DELMAR GARDENS OF SMYRNA - FOOD received a B, scoring 84 out of 100, in a Cobb County food-service inspection on Aug 14, 2026. The official report lists five findings. [1]
The inspector observed several TCS items cold held above 41F in main kitchen reach in cooler 2, main kitchen walk in cooler, and countertop in main kitchen *see asterisks*. [2]
The inspector also observed watermelon not cooling at a rate to reach 41F within 4 hours. [3]
A separate finding described several food employees wearing bracelets and/or watches while preparing food in main kitchen. [4]
The report marks three findings as corrected on site. [5]
Showing 5 of 5 findings
Observed several TCS items cold held above 41F in main kitchen reach in cooler 2, main kitchen walk in cooler, and countertop in main kitchen *see asterisks*. C/A: Cold held TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a public health control.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)
Observed several TCS items cold held above 41F in main kitchen reach in cooler 2, main kitchen walk in cooler, and countertop in main kitchen *see asterisks*. C/A: Cold held TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a public health control. COS: Food items were discarded. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
Observed watermelon not cooling at a rate to reach 41F within 4 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); P and (ii) Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(d)
Observed watermelon not cooling at a rate to reach 41F within 4 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); P and (ii) Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less. P 2. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41°F (5°C) or less if prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature, such as reconstituted foods and canned tuna. COS: Diced watermelon was placed on ice bath and put back in reach in cooler to cool to 41F. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 6-1C ↗
Observed several food employees wearing bracelets and/or watches while preparing food in main kitchen. C/A: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
Code 511-6-1.03(5)(g)
Observed several food employees wearing bracelets and/or watches while preparing food in main kitchen. C/A: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. New Violation. Correct By: 08/17/2026Official report · Item 12B ↗
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Observed cup lids on countertop next to microwave and coffee filters on top of coffee machines in main kitchen stored right side up exposed to contamination. C/A: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.
Code 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3
Observed cup lids on countertop next to microwave and coffee filters on top of coffee machines in main kitchen stored right side up exposed to contamination. C/A: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. COS: Cup lids were inverted and coffee filters were placed in closed container. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 14C ↗
Observed several flying insects around main kitchen. C/A: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)
Observed several flying insects around main kitchen. C/A: 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: 08/24/2026Official report · Item 18 ↗
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Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
Cobb County · Aug 14, 2026
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