The Bear Necesessities Cafe

1808 S Chestatee St Ste 201/201, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

The Bear Necessities Cafe LLC, located at 1808 S Chestatee St Ste 201/201 in Dahlonega, GA, underwent a food service inspection on 2025-07-25. This inspection resulted in a moderate risk classification with a score of 74. The inspection report noted one critical violation concerning a certified food protection manager, one major violation related to the proper storage and use of toxic substances, and one minor violation regarding single-use articles.

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Inspection History
Jul 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Violations — Jul 25, 2025 Inspection
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Facility unable to provide documentation for a CFSM. Edgar, a kitchen staff member is reportedly the CFSM, but did not have a certificate or any proof.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed an unidentified spray bottle in the front food service area. Observed multiple spray bottles of sanitizer hung in contact with food items. Observed chemical bottles and one box of chemical stored in contact with single use items and a bottle of honey. Toxic items must be stored separately from all food items and single use items.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single use items stored by the handwash sink below the paper towels in a location to be easily contaminated by staff hand washing. Observed single use to-go containers stored on the floor of the storage room. Observed baked goods boxes on a table in the dining area with unrestricted patron access. All single use items must be stored in a way that prevents their contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)