4.0 ICE CREAM received a B, scoring 83 out of 100, in a DeKalb County food-service inspection on Oct 6, 2026. The official report lists seven findings. [1]
The inspector observed expired CFSM certificate beneath the ice machine. [2]
The inspector also observed interior roof of ice machine lined with brown organic matter. [3]
A separate finding described 2 wet wiping cloths stored on prep top counters in front food service area outside of sanitizer buckets. [4]
The report marks two findings as corrected on site. One finding is marked as a repeat violation. [5]
Showing 7 of 7 findings
Observed expired CFSM certificate beneath the ice machine. Certification Documentation (Pf) 1.
Code 511-6-1.03(3)(c)
Observed expired CFSM certificate beneath the ice machine. Certification Documentation (Pf) 1. The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority. 2. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. 3. All licenses, certificates, diplomas, or other similar credentials issued or granted to an owner or operator who has successfully completed an approved or accredited food safety certification course and exam shall expire on the expiration date determined by the credentialing organization. Within ninety days of the expiration of the CFSM certificate, the CFSM shall enroll in an approved food safety training course, pass an approved exam and obtain a new certificate. 4. The certification is not transferable between persons. Discussed with PIC to obtain CFSM certification within 60 days. New Violation. Correct By: 12/07/2026Official report · Item 1-2B ↗
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Observed interior roof of ice machine lined with brown organic matter. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1
Observed interior roof of ice machine lined with brown organic matter. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. Discussed with PIC to burn/discard ice and to thoroughly clean and sanitize ice machine before reusing. New Violation.Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
Observed 2 wet wiping cloths stored on prep top counters in front food service area outside of sanitizer buckets. Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(m)
Observed 2 wet wiping cloths stored on prep top counters in front food service area outside of sanitizer buckets. Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. 1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be: (i) Maintained dry; and (ii) Used for no other purpose. 2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); PIC placed wet wiping cloths in sanitizer bucket. Discussed with PIC to store wet wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets with proper sanitizer concentration when not in use. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 12C ↗
Observed inspection report stored beneath the ice machine and not posted where its visibly seen. Displaying of the Inspection Report (C) 1.
Code 511-6-1.02(1)(d)
Observed inspection report stored beneath the ice machine and not posted where its visibly seen. Displaying of the Inspection Report (C) 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Discussed with PIC to post the most current inspection report where it is prominently displayed in public view at all times. New Violation.Official report · Item 13A ↗
Observed food service permit stored beneath ice machine and not posted. Permit, Displayed (C) 1.
Code 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
Observed food service permit stored beneath ice machine and not posted. Permit, Displayed (C) 1. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers Discussed with PIC to post food service permit where it is conspicuously displayed at all times to customers. New Violation.Official report · Item 13A ↗
Observed two ice scoops stored beside the ice cream display stored inside a container of room temperature water. In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)
Observed two ice scoops stored beside the ice cream display stored inside a container of room temperature water. In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi). PIC moved ice scoops to 3 compartment sink to be wash, rinsed, and sanitized. Discussed with PIC to store clean in-use utensils inside a clean and dry container since the establishment has no dipper well. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 14A ↗
Observed more than 5 drain flies throughout the main kitchen. Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)
Observed more than 5 drain flies throughout the main kitchen. Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) 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. Discussed with PIC to eliminate potential pest harborage by flushing drains with water after disposing of milk or syrups and to address the pest issue with the pest control provider to eliminate pest activity. New Violation.Official report · Item 18 ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
DeKalb County · Oct 6, 2026
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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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