Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
61
Score
Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room has been inspected three times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.
“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Atlanta restaurant, which scores around 90. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed mo date marking on any dairy. when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, 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. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf CA-EHS advised MOD to use date marking 7 day
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observe no thermometers in any cold holding units. Food temperature measuring devices that are scaled only in Celsius or dually scaled in Celsius and Fahrenheit shall be accurate to ±1ºC in the intended range of use. Pf CA-MOD will get thermometers immediately
511-6-1.05(2)(k)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener with caked on food debris. All food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA-MOD will clean can opener immediately
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a pink mold like substance on the baffle of the ice machine. (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. CA- Chef will discard ice and have the ice machine cleaned today
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed black marks excessively on clean storage shelving next to dishwasher room.. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. CA-MOD will clean shelving immediately
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observe multiple missing tiles throughout kitchen. Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. CA-MOD will replace ceiling tiles
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
61
May 29, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a pink mold like substance on the baffle of the ice machine. (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. CA- Chef will discard ice and have the ice machine cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink cup on prep table. 2. 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. CA- Employee removed drink
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed a few fruit flies in banquet kitchen, 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. 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. CA- Chef will reach out to EcoLab for pest control remedy
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Jan 4, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice machine leaking water. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. CA- PIC will have ice machine repaired ASAP
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room.
How does Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ritz Carlton Banquet Ball Room is inspected around two times per year on average.
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