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DA FLAVA JAMAICAN & SOUL FOOD receives B in DeKalb County health inspection

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3401 COVINGTON DR DECATUR, GA 30032

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DA FLAVA JAMAICAN & SOUL FOOD received a B, scoring 88 out of 100, in a DeKalb County food-service inspection on Jul 9, 2026. The official report lists seven findings. [1]

Inspection score

88/100Grade BOfficial inspection

Inspection summary

The inspector observed multiple containers of food inside reach in coolers without date markings. [2]

The inspector also observed no handwashing signage by handwashing sink. [3]

The report states: “No test strips were available for Chlorine sanitizer.” [4]

Two findings are marked as repeat violations. [5]

What inspectors found

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Showing 7 of 7 findings

  1. Proper date marking and disposition

    Item 6-2
    Observed multiple containers of food inside reach in coolers without date markings. C.A.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.04(6)(g)

    Observed multiple containers of food inside reach in coolers without date markings. C.A. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC reported items were made day prior to inspection. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 6-2
    New violation
  2. Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing

    Item 13A
    Observed no handwashing signage by handwashing sink. . A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.07(3)(d)

    Observed no handwashing signage by handwashing sink. . A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 13A
    New violation
  3. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

    Item 15B
    No test strips were available for Chlorine sanitizer. PIC advised to provide test strips.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j)

    No test strips were available for Chlorine sanitizer. PIC advised to provide test strips. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 15B
    New violation
  4. Equipment cleanliness

    Item 15C
    Observed equipment hood, reach in freezer, stove top, unclean to sight and touch. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.05(7)(d)

    Observed equipment hood, reach in freezer, stove top, unclean to sight and touch. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Repeat Violation.
    Official report · Item 15C
    Repeat violation
  5. Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

    Item 17C
    Observed floor in main kitchen and wall behind stove in main kitchen with build up of grease. Also observed holes in ceiling tiles.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)

    Observed floor in main kitchen and wall behind stove in main kitchen with build up of grease. Also observed holes in ceiling tiles. CA. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 17C
    New violation
  6. Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

    Item 17D
    Observed missing light bulb shields in main kitchen. CA. light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.07(2)(i)

    Observed missing light bulb shields in main kitchen. CA. light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Repeat Violation.
    Official report · Item 17D
    Repeat violation
  7. Insects, rodents, and animals not present

    Item 18
    Observed back door with external opens where AC vent goes through door. PIC advise to seal completely to prevent entry of pests.
    Inspector’s full note

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

    Observed back door with external opens where AC vent goes through door. PIC advise to seal completely to prevent entry of pests. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 18
    New violation

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

Inspection history 1

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  1. This report
    88/100B
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Sources

Record details & methodology
Authority
DeKalb County
Inspection ID
57539659
Facility ID
12992769
Record captured
Venue address source
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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 DeKalb 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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