Essence Restaurant and Lounge

5439 Riverdale Rd Ste, Atlanta, GA 30349
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Essence Restaurant and Lounge appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 31, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Atlanta restaurant scores 90. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 31, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed damaged and missing coved molding in multiple areas in kitchen. Advised to repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
95
Jan 17, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection not properly posted in public view. Advised PIC that most current inspection shall be posted. New inspection report was posted near front door
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed unapproved ceiling tiles above bars. Advised ceiling tiles over bars shall be non-Porus, nonabsorbent and smooth and of light color. Shall be replaced by next inspection
511-6-1.07(1)(a)
90
Jun 27, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service food containers stored on floor. Items shall be at least six inches off floor. Owner moved items
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paint observed peeling off wall over three compartment sink. Wall panel coming off wall in prep area. Shall be maintained.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paint observed peeling off wall over three compartment sink. Wall panel coming off wall in prep area. Shall be maintained.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Essence Restaurant and Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Essence Restaurant and Lounge on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Essence Restaurant and Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Essence Restaurant and Lounge.

How does Essence Restaurant and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Essence Restaurant and Lounge most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Essence Restaurant and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Essence Restaurant and Lounge have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Essence Restaurant and Lounge means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.