Seduction (Kitchen)

3548 Empire Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30354
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Seduction, located at 3548 Empire Blvd in Atlanta, GA, underwent a low-risk inspection on 2025-09-15. This inspection resulted in a score of 95 and noted one minor violation. The facility has a history of mostly low-risk inspections across its five scored visits.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 15, 2025
Followup
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed pests in kitchen during time of inspection. 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 Facility is addressing the pest issue and is currently on a biweekly schedule for service until issue is under control. Contract with Northwest Exterminators last service 9/12/25.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
95
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Person in charge was unable to demonstrate knowledge of food safety.
511-6-1.03(1)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed failure to provide soap at the hand sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed failure to provide paper towels at the hand sink at the main kitchen.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observe black mold-like marks on all the cutting boards at the main kitchen. Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned and sanitized. Advised PIC to replace all the cutting boards.
511-6-1.05(8)(a)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed failure to cold hold several TCS foods at 41 degrees inside the cooler drawers and reach in cooler at the main kitchen. TCS foods shall be cold held at 41 degrees or below. Advised PIC to discard food.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed failure to label some food container. All food items that are not in their original containers shall be properly identified and labeled. Advised PIC to label all food containers. Advised PIC to label all food containers.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed failure to provide TMDs in some coolers.
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed failure to label hand sink and three compartment sink at the main kitchen.
511-6-1-.08(1)(h)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease build up on several non-food contact surfaces.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches in the main kitchen. Food service facilities shall be free of pests. Issued a legal notice to PIC to close the kitchen, contact a professional pest control services to address the issue and call back for verification before re-opening.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
41
Jul 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the cutting boards on the prep top cooler stained and with gashes. CA- cutting boards shall be replaced. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: observed thawed commercially purchased ROP fish in prep cooler in packages. CA: remove from packages. Code: 5. Reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment: (i) Prior to its thawing under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or (ii) Prior to, or immediately upon completion of its thawing, using procedures to completely submerge in running water as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the gaskets unclean with buildup in the RIC drawers and debris around equipment. CA- all nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
82
Jan 16, 2024
Followup
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed the hand sink hot water reach 84 degrees F. CA-Facility has until Friday to get hot water heater repaired. Hand sink shall be able to provide hot water at 100 degrees F. 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - Handwashing sinks, Installation (Pf, C) (c) Handwashing Sink Installation. 1. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Pf 2. A steam mixing valve may not be used at a handwashing sink. 3. A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet. 4. An automatic handwashing facility shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the cutting boards on the prep top cooler stained and with gashes. CA- cutting boards shall be replaced. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the gaskets unclean with buildup in the RIC drawers. CA- all nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed the hot water heater not able to maintain the peak demands of the facility. CA- hot water heater shall be sufficient in capacity to maintain the peak demands. It may need to be replaced.511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - Water Supply, Capacity; Pressure (Pf) (g) Capacity. 1. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf2. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Pf
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
70
Jan 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed the hand sink hot water reach 78 degrees F. CA- legal notice was left to get hot water at appropriate temperature as this is a repeat violation. Hand sink shall be able to provide hot water at 100 degrees F. 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - Handwashing sinks, Installation (Pf, C) (c) Handwashing Sink Installation. 1. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Pf 2. A steam mixing valve may not be used at a handwashing sink. 3. A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet. 4. An automatic handwashing facility shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of molded cheese in the RIC. COS- cheese was discarded. 511-6-1.04(1) - Safe, unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P) (1) Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P
511-6-1.04(1)
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed items stored uncovered in the RIC and RIF. COS- items were covered. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the cutting boards on the prep top cooler stained and with gashes, observed dishes stored clean with old labels and debris. Observed pans stored on foil lined shelves that were unclean. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked green beans, pasta, potatoes, and ground beef not dated. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled. COS- items were dated. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 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...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed the utensil stored with the handle down in the Flour. COS- scoop was put handle up. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking...
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the gaskets unclean with buildup in the RIC drawers. CA- all nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed the hot water off on the prep sinks. CA- hot water shall be provided. 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - Water Supply, Capacity; Pressure (Pf) (g) Capacity. 1. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf 2. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Pf (h) Pressure. Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. Pf
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster area overflowing with garbage inside and outside of the dumpster. CA- garbage area shall be kept clean. 511-6-1.06(5)(k),(l) - Storing Refuse, Recyclables & Receptacles; Areas, Enclosures, & Receptacles, Good Repair (C) (l) Areas, Enclosures, and Receptacles, Good Repair. Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(5)(k)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster open and trash over flowing. CA- dumpster shall be kept closed. 511-6-1.06(5)(n) - Covering Receptacles (C) (n) Covering Receptacles. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: 1. Inside the food service establishment if the receptacles and units: (i) Contain food residue and are not in continuous use; or (ii) After they are filled; and 2. With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
45
Violations — Sep 15, 2025 Inspection
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed pests in kitchen during time of inspection. 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 Facility is addressing the pest issue and is currently on a biweekly schedule for service until issue is under control. Contract with Northwest Exterminators last service 9/12/25.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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