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DRAGON 168 CHINESE RESTAURANT

3721 NEW MACLAND RD STE 510 POWDER SPRINGS, GA 30127-1966

Latest available inspection

Cobb County

What the inspector found

All 10 findings ↗

10 findings recorded on Jul 29, 2026. 5 marked corrected on site.

  1. Violation recordedItem 4-2A

    Food protection

    Observed several food items stored uncovered in main kitchen on push cart, inside lower compartment of prep top cooler, RIF, refrigerator, and WIC in main kitchen. C/A: Unless actively cooling, all food must be stored covered.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Food stored covered

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

    Observed several food items stored uncovered in main kitchen on push cart, inside lower compartment of prep top cooler, RIF, refrigerator, and WIC in main kitchen. C/A: Unless actively cooling, all food must be stored covered. COS: All food covered. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 4-2A

    Marked corrected on site

  2. Violation recordedItem 4-2B

    Food-contact surface sanitation

    1. Observed meat dicer machines (2) stored for use with encrusted food residue and debris along blade and exterior on counter in main kitchen.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

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

    1. Observed meat dicer machines (2) stored for use with encrusted food residue and debris along blade and exterior on counter in main kitchen. 2. Observed knives stored for use with accumulated food debris along blade and wall knife rack in main kitchen. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: All equipment cleaned and sanitized. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 4-2B

    Marked corrected on site

  3. Violation recordedItem 6-1A

    Cold holding

    Observed several food items cold holding at above 41F in main kitchen (*See asterisks*). C/A: 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.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Proper cold holding temperatures

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

    Observed several food items cold holding at above 41F in main kitchen (*See asterisks*). C/A: 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. COS: All discarded. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 6-1A

    Marked corrected on site

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  1. Violation recordedItem 14B

    Utensil, equipment and linen storage

    Observed several dishes wet stacked along dish rack above 3-compartment sink in main kitchen. C/A:After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

    Code 511-6-1.05(10)(a)

    Observed several dishes wet stacked along dish rack above 3-compartment sink in main kitchen. C/A:After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. COS: All dishes re-washed and air dried. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 14B

    Marked corrected on site

  2. Violation recordedItem 15C

    Equipment cleanliness

    1. Observed heavy accumulation of dirt and food debris on shelving areas and bulk food containers (sugar, soy sauce, potato starch, salt, etc.) stored in main kitchen.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

    1. Observed heavy accumulation of dirt and food debris on shelving areas and bulk food containers (sugar, soy sauce, potato starch, salt, etc.) stored in main kitchen. 2. Observed doors and gaskets of prep top cooler in main kitchen with heavy accumulation of black and gray slime. 3. Observed floor of WIC in main kitchen soiled with thick accumulated black substance and food debris. C/A: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. New Violation. Correct By: 08/01/2026
    Official report · Item 15C

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  3. Violation recordedItem 17A

    Toilet facilities

    Observed door to employee restroom in main kitchen left open and not self closing. C/A: A toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

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

    Observed door to employee restroom in main kitchen left open and not self closing. C/A: A toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door. New Violation. Correct By: 08/01/2026
    Official report · Item 17A

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  4. Violation recordedItem 17C

    Facility maintenance and cleanliness

    Observed floors throughout main kitchen primarily under appliances and 3-compartment sink soiled with food debris and accumulated dirt and residue. 2.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

    Observed floors throughout main kitchen primarily under appliances and 3-compartment sink soiled with food debris and accumulated dirt and residue. 2. Observed hole in wall near exit door and in employee restroom both in main kitchen. 3. Observed accumulated dirt and cobwebs along walls near exit door in main kitchen. C/A: Repair walls and clean all areas; all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. New Violation. Correct By: 08/01/2026
    Official report · Item 17C

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  5. Violation recordedItem 17D

    Ventilation and lighting

    Observed several employee foods stored commingled with foods for service in WIC and lower prep top cooler in main kitchen and counter beverage cooler in front food service area. C/A: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food and equipment are protected from contamination; Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food and equipment cannot occur.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

    Code 511-6-1.07(4)(b)

    Observed several employee foods stored commingled with foods for service in WIC and lower prep top cooler in main kitchen and counter beverage cooler in front food service area. C/A: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food and equipment are protected from contamination; Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food and equipment cannot occur. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. COS: Food stored in designated area. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 17D

    Marked corrected on site

  6. Violation recordedItem 18

    Pest control

    Observed live flies throughout main kitchen and lobby of facility. C/A: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

    Observed live flies throughout main kitchen and lobby of facility. 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: 08/01/2026
    Official report · Item 18

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  7. Violation recordedItem 18

    Pest control

    Observed exit door in main kitchen slightly cracked allowing entry of pests into facility. 2.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

    Observed exit door in main kitchen slightly cracked allowing entry of pests into facility. 2. Observed opening along base of screen door in main kitchen allowing entry of pests. C/A: Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. New Violation. Correct By: 08/01/2026
    Official report · Item 18

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

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This page follows facility 3166253 within Cobb County. Names and addresses remain as recorded at each inspection. Different official facility IDs remain separate. Intervening inspections may be missing.

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