The Minnow Trap
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
90
Score
The Minnow Trap, located at 2337 E West Autobahn Rd in Sapelo Island, GA, underwent a low-risk inspection on January 16, 2026, with a score of 90. This inspection identified one major violation related to compliance with variance, specialized process, and HACCP plans. Across its four recorded inspections, The Minnow Trap has primarily maintained a low-risk status.
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Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
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9-2 - compliance with variance, specialized process and haccp plan
Inspector notes: Observed facility performing specialized process (reduced oxygen packaging) written/approved procedure. CA: Establish written procedure and submit to health department.
511-6-1.04(6)(j)
90
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface of ice machine with mildew-like build up. COS: The machine was emptied and cleaned. CA: Clean food contact surfaces often enough to prevent build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
90
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed food not in original containers in reach-in cooler not labelled with common name of food. CA: Ensure all food and ingredients are labelled with common names.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dishes in main kitchen area stored upright on top shelf of prep top table, subject to dust contamination. COS: Bowls were flipped upside down to protect from contamination. CA: Ensure all equipment and utensils are stored to protect against splash and dust.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
90
Jul 1, 2024
Initial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handsink behind bar area not functioning. Also observed lack of trash cans at bar handsink and main kitchen handsink. CA: Place trashcans at both sinks. Properly install handsink behind bar area.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed walls behind frier area constructed of material that is not easily cleanable at the time of this inspection. CA: Owner stated materials are being delivered to construct the area of non-absorbent, easily cleanable material.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
86
Violations — Jan 16, 2026 Inspection
9-2 - compliance with variance, specialized process and haccp plan
Inspector notes: Observed facility performing specialized process (reduced oxygen packaging) written/approved procedure. CA: Establish written procedure and submit to health department.
511-6-1.04(6)(j)
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