The following inspections are performed by the Gordon County Health Department.
Grades and action explanations are as follows:
A: Food safety excellence with a numerical score of 90 to 100.
B: Satisfactory compliance with a numerical score of 80 to 89.
C: Marginal compliance with a numerical score of 70 to 79.
U: Unsatisfactory compliance with a numerical score of 69 or less.
CA=Corrective action
PIC=Person in charge
TCS= Time/temperature control for safety
WEEK OF MARCH 2, 2026
CALHOUN COMPLEX
101 & 102 RAYMOND KING DR CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 03-05-2026
MULLIGANS
581 FIELD'S FERRY DR CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 90
Last Inspection Date: 03-03-2026
VIOLATIONS:
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed cold TCS food stored above 41F in reach in cooler at front food service (Sauerkraut 47). TCS food was prepped less than 1 hour prior. CA: Cold TCS food shall be stored at 41F or below. COS: PIC relocated food to another reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed single service knives stored in box in varying positions for consumers to grab. CA: Single-service and single-use articles and cleaned and sanitized utensils shall be handled, displayed, and dispensed so that contamination of food-and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. COS: PIC removed single service knives from dining area.
STARBUCKS (FOOD CITY)
225 LOVERS LN CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 89
Last Inspection Date: 03-03-2026
VIOLATIONS:
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean-up kit or procedures. CA: Food service service establishments must have written procedures when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. No COS can be noted. Inspector must return to ensure bodily fluid kit has been purchased and documentation is specific to kit provided. 3/6: Verified bodily fluid clean-up kit with instructions and EPA approved disinfectant.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black debris. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. No COS can be noted. Inspector must return for follow-up to ensure interior of ice machine has been cleaned to sight and touch. 3/6: Verified interior of ice machine has been cleaned to sight and touch.
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed sanitizer containers with quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer containers were not in use. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration per manufacturers recommendations. COS: Approved single service quaternary ammonium sanitizer towels used.
7 BREW COFFEE
306 HWY 53 E CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 83
Last Inspection Date: 03-03-2026
VIOLATIONS:
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed TCS foods stored above 41F in reach in coolers and on prep table. (milk 47 and milk 53 at prep top table. Almond milk 51, oat milk 50, and smoothie mix 45 in reach in coolers). PIC stated it was busy and items were out during drink prep less than two hours prior. CA: Cold TCS foods shall be stored at 41F or below. COS: PIC had TCS items on prep table relocated to walk in cooler for cooling to 41F or below. TCS foods in reach in coolers were relocated to walk in cooler for cooling to 41F or below. Discussed utilizing ice baths for items in use requiring cold holding during busy hours.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed boxes of milk product and mixes stored directly on floor in walk in cooler. CA: Food product shall be stored at least 6 inches above the ground. COS: PIC had employees relocate product to shelving above the ground.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed several boxes of cups and lids stored directly on the floor in dry goods storage area. CA: All equipment and utensils shall be stored at least 6 inches from the ground. COS: Boxes were relocated to shelving and PIC will speak with management about over ordering product.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed back door of facility left open. CA: Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. COS: Door was closed and employees were instructed to ensure door remains closed when not in use.
TAQUERIA PLACERITOS
901 N WALL ST UNIT B CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 88
Last Inspection Date: 03-03-2026
VIOLATIONS:
4-2A - food stored covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed container with cooked steak, container with cooked chicken in reach-in cooler not stored covered. Observed container with raw fish in reach-in freezer not covered. Food items were not actively cooling. CA: Food must be covered except when cooling. COS: Food containers were covered.
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed container of cooked shredded chicken stored in reach-in cooler without date marking. CA: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked for a maximum of 7 days. COS: Shredded chicken was discarded.
10D - food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed container with breading not labeled with food common name. CA: Food Storage Containers need to be identified with Common Name of Food. COS: PIC labeled container with common name of food.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed exterior of microwave, ice machine lid/handle, cooler and freezer soiled with brown debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS:PIC cleaned non-food contact surfaces to sight and touch.
LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE
1301 LOVERS LN CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 90
Last Inspection Date: 03-02-2026
VIOLATIONS:
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed cold TCS food items stored above 41F in reach in cooler at main cookline in main kitchen (rice 45, sliced tomatoes 56, honey butter 51). CA: Cold TCS food shall be stored at 41F or below. COS: CFSM discarded all foods in reach in cooler and will have unit serviced by a licensed technician.
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed in-use utensils storied in a heated well with water at 130F. CA: In-use utensils may be stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency. COS: CFSM had utensils removed and relocated to be washed and sanitized. CFSM will have heated well unit serviced.
PILOT TRAVEL CENTERS LLC DBA PILOT TRAVEL CENTER #4558-WENDY'S
2111 HWY 41 NE CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 87
Last Inspection Date: 02-27-2026
VIOLATIONS:
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed cold TCS food cold holding above 41F in prep top cooler. (Creamy Salsa Dressing 56). CA: Cold TCS foods shall be stored at 41F or below. COS: CFSM had dressings relocated to reach in freezer to be rapidly cooled to 41F or below. CFSM instructed staff to keep a lower volume of dressing packets in container when being stored in prep top cooler.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed heavy ice buildup on fan in reach in freezer unit in main kitchen. No food contamination involved. CA: COS: CFSM will have reach in freezer cleaned of ice and will have reach in freezer serviced. CFSM placed pans on top rack to catch any falling ice or liquid.
MELISSA'S MEALS ON WHEELS BASE OF OPERATION
426 RUSSELL HILL EST DR NW SUGAR VALLEY, GA 30746
Phone Number: (678) 899-9206
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 02-27-2026
MELISSA'S MEALS ON WHEELS MOBILE UNIT
426 RUSSELL HILL EST DR NW SUGAR VALLEY, GA 30746
Last Inspection Score: 96
Last Inspection Date: 02-27-2026
VIOLATIONS:
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed utensil drawer soiled with brown debris. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Employee assigned to properly wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and utensil drawer.
JACKET SNACK SHACK, LLC
123 COLUMBUS CIR NE CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 02-27-2026