CHINA CAFETERIA received a C, scoring 75 out of 100, in a DeKalb County food-service inspection on Aug 6, 2026. The official report lists ten findings. [1]
The report states: “Upon entering main kitchen Observed 2 food handler employees prepping food while eating and chewing.” [2]
The inspector also observed 6 containers of chicken on TPHC stored on countertop uncovered. [3]
A separate finding described food contact surface ( interior of ice machine) with build up and pink slime. [4]
The report marks four findings as corrected on site. Three findings are marked as repeat violations. [5]
Showing 10 of 10 findings
Upon entering main kitchen Observed 2 food handler employees prepping food while eating and chewing. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food- COS- education provided employees stopped eating and washed hands. preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas.
Code 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2
Upon entering main kitchen Observed 2 food handler employees prepping food while eating and chewing. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food- COS- education provided employees stopped eating and washed hands. preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 2-2B ↗
Observed 6 containers of chicken on TPHC stored on countertop uncovered. Observed cut cabbage stored on countertop uncovered.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv)
Observed 6 containers of chicken on TPHC stored on countertop uncovered. Observed cut cabbage stored on countertop uncovered. CA: 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- PIC covered all food. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 4-2A ↗
Observed food contact surface ( interior of ice machine) with build up and pink slime. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1
Observed food contact surface ( interior of ice machine) with build up and pink slime. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS- PIC started to melt ice and stated ice machine will be washed., rinsed and sanitized before use. New Violation.Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
Observed dishes stored as clean with visible grease build and food residue. PIC stated dishes are not in use.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1
Observed dishes stored as clean with visible grease build and food residue. PIC stated dishes are not in use. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. New Violation.Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
Observed cell phone stored on food contact surface (prep table). CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (v) At any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(b)
Observed cell phone stored on food contact surface (prep table). CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (v) At any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. P New Violation.Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
Observed several TCS foods in prep top and 1 door cooler cold holding above 41F, see * on report. CA: TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)
Observed several TCS foods in prep top and 1 door cooler cold holding above 41F, see * on report. CA: TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. COS- food held under 4 hours moved to walk in cooler to cool more rapidly. Food held over 4 hours voluntarily discarded. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
Observed 6 large tubs of chicken on TPHC with the time not properly indicated. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 4 of this subsection, if time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of time/temperature control for safety food before cooking, or for ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food that is displayed or held for sale or service, written procedures shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the food service establishment, and made available to the regulatory authority upon request that specify: Pf (i) Methods of compliance with paragraphs 2(i) - (iv) or 3(i) through (v) of this subsection; and (ii) Methods of compliance…
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(i)
Observed 6 large tubs of chicken on TPHC with the time not properly indicated. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 4 of this subsection, if time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of time/temperature control for safety food before cooking, or for ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food that is displayed or held for sale or service, written procedures shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the food service establishment, and made available to the regulatory authority upon request that specify: Pf (i) Methods of compliance with paragraphs 2(i) - (iv) or 3(i) through (v) of this subsection; and (ii) Methods of compliance with the cooling of time/temperature control for safety food that is prepared, cooked, and refrigerated before time is used as a public health control. Pf 2. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of 4 hours: (i) Except as specified in paragraph 2.(ii) of this subsection, the food shall have an initial temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less when removed from cold holding temperature control, or 135°F (57°C) or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control;P (ii) The food may have an initial temperature of 70°F (21°C) or less if; (I) It is a ready-to-eat fruit or vegetable that upon cutting is rendered a time/temperature control for safety food, or (II) It is a ready-to-eat hermetically sealed food that upon opening is rendered a time/temperature control for safety food, (III) The food temperature does not exceed 70°F (21°C) within a maximum time period of 4 hours from the time it was rendered a time/temperature control for safety food; and (IV) The food is marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is rendered a time/temperature control for safety food as specified in paragraph 2.(ii)(I) and (II). (iii) The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control;Pf (iv) The food shall be cooked and served, served at any temperature if ready-to-eat, or discarded, within 4 hours from the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control;P and (v) The food in unmarked containers or packages, or marked to exceed a 4-hour limit shall be discarded.P 3. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of 6 hours: (i) The food shall have an initial temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less when removed from temperature control and the food temperature may not exceed 70°F (21°C) within a maximum time period of 6 hours; P (ii) The food shall be monitored to ensure the warmest portion of the food does not exceed 70°F (21°C) during the 6-hour period, unless an ambient air temperature is maintained that ensures the food does not exceed 70°F (21°C) during the 6-hour holding period; Pf (iii) The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate: Pf (I) The time when the food is removed from 41°F (5°C) or less cold holding temperature control, Pf and (II) The time that is 6 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from cold holding temperature control; . Advised PIC that TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. COS- PIC added time on each tub of chicken Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 6-1D ↗
Observed 2 employee serving food while wearing a bracelets. CA: Jewelry.
Code 511-6-1.03(5)(g)
Observed 2 employee serving food while wearing a bracelets. CA: Jewelry. 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. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 12B ↗
Physical facilities not maintained clean to sight and touch. Food residue, black buildup and grease were observed on walls, floors, under equipment, and on shelving.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)
Physical facilities not maintained clean to sight and touch. Food residue, black buildup and grease were observed on walls, floors, under equipment, and on shelving. Observed hole in wall near prep sink. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 17C ↗
Observed walk in freezer with no lighting. CA: At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
Code 511-6-1.07(3)(f)
Observed walk in freezer with no lighting. CA: At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Discussed with PIC to repair light within 72 hours. New Violation.Official report · Item 17D ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
DeKalb County · Aug 6, 2026
02 / Same facility ↗Official inspection historyInspection 57545497 · Facility 12301604
03 / How scoring works ↗Georgia’s food-service rulesScores and findings describe the dated inspection, not current operating conditions. A correction deadline does not establish whether an issue remained unresolved afterward.
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