[Editor’s note: The report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on December 8 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.]
The GNR Public Health Department conducted several health inspections on December 8. Xi Hotpot underwent a routine check, and the restaurant was cited for multiple health code violations, resulting in a low score and grade.
Xi Hotpot
- When: December 8, 2025
- Where: 2645 N Berkeley Lake Rd NW, Suite 116-119, Duluth, GA 30096
- Score: 55 U
Xi Hotpot, a popular Sichuan hot-pot restaurant in Metro Atlanta, is known for its premium cuts, fresh produce, and wide menu. According to the inspection report, the inspection concluded the restaurant violated several health-code. The violations are as follows:
- The report noted that the person in charge was not knowledgeable about required reportable illnesses and symptoms, a third consecutive violation. It also found no verifiable proof that employees had been informed of their reporting responsibilities.
- Items were found stored inside the handwashing sinks in two areas. One sink lacked paper towels.
- The report said that raw fish was found in the ice machine, and raw seafood was stored above mushrooms in the walk-in cooler. The ice was discarded, and items were reorganized.
- Four hot pot soup bases were above 41°F, a third consecutive violation.
- Two spray bottles lacked labels, and a residential insecticide was found in the kitchen. The report said the insecticide was discarded, with one bottle labeled and the other thrown out.
- The report said large pieces of raw meat were thawing at room temperature.
- Boxes and bags of food in both the walk-in cooler and freezer were stored directly on the floor.
- The person in charge could not provide a complete chlorine test kit.
- The report also noted the buildup of debris on prep tables, equipment surfaces, and floors in both walk-in units.
A detailed report is available online.
Follow-up Inspection
According to the inspection report, a follow-up inspection is scheduled within 10 days. Failure to correct the issues may lead to suspension of the health permit.
