King Ludwig's Biergarten

8660 N Main St, Helen, GA 30545

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, King Ludwig's Biergarten has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 11, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, and animals not present”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Helen average 94, so King Ludwig's Biergarten trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BASIN OF CORN DOGS AND A BASIN OF HOT DOGS IN THE BAR COLD STORAGE WHICH HAD NO LABEL FOR DATE. ALL FOOD ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING MUST BE DATE LABELED FOR 7 DAY DISCARD.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT THE UPSTAIRS STORAGE AREA HAS A GREAT DEAL OF BROKEN DOWN CARDBOARD BOXES PILED IN A CORNER, AND THAT THE HANDWASHING ROOM OF THE UPSTAIRS STORAGE AREA IS FULL OF NON-FOOD SERVICE RELATED ITEMS, SUCH AS TOOLS AND A MOTORCYCLE HELMET. ALL NON-FOOD SERVICE RELATED ITEMS MUST BE IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE PREMISE, AND ALL GARBAGE AND RECYCLABLES MUST BE REMOVED OFTEN ENOUGH TO PREVENT POTENTIAL HARBORAGE OF INSECTS AND PESTS.

511-6-1.06(5)(r)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT THE AIR CURTAINS FOR THE SMALL EN-BAR KITCHEN WERE NOT TURNED ON AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THE AIR CURTAINS MUST BE TURNED ON AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT FLYING INSECT ENTRY INTO THE KITCHEN.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Sep 16, 2024

Routine

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER EMPLOYED AT THE TIME OF THIS INSPECTION. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE EMPLOYED WITHIN 60 DAYS.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: HANDWASHING STATION IN THE KITCHEN DOES NOT HAVE PAPER TOWELS. ALL HANDWASHING STATIONS MUST BE PROPERLY STOCKED TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE USE DURING OPERATIONS.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: SANITIZER BEING USED IS QUAT, TEST STRIPS PROVIDED ARE FOR CHLORINE. PROPER TEST STRIPS MUST BE AVAILABLE IN THE RESTAURANT FOR THE SANITIZER USED.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: MANY OF THE WALL, FLOOR, AND UNDER EQUIPMENT OF THE KITCHEN AREA IS VISIBLY SOILED AND DIRTY. ALL SURFACES OF THE PERMITTED FOOD SERVICE AREA MUST BE CLEANED WITH SUFFICIENT FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILDUP OF DEBRIS.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Apr 4, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: RE-ATTACH FALLEN AIR CURTAIN TO HELP PREVENT INSECT ENTRY INTO KITCHEN. INSTALL SELF-CLOSING MECHANISM ON EITHER DOWNSTAIRS DOOR TO STORAGE OR STORAGE DOOR ITSELF.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was King Ludwig's Biergarten last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at King Ludwig's Biergarten on file is from Mar 11, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at King Ludwig's Biergarten?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at King Ludwig's Biergarten.

How does King Ludwig's Biergarten compare to other restaurants in Helen?

King Ludwig's Biergarten most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Helen average of 94.

Has King Ludwig's Biergarten's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at King Ludwig's Biergarten have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at King Ludwig's Biergarten means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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