[Editor’s note: The report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on December 22 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.]
Health officials with the Gwinnett-Newton-Rockdale Health Department inspected The BEP Corner on December 22. The restaurant reported an incorrect thawing method among many other violations, which resulted in the eatery receiving a low score.
The BEP Corner
- When: December 22, 2025
- Where: 4500 Satellite Blvd #1150, Duluth, GA 30096
- Score: 58 U
The BEP Corner is a Vietnamese restaurant known for its Chicken Teriyaki Bowl, Crispy Garlic Wings, and Salmon Chao. According to the inspection report, the eatery for the following violations:
- According to the inspection report, the person-in-charge (PIC) initially did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of cold- and hot-holding temperatures. A new PIC arrived during the inspection and demonstrated correct understanding.
- According to the inspection report, there was a lack of proper managerial control, resulting in multiple risk factors during the inspection.
- Employee drinks were seen kept in unapproved containers on prep surfaces and shelves above coolers.
- There were several instances where raw animal products were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods across coolers and freezers. Some of it included raw pork, poultry, seafood, and beef.
- Broth was not maintained at 135°F or above and was later discarded.
- Many cans of butane were found above rice in the dry storage area.
- The report noted that raw shrimp and ready-to-eat crawfish were thawing in standing water.
- Two employees were seen handling food without hair restraints.
- Raw shrimps were found in a vegetable prep sink instead of their designated sink.
- Cups and scoops with handles were seen touching food in rice, salt, and sugar containers.
- Clean containers were stacked while still wet.
- The report said that the back door was seen propped open, increasing the risks of pests.
A detailed report is available here.
Follow-up Inspection
According to the official report, a follow-up inspection will take place within 10 days of the inspection. The report noted that three or more consecutive violations may result in permanent permit suspension.
