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678 KOREAN BBQ scores 72; inspectors cite handwashing issues

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3880 Satellite Blvd Duluth, GA 30096

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678 KOREAN BBQ received a C, scoring 72 out of 100, in a Gwinnett County food-service inspection on Oct 22, 2026. The official report lists nine findings. [1]

Inspection score

72/100Grade COfficial inspection

Inspection summary

The inspector observed that the handwashing sink in the front service area had a bowl of lettuce being washed in it.***THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF THE CODE PROVISION*** // A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and not used for purposes other than handwashing. [2]

The inspector also observed multiple containers of food ( cut lettuce, cut cabbage, cut onions, cut radishes,) in the walk-in cooler that were being stored uncovered.// Food must be protected from cross contamination by 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. [3]

A separate finding described that the ice machine has a black and pink mold like substance in the upper compartment where the ice is made.***SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF THE CODE PROVISION*** Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. [4]

What inspectors found

Read the official report

Showing 9 of 9 findings

  1. Handwashing

    Item 2-2D
    Observed that the handwashing sink in the front service area had a bowl of lettuce being washed in it.***THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF THE CODE PROVISION*** // A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and not used for purposes other than handwashing. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (Pf) Corrective Actions: The food was removed from the handwashing sink in the front service area and the sink was sanitized.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .06(2)(o)

    Observed that the handwashing sink in the front service area had a bowl of lettuce being washed in it.***THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF THE CODE PROVISION*** // A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and not used for purposes other than handwashing. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (Pf) Corrective Actions: The food was removed from the handwashing sink in the front service area and the sink was sanitized.//
    Official report · Item 2-2D ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  2. Food protection

    Item 4-2A
    Observed multiple containers of food ( cut lettuce, cut cabbage, cut onions, cut radishes,) in the walk-in cooler that were being stored uncovered.// Food must be protected from cross contamination by 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. (C) Corrective Actions: All containers were covered during the inspection.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .04(4)(c)1(iv)

    Observed multiple containers of food ( cut lettuce, cut cabbage, cut onions, cut radishes,) in the walk-in cooler that were being stored uncovered.// Food must be protected from cross contamination by 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. (C) Corrective Actions: All containers were covered during the inspection.//
    Official report · Item 4-2A ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  3. Food-contact surface sanitation

    Item 4-2B
    Observed that the ice machine has a black and pink mold like substance in the upper compartment where the ice is made.***SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF THE CODE PROVISION*** Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf) Corrective Actions: The person in charge cleaned and sanitized the ice machine during the inspection.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .05(7)(a)1

    Observed that the ice machine has a black and pink mold like substance in the upper compartment where the ice is made.***SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF THE CODE PROVISION*** Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf) Corrective Actions: The person in charge cleaned and sanitized the ice machine during the inspection.//
    Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  4. Cold holding

    Item 6-1A
    Observed multiple items stored on the chef's prep station that were not on time control that were being held higher than 41° F for more than four hours. Also observed multiple food items in the walk-in cooler and the bottom of the open top prep cooler that were not being held at 41° F or below for more than four hours. ( See Temp Chart Below). Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P) Corrective Actions: All food was discarded.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .04(6)(f)

    Observed multiple items stored on the chef's prep station that were not on time control that were being held higher than 41° F for more than four hours. Also observed multiple food items in the walk-in cooler and the bottom of the open top prep cooler that were not being held at 41° F or below for more than four hours. ( See Temp Chart Below). Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P) Corrective Actions: All food was discarded.
    Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  5. Hot holding temperatures

    Item 6-1B
    Observed two trays of rice being held in the warmer lower than 135° F ( See Temp Chart Below).// Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above. (P) Corrective Actions: The rice was discarded.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .04(6)(f)

    Observed two trays of rice being held in the warmer lower than 135° F ( See Temp Chart Below).// Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above. (P) Corrective Actions: The rice was discarded.//
    Official report · Item 6-1B ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  6. Food labeling and containers

    Item 10D
    Observed multiple containers of food that were out of the original packaging that were not labeled with the common food name ( Salt, peanuts, corn starch, sesame oil, vegetable oil) Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. (C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge labeled all food containers with the common food name.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .04(4)(d)

    Observed multiple containers of food that were out of the original packaging that were not labeled with the common food name ( Salt, peanuts, corn starch, sesame oil, vegetable oil) Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. (C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge labeled all food containers with the common food name.//
    Official report · Item 10D ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  7. Wiping cloth use and storage

    Item 12C
    Observed several wet wiping cloths stored on the counter after use.// Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be stored in sanitizer of the appropriate concentration in-between uses and laundered daily. (C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge placed the wet wiping cloths in the sanitizer bucket in between uses.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .04(4)(m)

    Observed several wet wiping cloths stored on the counter after use.// Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be stored in sanitizer of the appropriate concentration in-between uses and laundered daily. (C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge placed the wet wiping cloths in the sanitizer bucket in between uses.//
    Official report · Item 12C ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  8. Ventilation and lighting

    Item 17D
    Observed employee food stored over customer food in the bottom of the open top prep cooler and in the two door refrigerator on the front service line.// Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. (C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge discarded or placed the employee food in a designated space below any customer food.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .07(4)(b)

    Observed employee food stored over customer food in the bottom of the open top prep cooler and in the two door refrigerator on the front service line.// Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. (C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge discarded or placed the employee food in a designated space below any customer food.//
    Official report · Item 17D ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.
  9. Ventilation and lighting

    Item 17D
    Observed employee personal belongings stored with clean containers on the drying rack. Also observed employee personal belongings stored on the chef's prep table.// Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. (C) Corrective Actions: The personal belongings were relocated so that they were stored below any customer food or single use items.//
    Inspector’s full note

    Code .07(4)(b)

    Observed employee personal belongings stored with clean containers on the drying rack. Also observed employee personal belongings stored on the chef's prep table.// Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. (C) Corrective Actions: The personal belongings were relocated so that they were stored below any customer food or single use items.//
    Official report · Item 17D ↗
    No correction or repeat marker recorded.

Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.

Inspection history 1

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    72/100C
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Record details & methodology
Authority
Gwinnett County
Inspection ID
6B0D33D6-928D-4F8B-B17B-A7CB3E9F6C38
Facility ID
4ADC9792-97C3-4B50-95D5-32D73C93DD99
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Venue address source
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Scores and findings describe the dated inspection, not current operating conditions. A correction deadline does not establish whether an issue remained unresolved afterward.

Findings quote the official report captured . “Corrected on site” and “repeat” reflect explicit report markers. “COS” and “CA” in the inspector’s notes refer to corrections and corrective actions; an instruction to act is not proof that it was completed.

History links the same official facility ID within the issuing authority and may omit intervening inspections. Same-day results have no inferred sequence. Report excerpts follow source order, not a severity ranking.

This report comes from Gwinnett County. History includes only this authority’s exact facility ID.

Georgia’s grading scale
A
90–100
B
80–89
C
70–79
U
0–69
Georgia food-service rules ↗

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