Marietta Diner

306 Cobb Pkwy S, Marietta, GA 30060

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jun 18, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Marietta Diner has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent visit was on Jun 18, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

“Proper hot holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Marietta Diner's latest score of 58 falls below the Marietta average of 87. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 18, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spinach soup not cooling at the proper rate to ensure food is cooled from 135F to 70F within 2 hours. C/A: C/A: FOOD SHALL COOL AT A RATE OF 32.5F PER HOUR WHEN COOLING FROM 135F TO 70F WITHIN 2 HOURS COS: Soup placed in walk-in cooler to finish cooling to 70F.

511-6-1.04(6)(d)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed alfredo sauce holding below 135F in the warmer cabinet in the main kitchen. C/A: TCS foods shall be maintained at 135F or higher when hot holding. COS: Discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed black residue inside of the bulk ice machine in the main kitchen. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed numerous foods stored uncovered in Walk-in Cooler, Reach-in Coolers, and Prep Coolers. CA: Unless actively cooling, all foods must be stored covered to protect from possible contamination. COS: Foods properly covered.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed Numerous fly strips (with flies attached) observed hanging over prep tables. CA: Insect control devices shall be installed so that: (i) The devices are not located over a food preparation area; and (ii) Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from contact with exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

511-6-1.07(2)(k)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed several flies throughout the inside of the main kitchen and inside of the dining room. C/A: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Jul 17, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Numerous TCS foods observed cold holding above 41 F. CA: All cold holding above 41 F.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Numerous fly strips (with flies attached) observed hanging over prep tables. CA: Insect control devices shall be installed so that: (i) The devices are not located over a food preparation area; and (ii) Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from contact with exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. COS: Removed.

511-6-1.07(2)(k)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Numerous flies observed throughout main kitchen. CA: Insect control devices shall be installed so that: (i) The devices are not located over a food preparation area; and (ii) Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from contact with exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marietta Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marietta Diner on file is from Jun 18, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marietta Diner?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marietta Diner.

How does Marietta Diner compare to other restaurants in Marietta?

Marietta Diner most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Marietta average of 87.

Has Marietta Diner's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Marietta Diner have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Marietta Diner means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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