Mac’s Chophouse received an 82 on a follow-up health inspection on Jan. 7, 2026. That score follows a 64 on a routine inspection dated Dec. 30, 2025. Taken together, the two scores tell a straightforward story: the follow-up visit shows some issues were corrected, but an 82 remains a low mark for a restaurant. Inspection records also show oysters listed in prior notes from a past visit on 1/9/23, which makes basics like clean ice equipment and reliable hot water feel even less optional.
What the Inspection Found
Cleaning and sanitation
The inspector observed black buildup inside the ice machine in the main kitchen and inside the ice machine in the outside storage area. This was marked as a repeat violation from the prior inspection, and the report notes that equipment like ice makers must be cleaned at the manufacturer’s frequency, or often enough to prevent soil or mold buildup.
Cooking process controls
The report cited partially cooked beef fillets stored in a reach-in cooler in the main kitchen. The issue was tied to non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods, with the inspector noting the facility did not have approved written procedures for that process.
Water supply and pressure
The inspector observed hot water not available for the employee bathroom located in the outdoor storage area. The report also noted hot water concerns and low cold water pressure at the hand sink on the main kitchen service line. A note adds that hot water was provided at that hand sink, but the violation was still marked not corrected during inspection.
Facility maintenance
Ceiling tiles were reported missing in the outdoor dry storage area, with the report citing the need to keep physical facilities in good repair.
What the Restaurant Did On-Site
The report documents several corrective actions during the visit:
- For the ice machines, ice was discarded, the machines were cleaned to sight and touch, and then allowed to air dry.
- For the partially cooked beef fillets, the items were discarded. The report also notes the Environmental Health Specialist would send the facility the code requirement tied to this process.
What Happens Next
The follow-up report does not list a specific reinspection date or a deadline in the details provided. It does show that the water supply/pressure issue and the missing ceiling tiles were not corrected during the inspection.
An 82 is higher than a 64, but it still reflects multiple problems observed on the inspection date, including items that can affect everyday food safety, like hot water availability and sanitation. Inspections are a snapshot of one day, so diners can also watch for steady safe practices over time, like accessible hand sinks with hot water, clean equipment, and staff routines that stay consistent during a busy shift.
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH Food Service Establishment Inspection Report:
- 19 N PARK SQ NE MARIETTA, GA 30060-1972
- Phone Number: (770) 238-1202
- Permit Type: Food Service
- Permit Number: FSP-033-004403
- Last Inspection Score: 82
- Last Inspection Date: 01-07-2026
- For More Information Call: (770) 435-7815
INSPECTIONS
- Date: 01-07-2026
- Inspection Purpose: Followup
- Score: 82
- Inspector: GABRIELLE SMITH
- Inspection Report
Violations
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(b) – food contact surfaces and utensils – cleaning frequency (p, c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed black build up on the inside on the ice machine located in the main kitchen, and black build up on the inside of the ice machine in the outside storage area. C/A: 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: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. COS: ice discarded, machines cleaned to sight and touch and allowed to air dry.
5-1A – proper cooking time and temperatures
511-6-1.04(5)(d) – non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (p, pf)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed partially cooked beef fillets in the reach-in cooler located in the main kitchen area. Facility does not have approve procedures for this process. C/A: Prepared and stored according to written procedures that: (i) Have obtained prior approval from the Health Authority; Pf (ii) Are maintained in the food service establishment and are available to the Health Authority upon request; Pf (iii) Describe how the requirements specified in paragraphs 1 through 5 of this subsection are to be monitored and documented by the permit holder and the corrective actions to be taken if the requirements are not met; Pf (iv) Describe how the foods, after initial heating, but prior to complete cooking, are to be marked or otherwise identified as foods that must be cooked as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection prior to being offered for sale or service; Pf and (v) Describe how the foods, after initial heating but prior to cooking as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, are to be separated from ready-to-eat foods as specified in subsection (4)(c)1 of this Rule. COS: items discarded. EHS will send facility the code requirement for this item.
16A – hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) – water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed hot water not available for the employee bathroom located in the outdoor storage area. Observed hot water not available for the hand sink located on the service line in the main kitchen. Observed low cold water pressure for the hand sink located on the service line in the main kitchen. C/A: Hot and cold water under pressure shall be provided NOTE: hot water was provided at the hand sink located on the service line
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed ceiling tiles missing is the outdoor dry storage area. C/A: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
Mac’s Chophouse Previous Inspection Scores:
Date: 01-07-2026
Inspection Purpose: Followup
Score: 82 B
Date: 12-30-2025
Inspection Purpose: Routine
Score: 64 U
Date: 01-13-2025
Inspection Purpose: Routine
Score: 83 B
Date: 01-09-2023
Inspection Purpose: Followup
Score: 87 B
Date: 12-28-2022
Inspection Purpose: Routine
Score: 74 C
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