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Sticky Cactus received an A, scoring 91 out of 100, in a Henry County food-service inspection on Oct 21, 2026. The official report lists six findings. [1]
The inspector observed an employee drinks (Bottled energy drinks) stored in the reach cooler above food. [2]
The inspector also observed nacho chips not properly covered in the food preparation area. [3]
A separate finding described rusty storage shelves inside the walk in cooler. [4]
The report marks one finding as corrected on site. [5]
Showing 6 of 6 findings
Observed employee drinks (Bottled energy drinks) stored in the reach cooler above food. 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) (k) Hygienic Practices.
Code 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2
Observed employee drinks (Bottled energy drinks) stored in the reach cooler above food. 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) (k) Hygienic Practices. 1. Employees shall not use any form of tobacco products, or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, while engaged in food preparation or service, nor while in areas used for equipment or utensil washing and storage, food preparation or food storage. Employees shall only use tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking in approved designated areas. 2. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. New Violation.Official report · Item 2-2B ↗
Observed nacho chips not properly covered in the food preparation area. Also observed chicken, beef, shrimp, and chicken wings not covered in the reach in cooler on the hot line.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(q)
Observed nacho chips not properly covered in the food preparation area. Also observed chicken, beef, shrimp, and chicken wings not covered in the reach in cooler on the hot line. 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. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture. New Violation.Official report · Item 12A ↗
Observed rusty storage shelves inside the walk in cooler. Paint or replace with new shelves.
Code 511-6-1.05(1)(i)
Observed rusty storage shelves inside the walk in cooler. Paint or replace with new shelves. Shelf in dry storage is also in bad repair. All food and food contact storage shelves must be 6 inches above the floor. 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - Nonfood-contact Surfaces (C) (i) Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. New Violation.Official report · Item 15A ↗
Observed a bag of trash and build up on the dumpster pad. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs.
Code 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p)
Observed a bag of trash and build up on the dumpster pad. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. (p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. New Violation.Official report · Item 17B ↗
Observed ceiling tile damaged from a water leak in the storage room. PIC will have the ceiling repaired by 10/25/26.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)
Observed ceiling tile damaged from a water leak in the storage room. PIC will have the ceiling repaired by 10/25/26. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf New Violation.Official report · Item 17C ↗
Observed employee medication (Vick's vapor rub and burn cream) stored above food and single use articles in the storage area. 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - Designated Areas for Employee Activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (C) (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity.
Code 511-6-1.07(4)(b)
Observed employee medication (Vick's vapor rub and burn cream) stored above food and single use articles in the storage area. 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - Designated Areas for Employee Activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (C) (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity. 1. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. 2. 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. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 17D ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
Henry County · Oct 21, 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.
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 Henry County. History includes only this authority’s exact facility ID.
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