Mellow Mushroom Pizza

1133 Chastain Rd Nw Ste 170, Kennesaw, GA 30144

Pizza

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Mellow Mushroom Pizza has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 11, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Mellow Mushroom Pizza's latest score of 82 falls below the Kennesaw average of 89. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

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

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several cold holding violations on ice baths and reach-in cooler of main kitchen. C/A: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below COS: Discarded

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris and accumulation to an excess throughout the floors of main kitchen, especially in front of pizza prep line and in front of back door. C/A: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. COS: Employee cleaned floors.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed several containers stacked while wet on rack (main kitchen). C/A: Ensure containers are separated to properly air dry. COS: PIC removed containers for washing, rinse, and sanitizing and to be air dried afterwards.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Jan 8, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed DW dispensing 0ppm of chlorine. C/A: Ensure dish washer is dispensing 50-100ppm of chlorine AT ALL TIMES COS: PIC called maintenance to repair DW sanitizer dispenser.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee drinking from cup without straw next to pizza prep line in main kitchen. C/A: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, 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. COS: PIC educated employee on where to drink and to use a straw.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mellow Mushroom Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mellow Mushroom Pizza on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Mellow Mushroom Pizza compare to other restaurants in Kennesaw?

Mellow Mushroom Pizza most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Kennesaw average of 89.

Has Mellow Mushroom Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mellow Mushroom Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mellow Mushroom Pizza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Mellow Mushroom Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mellow Mushroom Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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