Oriental Cafe
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
64
Score
Oriental Cafe, located at 2860 East West Connector Ste 101 in Austell, Georgia, underwent a moderate-risk inspection on October 28, 2025, with a score of 64. This inspection identified two major and five minor violations, including issues with adequate handwashing facilities, proper date marking, and the storage of wiping cloths. Across six recorded inspections, Oriental Cafe has historically received mostly medium-risk ratings.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Followup
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
64
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
43
Feb 5, 2025
Followup
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
55
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 5 corrected on site.
55
Jul 10, 2024
Followup
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
64
Jun 25, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 6 corrected on site.
50
Violations — Oct 28, 2025 Inspection
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. Observed only hand-wash sink in main kitchen blocked by pushcart, inaccessible for use. 2. Observed dishes stacked in sink of only hand-wash sink in main kitchen. C/A: 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Cart moved and dishes moved, sink accessible. *Facility must implement new storage location for pushcart and dishes immediately. If same violation is observed during next routine inspection disciplinary actions may occur.*
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS ready to eat foods (cooked boneless chicken, cooked bone in chicken, pasta, white meat chicken, and chicken eggrolls) stored more than 24-hours in cold holding units (3-door prep cooler and WIC) in main kitchen. C/A: 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. COS: All food date marked.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored in chlorine sanitizer buckets(2) measuring 0ppm in front food service area. C/A: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and (ii) Laundered daily. COS: Chlorine corrected to 100ppm.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single use bowls, lids, sauce cups, and sauce lids stored facing up exposed to contamination along sushi bar/front food service area and prep table in main kitchen. C/A: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. COS: Single use articles inverted.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 1. Observed fan grates WIC in main kitchen heavily soiled with organic matter accumulation and food reside. 2. Observed shelving of sushi bar area throughout with accumulated food debris and dirt. C/A: Clean all areas; Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: WIC shelving has been cleaned from previous inspection; facility must ensure all other areas are cleaned within 3-days.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: 1. Observed live roaches under shelving of sushi bar in front food service prep area. 2. Observed several dead roaches along gaskets of WIF in main kitchen. C/A: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. 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; and 2. Eliminating harborage conditions. AREAS OUTLINED TO BE DEEP CLEANED DURING PREVIOUS INSPECTION WERE CONDUTED. FACILITY MUST CONTINUE AGRESSIVE PEST MANAGEMENT AND DEEP CLEANING TO ELINIMATE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS WITHIN 10-DAYS.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back exit door in main kitchen open and mesh screen curtain open allowing potential entry of pests into facility. C/A: If the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. COS: Mesh screen closed.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
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