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TANDOOR TAVERN scored 77; newer inspection records 97

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3045 GORDY PKWY STE 108 MARIETTA, GA 30066-8265

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TANDOOR TAVERN received a C, scoring 77 out of 100, in a Cobb County food-service inspection on Jul 27, 2026. The official report lists seven findings. [1]

Inspection score

77/100Grade COfficial inspection

Inspection summary

The inspector observed handsink next to the RIC in the main kitchen with a pitcher and a dirty spoon resting inside of it.mGlass bottles were stored around the handsink suggesting that sink is used for another purpose. [2]

The inspector also observed a large block of paneer cheese stored at the bottom of the prep top totally uncover with the wrapper completely taken off. [3]

A separate finding described ceramic dishes stored as clean with visible food residue on them on the counter top in the main kitchen next to the rice cooker. [4]

The report marks six findings as corrected on site. One finding is marked as a repeat violation. [5]

A newer inspection in our records, dated Aug 27, 2026, lists 97 out of 100, grade A. The findings above belong to the Jul 27, 2026 inspection. [6]

What inspectors found

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Showing 7 of 7 findings

  1. Handwashing

    Item 2-2D
    Observed handsink next to the RIC in the main kitchen with a pitcher and a dirty spoon resting inside of it.mGlass bottles were stored around the handsink suggesting that sink is used for another purpose. Observed the handwashing sink next to the ice bin blocked by a rolling cart C/A A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.06(2)(o)

    Observed handsink next to the RIC in the main kitchen with a pitcher and a dirty spoon resting inside of it.mGlass bottles were stored around the handsink suggesting that sink is used for another purpose. Observed the handwashing sink next to the ice bin blocked by a rolling cart C/A A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf COS: All items were removed from the sink Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 2-2D ↗
    Corrected on siteNew violation

  2. Food protection

    Item 4-2A
    Observed a large block of paneer cheese stored at the bottom of the prep top totally uncover with the wrapper completely taken off. Observed 3 containers of dal, 3 containers of cooked spinach and 2 containers of bean dal stored uncovered in the WIF.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv)

    Observed a large block of paneer cheese stored at the bottom of the prep top totally uncover with the wrapper completely taken off. Observed 3 containers of dal, 3 containers of cooked spinach and 2 containers of bean dal stored uncovered in the WIF. C/A Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; COS: Food was covered Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.
    Official report · Item 4-2A ↗
    Corrected on siteRepeat violation

  3. Food-contact surface sanitation

    Item 4-2B
    Observed ceramic dishes stored as clean with visible food residue on them on the counter top in the main kitchen next to the rice cooker. Observed dishes with residue/debris stored at the serving area.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1

    Observed ceramic dishes stored as clean with visible food residue on them on the counter top in the main kitchen next to the rice cooker. Observed dishes with residue/debris stored at the serving area. Observed dishes stored below the table in the main kitchen area with residue on them. C/A Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. COS: Dishes were placed at the three compartment sink to be re-washed. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
    Corrected on siteNew violation

  4. Food-contact surface sanitation

    Item 4-2B
    Observed employee actively washing dishes at the three compartment sink without any sanitizer or a rinse procedure. Employee was newly hired and not properly trained.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.05(8)(a)

    Observed employee actively washing dishes at the three compartment sink without any sanitizer or a rinse procedure. Employee was newly hired and not properly trained. C/A Sanitization of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Before Use After Cleaning. Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning. P COS: Employee was trained to use the three compartment sink to wash rinse and sanitize Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
    Corrected on siteNew violation

  5. Cold holding

    Item 6-1A
    Observed many foods stored at the prep top unit, WIC, counter top with a temperature above 41*F. See the Table below for the food below.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)

    Observed many foods stored at the prep top unit, WIC, counter top with a temperature above 41*F. See the Table below for the food below. C/A Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P COS: Most food was discarded. Heavy whipping cream was allowed to cool off Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
    Corrected on siteNew violation

  6. Utensil, equipment and linen storage

    Item 14B
    Observed plates stored upright at the server area and in the main kitchen below the table on the edge of it without overhead protection on the clean dish racks. CA: Plate ware shall be stored covered or inverted to protect from overhead contamination COS: Plates were inverted Corrected On-Site.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4

    Observed plates stored upright at the server area and in the main kitchen below the table on the edge of it without overhead protection on the clean dish racks. CA: Plate ware shall be stored covered or inverted to protect from overhead contamination COS: Plates were inverted Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 14B ↗
    Corrected on siteNew violation

  7. Pest control

    Item 18
    Observed numerous live flies throughout the kitchen and at the three compartment sink. C/A Controlling Pests.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)

    Observed numerous live flies throughout the kitchen and at the three compartment sink. C/A Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. New Violation. Correct By: 07/31/2026
    Official report · Item 18 ↗
    New violation

    Correct by

Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.

Inspection history 2

Official history ↗
  1. Newer record
    97/100A
    Report
  2. This report
    77/100C
    Reading

Sources

01 / Primary source Official inspection & findings

Cobb County · Jul 27, 2026

02 / Same facility Official inspection history

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03 / How scoring works Georgia’s food-service rules
Record details & methodology
Authority
Cobb County
Inspection ID
57543646
Facility ID
12997213
Record captured
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Scores and findings describe the dated inspection, not current operating conditions. A correction deadline does not establish whether an issue remained unresolved afterward.

Findings quote the official report captured . “Corrected on site” and “repeat” reflect explicit report markers. “COS” and “CA” in the inspector’s notes refer to corrections and corrective actions; an instruction to act is not proof that it was completed.

History links the same official facility ID within the issuing authority and may omit intervening inspections. Same-day results have no inferred sequence. Report excerpts follow source order, not a severity ranking.

This report comes from Cobb County. History includes only this authority’s exact facility ID.

Georgia’s grading scale
A
90–100
B
80–89
C
70–79
U
0–69
Georgia food-service rules ↗

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