Golden Panda Buffet received an A, scoring 90 out of 100, in a Fulton County food-service inspection on Aug 10, 2026. The official report lists three findings. [1]
The inspector observed failure to cover multiple food items in the reach in cooler while being stored to protect from overhead contamination. [2]
The inspector also observed failure to store food at least 6 inches above the ground. [3]
A separate finding described failure to store in-use utensils with handles above food in non TCS food. [4]
The report marks two findings as corrected on site. Two findings are marked as repeat violations. [5]
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Observed failure to cover multiple food items in the reach in cooler while being stored to protect from overhead contamination. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) 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; PIC advised to cover food items.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv)
Observed failure to cover multiple food items in the reach in cooler while being stored to protect from overhead contamination. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) 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; PIC advised to cover food items. New Violation. Correct By: 08/20/2026Official report · Item 4-2A ↗
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Observed failure to store food at least 6 inches above the ground. Observed a bow of shrimp being stored on the ground below the 3 compartment sink.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(q)
Observed failure to store food at least 6 inches above the ground. Observed a bow of shrimp being stored on the ground below the 3 compartment sink. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC moved bowl to inside of the sink. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 12A ↗
Observed failure to store in-use utensils with handles above food in non TCS food. Observed handle of utensil submerged inside bin of flour.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)
Observed failure to store in-use utensils with handles above food in non TCS food. Observed handle of utensil submerged inside bin of flour. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - 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: 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; PIC moved handle above food. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 14A ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
Fulton County · Aug 10, 2026
02 / Same facility ↗Official inspection historyAvailable records for this official facility
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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