African Soulfood Restaurant
"Delicious local food, friendly service & welcoming community atmosphere"
β The Story
SmyrnaAfrican Soulfood Restaurant is a popular Smyrna eatery known for delicious casual dining and warm local hospitality. Locals and visitors appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and consistent quality on every visit.
Amenities & Features
Health & Safety
Official Cobb & Douglas Public Health Record (Permit: FSP-033-005132)
Apr 9, 2026
Routine"Observed wiping cloths stored in a sanitizer solution at 0ppm of quat in main kitchen and bar. C/A: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). COS: Sanitizer added to solution, 200ppm quat | Observed (2) food containers (lamb stew) with spoons stored in the product, with handles submerged in the product in reach in coolers of main kitchen. C/A: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.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; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135Β°F (57Β°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi). COS: Spoons removed"
Inspection Score Timeline & Trend
4 inspections on recordView Past Inspections (3)
"Observed extremely thick black mold-like accumulations inside ice machine behind bar. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC placed ice machine out of service | Observed several TCS foods on counters cold holding above 41F (main kitchen). C/A: TCS food shall cold hold at 41Β°F or below at all times. COS: PIC stated food items were taken out of fridge 35 mins prior. EHS allowed facility to rapidly chill the foods on ice."
"Upon arrival, food employee stated that there is no person in charge. C/A: There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. COS: CFSM arrived onsite during inspection. | Observed food employee cleaning dishes in unclean water, skipping the rinsing and sanitizing step (3 compartment sink, main kitchen). C/A: Ensure employees are properly cleaning dishes in the 3 compartment sink by washing, rinsing, then sanitizing in 200ppm-400ppm if using quat sanitizer. COS: PIC instructed employee to re-clean dishes (400ppm quat) ."
"Routine inspection β zero violations recorded."
"Businesses like this are the backbone of our community. Their continued success ensures a resilient local economy and a vibrant international profile for the 2026 Braves Season."
Location & What's Nearby
Explore authentic local food, shopping, and recreation within walking or short driving distance.