Food Service
Restaurant Inspections: Where can I view the latest inspections for a restaurant?
How can I report a complaint or concern? click here to use our online complaint form.
OR
Click here to contact your county environmental health office
QUARTERLY NEWLETTER:
Click Here to View the NWGAPH Quarterly Newsletters
RULES AND REGULATIONS:
Food Service Rules and Regulations (511-6-1) Effective 11/1/2015, Revised 2/12/2025 to reflect changes as it relates to the adoption of 2022 FDA Food Code, to reflect changes as it relates to the authorization of mobile food service establishments from HB1443 from 12/12/24, to reflect changes to the definition of “Food Service Establishment” from SB 345, 9/17/18 to add a provision for “pop-up” restaurants, and 10/21/18 to reflect changes in catering operations to accommodate the motion picture industry.
The updated regulations are now in effect, and we want to ensure you are aware of the changes that may impact your food service establishment.
Click here to view our New Rules Checklist.
Food Rules in Spanish
Does not include the 2/12/25 revision or the 9/16/20 revision that reflect changes to the definition of “Food Service Establishment” from SB 345.
NEW FOOD SERVICES:
What do I need to do prior to opening a Food Service? (Including but not limited to the following):
Submit at least fourteen (14) days prior to beginning construction/remodeling:
- Food Service Application
- (Fee Schedule)
- Copy of Proposed Menu
- Set of plans for new establishments or kitchen diagram for existing establishments
- Click here to see if your equipment is NSF certified and ANSI Accredited
- Verification of Residency – revised April 2014 (In accordance with the Georgia Department of Public Health, Alien Residency Verification Policy (Policy# GC-090008))
- **Please note, all individuals or corporations who obtain a permit (i.e. food service, swimming pools, body art) from DPH requires completion of secure and verifiable information to verify citizenship/immigration status.
In accordance with O.C.G.A. Section 50-36-1(e)(2) Secure and Verifiable Documents Under O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2
- **Please note, all individuals or corporations who obtain a permit (i.e. food service, swimming pools, body art) from DPH requires completion of secure and verifiable information to verify citizenship/immigration status.
Are there any guidelines on how to design and construct a new facility? Design, Installation and Construction Manual
NEW: Brewery Food Service Information
If you are a brewery and need more information about obtaining a food service permit to sell food at your establishment, please contact your local Environmental Health.
Click here for additional details.
MOBILE FOOD SERVICES/FOOD TRUCKS
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Frequently Asked Questions
TRAINING:
If you are a food service employee, owner or manager, we have important training information and resources for you.
ACCESS OUR FOOD SERVICE TRAINING PORTAL
Are you a food service employee, owner or manager, and you have a question for us? Please fill out this contact form and we’ll get back with you shortly.
TEMPORARY FOOD SERVICE (EVENTS)
- Application for Event Organizers
- Application for Vendors
- Food Safety At Non-Profit Temporary Events
RESTAURANT SIGNAGE
- Choking Posters (printable): 11 x 17 and 8.5 X 11
- No Smoking Sign
- Handwashing Sign
Food Safety Courses:
Accredited Food Safety Courses
Additional Resources:
Sign up for Food Recalls and Alerts or FDA Food Recalls
Food and Water Safety During Hurricanes, Power Outages, and Floods
GA Dept. of Agriculture’s Cottage Food Program
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