CHINA TASTE RESTAURANT
3599 ATLANTA RD SE STE A5, SMYRNA, GA, 30080
Most recent inspection
- Date
- August 26, 2026
- Type
- Food Service Inspection
- Result
- Score 84, Grade B
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 4
- Jurisdiction
- Cobb County (Georgia)
Violations (4)
- 4-2ACorrected on site
Food stored covered
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv)] Observed several food items stored uncovered along push cart (spices, seasonining, sauces), counter (fresh broccoli and wonton chips), and inside lower compartment of prep cooler (sauce) in main kitchen. C/A: Unless cooling, all food must be stored covered. COS: All food covered. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
- 6-1ARepeatCorrected on site
Proper cold holding temperatures
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(6)(f)] Observed several TCS food items cold holding at above 41F in main kitchen (*see asterisks*). C/A: All TCS foods cold held must be maintained at 41F and below. COS: All food placed on TPHC to be discarded at 3pm. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.
- 6-1CRepeatCorrected on site
Proper cooling time and temperature
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(6)(d)] Observed cooked rice cooling since 10:30am per PIC at 84F stored on crate in main kitchen at 12:30pm; food did not cool to 70F within 2-hours. C/A: Cooked time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled: (i) Within 2 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 70°F (21°C); and (ii) Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less. COS: Owner placed rice in freezer to rapidly cool to 41F in remaining hours. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.
- 15C
Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.05(7)(d)] 1. Observed fan grates, ceiling, and walls soiled with accumulated dirt and debris inside WIC in main kitchen. 2. Observed shelving soiled with food residue build-up inside lower compartment of prep top cooler in main kitchen. C/A: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. New Violation. Correct By: 08/29/2026
Source: Cobb 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.