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DA FLAVA JAMAICAN & SOUL FOOD

3401 COVINGTON DR DECATUR, GA 30032

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DeKalb County
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What the inspector found

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7 findings recorded on Jul 9, 2026.

  1. Violation recordedItem 6-2 ↗

    Proper date marking and disposition

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

    Inspection item: Proper date marking and disposition

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  2. Violation recordedItem 13A ↗

    Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing

    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

    Inspection item: Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  3. Violation recordedItem 15B ↗

    Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

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

    Inspection item: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

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  1. Repeat violationItem 15C ↗

    Equipment cleanliness

    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

    Inspection item: Nonfood-contact surfaces clean

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  2. Violation recordedItem 17C ↗

    Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

    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

    Inspection item: Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  3. Repeat violationItem 17D ↗

    Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

    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

    Inspection item: Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  4. Violation recordedItem 18 ↗

    Insects, rodents, and animals not present

    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

    Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

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This page follows facility 12992769 within DeKalb 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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