Date Night in Lawrenceville

It's the weekend! What's your favorite place for a romantic evening out?

The weekend is almost here! If your plans include a date with your new boyfriend, girlfriend or long-time spouse, check out these local destinations. If you've already been to these places, click through to leave a review!  The Flying Machine This place is one-of-a-kind and a sure conversation starter. Located along the edge of the Gwinnett County Airport on Briscoe Blvd., pilots  can taxi right up to the Flying Machine's patio to order, and those who prefer to drive can join in the unique hospitality and airplane enthusiast culture for a quick bite as well. The Flying Machine serves American–style lunches and dinners like country-fried steak and gravy or smothered chicken tenders, sandwiches and wraps, and fresh baked, home-style cakes …

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Restaurant Inspections

Popular Lawrenceville Wedding Venue Scores a U: Restaurant Inspections May 2

One violation includes storing beverages under sewer lines.

The following are restaurant health inspection scores as reported by Gwinnett County: BB's Wings to Go, 2505 Old Norcross Road #B Score: 90 A Inspection Date: May 2 Previous Score: 91 A (9/27/12), 87 B (5/26/12) Type of inspection: Routine Violations: 2-1B, Violation of Code: [.03(5)(c) ] Observed employee handle potentially hazardous food and then ready to eat food without washing hands and changing gloves. Person in charge discarded RTE food that was mishandled. Advisd PIC must wash hands and change gloves after handling PHF and before handling RTE. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. 2-1B, Violation of Code: [.03(5)(c) ] Observed PIC put gloves on to handle RTE without washing hands. PIC washed hands and put new gloves on. Advised PIC …

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Restaurant Inspections

Restaurant Inspections: December 11

Oyster Bay in Downtown Lawrenceville, Ga. had a follow-up inspection after scoring a C previously. Did they improve?

The following are restaurant health inspection scores as reported by Gwinnett County: Oyster Bay Seafood Restaurant, 125 Crogan Street Score: 99 A Inspection Date: December 11 Previous Score: 79 C (12/6/12), 82 B (6/12/12) Type of inspection: Follow-up Violations: 15B, Violation of Code: [.05(3)(h),(i) ] Concentration test strips not available for the chlorine sanitizer used in the mechanical dish machine. The person in charge was advised to obtain test strips for all sanitizers used in the facility. New Violation. Crazy Wing, 1455 Pleasant Hill Road #101 Score: 88 B Inspection Date: December 11 Previous Score: 80 B (6/6/12), 100 A (5/2/12) Type of inspection: Routine Violations: 6-1C, Violation of Code: [.04(6)(d) ] (a) Containers of rice…

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Shop in Lawrenceville on Small Business Saturday

Just what is Small Business Saturday and why should you support it in Lawrenceville?

Big name national retailers take the spotlight on Black Friday as their deep price cuts pull in shoppers in droves. What about those mom-and-pop businesses all over Lawrenceville and beyond that are the backbone of America’s economy? Just when do they get their day? That’s basically the question that was asked back in 2010 when the concept of Small Business Saturday was born. Small Business Saturday is “a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities,” the U.S. Small Business Administration explains on its website. American Express gets the credit for founding the shopping holiday, which got its official start on Nov. 27, 2010, according to the Small Business Saturday Facebook page. Celebrating its …

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Small Business Saturday Deals in Downtown Lawrenceville

Shops on the square have some great offers for Small Business Saturday on November 24th.

In celebration of Small Business Saturday, a number of Lawrenceville retailers are offering deals to get people in the door and shopping. Here are some of those special offers: Do you know of any other local businesses offering deals for Small Business Saturday? Tell us about it in the comments section below.

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Business Spotlight

Pamper Your Pooch at Swanky Paws Pet Spa

This new pet spa opened in Lawrenceville, Ga. near Sugarloaf Mills just a few weeks ago.

Name: Barbara Johnston and Angela Smutny Business Name: Swanky Paws Pet Spa What are your hours? Monday through Friday 7:30-6, Saturday and Sunday 10-5 How long have you been in business? We just opened in Lawrenceville in October of 2012! What does your business do? We provide grooming for all breeds of dogs and cats holiday boarding, and small dog daycare (less than 25 lbs.) How many employees do you have? Two Why did you start your business? We saw that there was a definite need for our services in this area. We have a combined 30 years of grooming experience, and have always wanted to branch out on our own. With the re-branding of Sugarloaf Mills Mall and the holiday season upon us, there is a lack of pet grooming and daycare located …

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Restaurant Inspections

Restaurant Inspections: November 5

After scoring perfect scores twice in a row, one Lawrenceville, Ga. fast food restaurant scores a U.

The following are restaurant health inspection scores as reported by Gwinnett County: Subway #15871, 2380 Buford Drive Score: 97 A Inspection Date: November 5 Previous Score: 96 A (3/21/12), 93 A (8/8/11) Type of inspection: Routine Violations: 15A, Violation of Code: [.05(6)(a) ] Reachin cooler has condensation dripping from fan inside. Had person in charge add a pan to catch falling water and move sealed bags of cheese from underneath dripping water. Person in charge a part has been ordered to repair cooler. The cooler must be kept in good repair. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. 16B, Violation of Code: [.06(2)(r) ] Faucet at 3 compartment sink is leaking. Faucet must be maintained in good repair. New Violation. Dairy Queen, 611 Crogan …

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Restaurant Inspections

Restaurant Inspections: March 14

What score did Pura Enchilada get?

The following are restaurant health inspection scores as reported by Gwinnett County: Celebrate the Ocassion, Inc., 876 Winding Trail Score: 100 A Inspection Date: March 14 Type of inspection: Routine No Violations Pura Enchilada, 252 West Pike St. Score: 92 A Inspection Date: March 14 Type of inspection: Routine Violations: 2-2D, Violation of Code: [.07(3)(a) ] Soap dispenser empty at time of inspection. Hand sinks must be adequately supplied with hand soap, drying towels and hot water. Soap dispenser was re-filled during inspection. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Violation of Code: [.06(2)(o) ] Hand sink with pieces of chopped tomatoes at drain. Hand sinks should be used for hand washing only, no other use is permitted. Sink was …

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