The Local
758 PONCE DE LEON AVE, ATLANTA, GA, 30306
Most recent inspection
- Date
- September 24, 2026
- Type
- Food Service Inspection
- Result
- Score 95, Grade A
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 4
- Jurisdiction
- Fulton County (Georgia)
Violations (4)
- 11ACorrected on site
Proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(6)(e)] Observed cooked chicken wings and prepped chili cooling tightly wrapped in the cooler. COS- wings and chili were vented to allow proper cooling. 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - Cooling Methods (Pf, C) (e) Cooling Methods. 1. Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Correct By: 09/24/2026
- 15A
Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.05(6)(a)] Observed the gasket on the RIC not in good repair at the time of the inspection. CA- the gasket shall be repaired and maintained in good repair. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened. New Violation. Correct By: 09/27/2026
- 15ARepeat
Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.05(6)(b)] Observed cutting boards that were heavily stained and with gashes. CA- cutting boards that are not in good condition shall be discarded or resurfaced. 511-6-1.05(6)(b) - Cutting Surfaces (C) (b) Cutting Surfaces. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they cannot be resurfaced. Repeat Violation. Correct By: 09/27/2026
- 15C
Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3] Observed debris inside the gasket and inside of the reach in cooler. CA- cooler shall be kept clean and free of debris. 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. New Violation. Correct By: 09/27/2026
Source: Fulton County (Georgia) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.