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Athens chicken joint gets a failing grade. See why. | Health Scores

Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties, conducted Oct. 27 through Nov. 9. Scores in each category are listed in order of the most recent inspection date. The Georgia Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section, conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe. Disclaimer: On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in its most recent inspection. An inspection on any given day may not represent the establishment's overall long-term conditions. A few more recent follow-up inspections may not be included here. Comments might be edited for content and length. Previous inspections: Find out which Athens restaurants scored 100 Athens-Clarke County: Perfect scores HILSMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (870 GAINES SCHOOL RD) EL CARRETONERO (124 ROWE RD) CORN DOG / LEMONDE (1570 LEXINGTON RD) PIZZA (1570 LEXINGTON RD) COTTON CANDY (1570 LEXINGTON RD) FUNNEL CAKE (1570 LEXINGTON RD) THE TABLE (1075 BAXTER ST STE B102) LA CARRETA BY AGUA LINDA (1376 PRINCE AVE) BAXTER STREET NUTRITION (320 BAXTER ST STE A) Athens-Clarke and Oconee County: High to average scores WHATABURGER (3201 ATLANTA HWY): 99 EM'S KITCHEN AT HAWTHORNE DRUGS (975 HAWTHORNE AVE STE B):

Athens, GA · 3d

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This South Carolina Amish Market Has Prices So Low, People Drive Hours To Shop There

There’s a store in Seneca, South Carolina that has quietly convinced people from three different states to rearrange their entire weekend around a grocery run. Hochstetler’s Country Store is the kind of place that makes you question every shopping decision you’ve ever made, and it does it with a smile and a shelf full of fresh-baked bread.

Seneca, SC · 8d
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The Burgers At This Humble Roadside Joint In Georgia Are Absolutely Worth The Drive

Somewhere in Athens, Georgia, there’s a diner with a cartoon spaceman on the window, a neon sign that just says DINER, and burgers that make people rearrange their entire weekend plans. That place is Clocked! Diner, and once you understand what’s happening inside, you’ll understand why folks drive from...

Athens, GA · 5d
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‘A heartbreaking decision’: Greenville restaurant permanently closes its doors

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Ottaray Raw Bar & Taphouse announced Sunday that it is permanently closing its doors due to slow business. The owners said that things did not turn out as they envisioned; however, they are proud of what they created. The owners thanked the staff, guests,...

Greenville, SC · 2d
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Spartanburg County restaurant announces closure

A locally-owned restaurant will close its doors for good next week.

Spartanburg County, SC · 4d

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Six South Carolina Restaurants Where Prime Rib Is Still A Weekly Ritual

Some dinners are just meals, but prime rib night is a standing date that people plan their whole week around. Across South Carolina, a handful of restaurants still roll out this slow-roasted classic on a set night, and the regulars know exactly when to show up. A few of these...

South Carolina · 2d

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Three Immigrant Brothers Built a South Carolina Restaurant and Grocery That Has Survived Nearly Four Decades

Cash is still king at this South Carolina restaurant, where credit cards aren’t part of the routine and freshly baked pita has kept customers returning for nearly four decades. What began as an immigrant family’s dream has become a neighborhood favorite with a grocery store right alongside the dining area.

Greenville, SC · 1d

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This South Carolina Diner Serves Fried Fish So Good It Beats Everything Else On The Menu

Fried flounder at a diner built around The Andy Griffith Show? That pairing is real, and it lives in a small, quiet South Carolina town. Photos of the show’s cast line the walls, and old episodes play in the corner. Meanwhile, fried flounder and shrimp give seafood fans two reasons to stop at this South Carolina diner.

Laurens County, SC · 1d

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This South Carolina Mexican Restaurant Claims To Be The Upstate’s Original Birria Spot

The birria here braises for eight to ten hours before it ever meets a tortilla. That’s a full workday for one pot of beef. I can’t imagine a better reason to cancel lunch plans with anyone else. The slow simmer also creates consommé, a rich broth made for...

Greenville, SC · 3d

Greenville News

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Flies, grime, spoiled beef cited at Greenville County eateries

In October, three Greenville County retail food establishments scored below the “78” or “C” grade threshold during food safety inspections, according to reports issued by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA). The statewide inspection team identified violations at those establishments during inspections conducted between Oct 1 and Oct 31. Reported issues included fruit flies, improper handwashing, food stored in single-use grocery bags, and buildup of grease, food debris, and grime. Applebee's Location: 704 W. Wade Hampton Blvd., Greer During an initial routine inspection on Oct. 6, SCDA identified 14 out of 56 compliance violations at Applebee's. Some of the most notable violations were: Observed fruit flies in the bar area around a drain, on ServSafe certificates, and throughout the kitchen. Observed trash and food debris on the floor in the walk-in freezer and underneath equipment in the kitchen. Observed biofilm buildup on soap and paper towel dispensers. Observed food and grease buildup on fryers and grills along the cook line. Observed spoiled raw beef in a low-boy cooler underneath the grill. The beef was discarded during the inspection. Routine inspection score: 74 out of 100 Follow-up inspection score: 98 out of 100 Applebee’s received an A grade during its

Greenville County, SC · 2d

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This Secret South Carolina Mennonite Store Is Filled With Fresh Bread, Pies, And Old-Fashioned Pantry Finds

At this South Carolina bakery, work has been known to start in the middle of the night. While most of Abbeville is still asleep, the bakers can already be at work on sourdough and pound cakes. The sourdough reportedly comes from a starter kept going for decades. Then there’s a...

Abbeville, SC · 7d

The Coconut Mama

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South Carolina neighborhood loses Piggly Wiggly as food bank sees more demand

South Carolina has lost another longtime neighborhood grocery store, following a separate Piggly Wiggly closing announcement in Myrtle Beach in October. The Piggly Wiggly at 1160 South Main Street in…

Greenwood, SC · 2d

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Five South Carolina Taverns Pouring Cold Beer And Frying Burgers Since Before You Were Born

Some bars open with a splash and close before the paint dries. The five taverns on this list did the opposite, sticking around for decades while the towns grew up around them. The oldest one started serving in 1938, and the youngest has been at it since 1972. If you want a burger with real history behind the counter, these South Carolina classics are worth the drive.

South Carolina · 3d

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Help Make 8,000 Pimento Cheese Sandwiches!

Help Make 8,000 Pimento Cheese Sandwiches!

Greenville, SC · 1d

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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3 Spartanburg County restaurants fail October inspections

Three Spartanburg County food establishments fell below the "78" score threshold for a "C" rating in October 2026 restaurant inspection reports, according to the South Carolina Department of Agriculture . Inspectors conducted routine inspections throughout the month and ordered follow-up inspections for establishments that received failing grades. In our coverage of food inspections around Spartanburg County, we categorize violations into two types: priority and priority foundation. Priority violations are those that pose the highest risk of causing foodborne illness and identify contributing factors that could lead to illness. A priority foundation violation is a contributing factor to illness. Here is a snapshot of the establishments that fell below a "78" grade during October inspections: JOY CRAB CAJUN SEAFOOD Location: 1935 E. Main St., Spartanburg During a routine inspection in October, SCDA identified numerous out-of-compliance violations, including priority and priority foundation violations. Some of the most notable violations were: Employees were observed removing gloves, putting the same gloves back on, using cell phones, and returning to food preparation without washing their hands. Inspectors found spray bottles without labels, cans of Raid stored throughout the facility, and a tube of grease stored with food items. Multiple dead bugs were observed in a

Spartanburg County, SC · 3d

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South Carolina Women Turned a Former Meat-Processing Building Into a Food Market Supporting 300 Local Farmers

First-time visitors to this South Carolina food market may receive something unexpected: an entire loaf of freshly baked bread, offered as a welcome gift. It’s a small gesture that reflects the community-focused idea behind the business. Two mothers opened the market inside a former meat-processing building, hoping to connect...

Greenville, SC · 1d

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This Cash-Only South Carolina Burger Joint Has Barely Changed Since 1956

In Clemson, South Carolina, there is a burger joint covered in ivy where the prices look like they were set during the Eisenhower administration, and that is meant as the highest possible compliment. Mac’s Drive In is the real thing, and the real thing is getting harder to find.

Clemson, SC · 2d

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This Beloved South Carolina Cafe Is Worth A Road Trip For Its Famous Mile-High Pies And Fresh Treats

A small kitchen calls its bakers dessert architects, and honestly, the title fits. The dessert lineup runs past 30 options, with pies sharing space with cakes, cookies, bars, and cupcakes. Chocolate cream, lemon meringue, buttermilk coconut, and chocolate chip pecan all sit on the pie list. I like how the...

Inman, SC · 2d

The Post and Courier

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Popular Northeast burrito chain to make first move into SC, starting with the Upstate

GREENVILLE — Bubbakoo’s Burritos is moving into the Carolinas as they expand further across the East Coast. Their first stores to open in South Carolina will be in Greenville and Spartanburg. Michael Lassen, vice president of development, says that expansion into the Carolinas is a “natural progression” for the company. “Our growth model is we see the Carolinas being very strong for us,” Lassen said. As Bubbakoo’s expanded further, the Carolinas and Georgia were skipped over as the brand migrated to Florida. Founded in 2008 in Point Pleasant, N.J., the company has expanded to over 160 location...

Greenville, SC · 23h

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Montreal-style bagels coming to Travelers Rest: Weekly Dish

A new Montreal-style bagel shop, Myer’s Bagels, will open in Travelers Rest soon. “[Montreal bagels] are a little bit smaller, they have a sweetness to them and they’re wood-fired baked versus a conventional oven so it has a little bit more zhuzh to it,” said co-owner Nancy Guyette.

Travelers Rest, SC · 1d