Live flies in two Athens restaurants

Previous inspections: “Several dead forest cockroaches” found in bar in downtown Athens

Athens-Clarke County: Low values ​​and why

• PITA PIT (123 N JACKSON ST): 86. Inspection notes: “Dented pineapple can not stored separately from intact cans in dry goods area. Employee not wearing effective hair protection. Employee wearing wristband during food preparation. Cutting board has deep cuts and scuffed surface. Food debris observed in refrigerated drawers in grill area along sliding mechanism. Self-closing mechanism damaged in employee restroom. Floor tiles behind front counter damaged.”
• KRYSTAL (4005 LEXINGTON RD): 89. Inspection Notes: “Chili kept in warming container at a temperature below 135°F. Observed drink splatter on wall behind bag in box shelf. Observed mold on wall next to 3 compartment sink. Observed dirt/debris on floor under and behind appliances.”
• INOKO EXPRESS (3190 ATLANTA HWY STE 7): 88. Inspection notes: “Employee’s beverages stored on kitchen counter. Employee wears wristwatch during food preparation. Kitchen utensils stored in water below 135°F between uses. Food containers stacked wet after washing. Employee’s cell phone stored on kitchen counter. Live flies observed in kitchen.”
• HER CAKE (196 ALPS RD UNIT 3): 86. Inspection Notes: “Walk-in refrigerator leaks from vent/condenser. Multiple cracked clear containers on clean dish storage and drying rack.”
• LITTLE CAESAR’S (4375 LEXINGTON RD STE C-8): 70. Inspection notes: “The faucet on the three-compartment sink is constantly dripping. Dirt and debris were observed on floors and walls. Employee beverages were stored next to food on a shelf in a walk-in cooler. Front door does not close completely on its own and remains open. Numerous flies were observed in the facility.”

Oconee County: High to average scores

• WOK’S UP (1791 OCONEE CONNECTOR STE 470): 90
• COOK OUT – ATHENS, INC. (1020 JORDAN DR): 99