Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen four times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 10, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to other Atlanta restaurants (averaging 90), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mechanical dishwasher final rinse temperature not reaching 180*F (only reached maximum of 120*F during inspection). PIC advised to sanitize dishes in 3-compartment sink until dishwasher repaired. Corrected on site - EcoLab representative arrived and began servicing dishwasher during inspection. Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: Pf (i) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC); Pf or (ii) For all other machines, 180ºF (82ºC). Pf 2. The maximum temperatures specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, do no...
511-6-1.05(6)(l)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed soap missing at hand washing sink across from ice machines and near prep line. Corrected on site - soap refilled. Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink in back of main kitchen area missing paper towels. Corrected on site - paper towels supplied at hand washing sink. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling vent over dry storage area in back of main kitchen heavily soiled with excess dust accumulation. Observed ceiling tile with hole over dry storage area of main kitchen. Corrective action - PIC advised to have broken ceiling tile replaced and dusty vent thoroughly cleaned. Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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May 15, 2025
Followup
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black mold-like build up in ice machine. Repeat violation. Corrective action - advised PIC to clean food contact surfaces to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed facility did not have the most recent inspection report posted. Corrective action PIC advised to post most recent inspection report. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
86
May 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimp stored in cooler drawer above cooked chicken. Observed raw shrimp stored in cooler drawer directly behind cooked shrimp. Corrected on site - PIC rearranged food items according to the code to prevent cross contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several time-temperature for safety foods held above 41*F (diced turkey and chicken wings in the walk-in cooler,; chicken cutlets in cooler drawer; egg wash on prep top cooler; bacon on countertop). Corrected on site - PIC discarded out of temp food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed PIC inability to provide CFSM certificate. CA - advised PIC to renew CFSM certification.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed PIC inability to provide employee health agreement form. Corrected on site - provided PIC with DPH Employee Illness REporting Agreement form. Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink across from the ice machines and near prep line that was out of service. Corrective action - advised PIC to have sink serviced. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards with built up food debris and heavy brown stains. Observed black mold-like build up in ice machine. Corrective action - advised PIC to clean food contact surfaces to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several drinking containers without straw or lid stored in.dry storage area. Corrected on site - PIC discarded drink items. Drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
47
Feb 14, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS food stored inside of the walk in cooler and reach in cooler without proper date marking. code:Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf 2. Except as specified in paragraphs 4 through 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed moderate food debris inside or reach in coolers, the sides of cooking equipment, and left over residue of stickers and plastic on pans that were stored clean. Code:Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. CA: Advised PIC to remove stickers COS: PIC cleaned inside of reach in coolers.
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal items stored in the dishwasher area ( book bag), on Make a table ( personal cell phone), lab top stored on top of boxes of potatoes near the back of the kitchen. code:) Designated Areas for Employee Activity. 1. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. 2. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. COS: PIC removed items.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several bottles near the stove and prep area without labels ( oil, water, and sauces). code:Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. COS: PIC labeled all bottles.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed facility did not have the most recent inspection report. code:The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. CA: Advised PIC to have the most recent report posted.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen.
How does Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Atlanta Midtown Bellyard- Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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