Restaurant Report Card: Tony's Sports Grill fails with 60; Smiley's Burger Club earns 100

A sports grill on Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Gwinnett County failed a health inspection, while a burger joint in Decatur earned a perfect score.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

A routine health inspection at Tony's Sports Grill in Peachtree Corners, Georgia resulted in a failing score of 60 points, with issues including improperly stored cookware, unsafe food temperatures, and lack of a certified food safety manager. Meanwhile, Smiley's Burger Club in Decatur earned a perfect 100 on its latest health inspection, winning the coveted Golden Spatula Award.

Why it matters

Restaurant health inspections are crucial for ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met, protecting customers from potential foodborne illnesses. The stark contrast between the failing and perfect scores highlights the importance of proper food handling and management practices in the restaurant industry.

The details

Tony's Sports Grill was cited for multiple violations, including pans stored as clean with residue, unsafe temperatures for squash, lettuce and cheese, and issues with the main cooler. An employee acknowledged they lacked a certified food safety manager, but said they were working to correct all the problems. Meanwhile, Smiley's Burger Club was praised for its small but efficient kitchen, where they make "smashburgers" to perfection, with crispy patties, American cheese, and signature smiley fries.

  • Tony's Sports Grill failed its routine health inspection this week.
  • Smiley's Burger Club earned a perfect 100 score on its latest health inspection.

The players

Tony's Sports Grill

A sports grill located on Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Peachtree Corners, Georgia that failed a recent health inspection with a score of 60.

Smiley's Burger Club

A burger restaurant in Decatur, Georgia that earned a perfect 100 score on its latest health inspection, winning the Golden Spatula Award.

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What they’re saying

“They replaced the whole cooler right away. So we have a brand-new one right now.”

— An employee (Atlanta News First)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.