Chatham County · Health score & inspection history
Bobo Cafe'
5501 ABERCORN ST SAVANNAH, GA 31405
Bobo Cafe' scored 70/100 (grade C) at its Oct 28, 2026 Chatham County inspection.
Latest available inspection
Chatham CountyWhat the inspector found
All 8 findings ↗8 findings recorded on Oct 28, 2026. 4 marked corrected on site.
Violation recordedItem 1-2A ↗
Person in charge
Observed PIC not performing duties in training and oversight of staff. PIC has failed in Employee Handwashing techniques.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: PIC present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Code 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q)
Observed PIC not performing duties in training and oversight of staff. PIC has failed in Employee Handwashing techniques. Employees are effectively cleaning their hands, by routinely monitoring the employees’ handwashing and ensuring the station is not blocked and available for handwashing at all times. Proper Cooking Techniques. PIC has not ensured employees are properly separating foods (ready to eat above raw foods) and covering food items not in active use. CA: PIC shall educate entire staff on food safety. New Violation. Correct By: 11/07/2026
Official report · Item 1-2A ↗Correction status not recorded
Correct by
Repeat violationItem 2-2D ↗
Handwashing
Observed baker's rack stored directly in front of hand-washing sink in main kitchen closest to the 3-compartment sink. COS CA: PIC moved the rack away from the hand wash sink.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Code 511-6-1.06(2)(o)
Observed baker's rack stored directly in front of hand-washing sink in main kitchen closest to the 3-compartment sink. COS CA: PIC moved the rack away from the hand wash sink. RCA: Hand wash sink shall be unobstructed at all times. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.
Official report · Item 2-2D ↗Marked corrected on site
Violation recordedItem 4-1A ↗
Food separation and protection
Observed multiple food items throughout facility's kitchen and walk-in cooler to not be properly separated. On the cook line raw beef was stored directly above ready to eat duck sauce, and raw chicken was stored directly over a container of ready to eat peanuts.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: Food separated and protected
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii)
Observed multiple food items throughout facility's kitchen and walk-in cooler to not be properly separated. On the cook line raw beef was stored directly above ready to eat duck sauce, and raw chicken was stored directly over a container of ready to eat peanuts. Observed in the walk-in cooler raw chicken stored directly over multiple pans of ready to eat cut vegetables. Raw pork was stored directly next to and touching raw ducks. Raw beef was stored directly next to ready to eat vegetables and raw chicken. CA COS: PIC properly separated and moved all items. The pork was discarded. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food Separation, Packaging, and Segregation Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(IV) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; (III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed; Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Official report · Item 4-1A ↗Marked corrected on site
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Repeat violationItem 4-2A ↗
Food protection
Observed multiple items in the main kitchen to be uncovered and not protected from overhead contamination at time of inspection (flour, pork belly, butter, seasonings, beans, roasted duck). All opened and ready to eat foods as well as raw foods were not stored covered and protected from overhead contamination in the walk-in cooler (raw duck, roasted duck, raw chicken, raw beef, multiple cut vegetables, raw pork, meatballs).
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: Food stored covered
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv)
Observed multiple items in the main kitchen to be uncovered and not protected from overhead contamination at time of inspection (flour, pork belly, butter, seasonings, beans, roasted duck). All opened and ready to eat foods as well as raw foods were not stored covered and protected from overhead contamination in the walk-in cooler (raw duck, roasted duck, raw chicken, raw beef, multiple cut vegetables, raw pork, meatballs). CA COS: PIC covered all items throughout the facility. RCA: 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. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.
Official report · Item 4-2A ↗Marked corrected on site
Violation recordedItem 4-2B ↗
Food-contact surface sanitation
Observed baffle of ice machine to be covered in pink slime and black debris build up. CA: PIC shall burn all ice and deep clean machine.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(b)
Observed baffle of ice machine to be covered in pink slime and black debris build up. CA: PIC shall burn all ice and deep clean machine. RCA: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. New Violation. Correct By: 10/31/2026
Official report · Item 4-2B ↗Correction status not recorded
Correct by
Violation recordedItem 14A ↗
Utensil storage
Observed multiple scoops in buckets not being stored with their handles up. CA COS: PIC moved all scoops and fixed.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: In-use utensils: properly stored
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)
Observed multiple scoops in buckets not being stored with their handles up. CA COS: PIC moved all scoops and fixed. RCA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 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. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Official report · Item 14A ↗Marked corrected on site
Violation recordedItem 15C ↗
Equipment cleanliness
Observed walls in the walk-in cooler to be covered in debris and mold-like substance on the walls. Observed walk in cooler fan to have heavy accumulation of dust and food debris.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3
Observed walls in the walk-in cooler to be covered in debris and mold-like substance on the walls. Observed walk in cooler fan to have heavy accumulation of dust and food debris. CA: PIC shall deep clean walk-in cooler. RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. New Violation. Correct By: 10/31/2026
Official report · Item 15C ↗Correction status not recorded
Correct by
Violation recordedItem 18 ↗
Pest control
Observed multiple flies throughout the kitchen, walk-in cooler and front food service. CA: PIC shall contact pest control company.
Inspector’s full note
Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)
Observed multiple flies throughout the kitchen, walk-in cooler and front food service. CA: PIC shall contact pest control company. RCA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises. New Violation. Correct By: 10/31/2026
Official report · Item 18 ↗Correction status not recorded
Correct by
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Inspection history 1
Official history ↗- Latest available70/100CReport
1 available inspection report. History may be incomplete.
About this location record
This page follows facility 13000833 within Chatham 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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