Prickly Pear
"Delicious local food, friendly service & welcoming community atmosphere"
โ The Story
ViningsPrickly Pear is a popular Vinings 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-033-004718)
Feb 17, 2026
Routine"OBSERVED EMPLOYEE COFFE CUP STORED ON PREP TABLE WHILE ACTIVELY PREPARING FOOD IN MAIN KITCHEN C/A: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employeeโs hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: COFFEE CUP REMOVED | OBSERVED MULTIPLE BOTTLES STORED IN HAND SINK IN 2nd STORAGE AREA C/A: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: BOTTLES REMOVED"
Inspection Score Timeline & Trend
4 inspections on recordView Past Inspections (3)
"OBSERVED SLICED LAMB, MEATBALLS, YUCA AND FRESH, WASHED JALAPENOS STORED UNCOVERED AND UNPROTECTED IN (SM) PREP TOP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN. OBSERVED PINEAPPLES, PORK CHUNKS AND MIXED VEGETABLES STORED UNCOVERED AND UNPROTECTED IN (LG) PREP TOP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN. OBSERVED CORN ON THE COBB AND DICED CARROTS STORED UNCOVERED AND UNPROTECTED IN REACH IN COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN. C/A: ALL FOOD SHALL BE STORED COVERED AND PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION COS: FOOD COVERED | OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP IN THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF SODA DISPENSING NOZZLES OF SODA MACHINE IN MAIN KITCHEN AND SODA GUNS AT THE BAR. OBSERVED MULTIPLE GLASSES IN THE BAR STORED CLEAN AND READY TO USE WITH FOOD DEBRIS. C/A: ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES SHALL BE CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH AND FREE OF BUILD UP AND ACCUMULATIONS COS: SURFACES CLEANED AND SANITIZED"
"Observed dark mold-like build up inside soda machine nozzles (drink prep area). Observed pink slime inside walls of ice machine (bar) C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Correct within 72 hours. | Observed several TCS foods in prep top cooler and reach-in cooler (main kitchen) cold holding above 41F. C/A: TCS cold holding food shall be 41F or below at all times unless when cooling. COS: Discarded"
"CFSM is not posted in public view. PIC stated the general manager is the CFSM for 3 locations. EHS informed the general manager that he needed to select 1 facility to serve as the CFSM. C/A: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. Post within 3 days. **Update** Eligio Palma Damian (EXP 2027) CFSM has been posted at the facility. | Observed food employee at bar place sliced limes on drinks with bare hands. C/A: Food employees shall not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment. COS: Employee placed gloves on."
"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.