JONESBORO, Clayton County

Whiskey BB Que

7587 HIGHWAY 85 JONESBORO, GA 30236

Food
Latest score
91
Feb 13, 2026
City
JONESBORO
County
Clayton
Inspections
8

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 13, 2026

Routine

Score: 913 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sanitizer bucket in the hand sink at the second bar. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be used for hand washing.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food uncovered (bacon, flour and corn meal) in the main kitchen. Advised PIC all foods shall be covered to protect against contamination.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed excessive debris/ build up on shelves in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation.

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

Score: 697 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed TCS foods cold holding in the walk in cooler (chicken, pasta, beef, shrimp) above 41F. Advised all TCS foods shall cold hold in the walk in cooler at 41F or below. COS: Products were discarded.

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed facility operating without a servsafe certificate posted. Advised PIC the certified food safety manager shall be posted in public view. COS: Servsafe posted.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink in the main kitchen blocked, Advised PIC hand sinks shall be accessible at all ties. COS: PIC removed cart from in front of sink.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand sink at the bar with a temperature between 81-64F. Advised PIC the minimum temperature of a hand sink shall be no less than 85F.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed black substance on the interior panel of the ice machine in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC cleaning shall be done at a frequency to minimize accumulation.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed small flies at the bar area. Advised PIC to contact a pest provider to control pest activity.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed walk in cooler with an ambient temperature of 50F. Advised OIC all equipment containing TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below. Advised to repair.

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

Score: 834 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed TCS foods (chicken, pasta, pork, brisket) cold holding in the walk in cooler above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black substance on the interior of the ice machine in the main kitchen. Advised to clean more frequently.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flies at the bar area. Advised PIC to contact pest control for service.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ambient temperature of the WIC at 43F. Advised PIC units containing TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. Advised to repair.

Dec 9, 2024

Routine

Score: 834 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods and raw pork stored next to raw chicken in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC all animals products shall be stored according to their final cook temperature. Advised to re-arrange shelves.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink in the kitchen area without soap. Advised PIC soap shall be available at hand sinks at all times. COS: Soap was provided.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed packaged fish stored in direct contact with water. Advised PIC Packaged foods shall not be stored in direct contact with water to prevent contamination. Advised to discard.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the 2nd bar. Advised to obtain signage for the hand sink.

Mar 20, 2024

Routine

Score: 877 violations

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

PIC could not demonstrate in a verifiable manner that food employees are/were informed of their responsibilities to report foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Advised PIC that an employee health agreement form and employee health policy shall be kept on file at the facility at all times.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(l) - handwashing sinks location/placement (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed, handwash sink at the bar area obstructed by 2 bottle caps. Advised PIC that all handwash sinks shall be maintained so it is easily accessible at all times.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food contact surfaces of 2 microwaves in the main kitchen and 2 ice bin lids at the bar area stored as cleaned with residue and debris. Advised PIC that equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of ice bin lids and microwaves.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple bowls, scoops, and lids stored as clean with old food debris and staining. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. Advised PIC that all to thoroughly wash, rinse, and sanitize bowls, scoops, and containers.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Also observed visible light entry at the bottom of the back door and the top and bottom of the front door. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Advised PIC to place a weatherstrip and sealant at back door and front door.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed, in the main kitchen, non-food contact surfaces of multiple trays, shelving utilized by utensil items, exterior bottles, exterior portions of containers, exterior portion of chest freezer, exterior portion of fryer, exterior portion of reach in cooler, exterior portion of oven, shelving at prep area, and storage rack utilized by glasses near bar area with excessive debris and residue. Advised PIC that all nonfood contact surfaces shall be clean and free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all non-food contact surfaces.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed excessive debris, staining and residue on the walls and ceiling tiles of facility. Advised PIC that physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean walls and ceilings of facility.

Sep 14, 2023

Followup

Score: 776 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed TCS foods cold holing above 41 degrees F. (shredded cheese, sliced cheese, salad mix, cabbage, cooked chicken, cooked ribs.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee eating while cooking in the kitchen. Advised PIC employees shall consume food in designated area.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(y) - outdoor cooking(p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee using a grill without a permanent overhead. Advised PIC when grilling a permanent overheat must be used.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple knives and microwave. Advised PIC to clean at all times.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Flies observed in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC that professional pest control shall come and service facility.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed reach in freezer and walk in cooler not in good repair. Advised PIC to have freezer and walk in cooler serviced. (repeat)

Sep 5, 2023

Followup

Score: 6610 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed raw chicken stored next to shrimp, rice and cooked ribs in the reach in cooler. Advised PIC to store raw animal products separate from RTE foods and according to their final cook temperature.

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

PIC is not displaying active managerial control at the facility. The PIC shall demonstrate to the health authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention. (food separation, CFSM, Date marking, holding of TCS foods, etc)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Certified food safety manager certificate not posted in public view of the customer. Advised PIC to place the certificate in view.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Hand washing cleanser was not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Paper towels were not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed TCS food items held over 24 hours without proper datemarking.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Flies observed in the walk-in cooler and the kitchen. Advised PIC that professional pest control shall come and service facility.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

PIC does not have the current inspection report posted. Advised PIC most current inspection shall be posted for public view.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

PIC does not have the current permit posted. Advised PIC current permit must be posted in public view.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed reach in freezer and walk in cooler not in good repair. The freezer is functioning as a reach in cooler. Advised PIC to have freezer and walk in cooler serviced.

Aug 23, 2023

Routine

Score: 5013 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw chicken stored next to RTE foods in the prep top. Observed raw eggs in the WIC stored above RTE foods in the WIC. Also, observed raw eggs stored above RTE foods in the reach in freezer. Advised PIC to store raw animal products separate from RTE foods.

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed raw chicken stored next to RTE foods in the prep top. Observed raw eggs in the WIC stored above RTE foods in the WIC. Also, observed raw eggs stored above RTE foods in the reach in freezer. Advised PIC to store raw animal products separate from RTE foods.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several foods stored in walk in cooler held above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall be held @ 41F or below. Advised to discard all TCS foods.

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(1)(a)-(c)1,4,5,6-14,15, 16 - demonstration of knowledge (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

PIC is not displaying active managerial control at the facility. The PIC shall demonstrate to the health authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention. (food separation, holding of TCS foods, consumer advisory, etc)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Certified food safety manager certificate not posted in public view of the customer. Advised PIC to place the certificate in view.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed chemical bottles stored @ bar unlabeled. Advised all chemical bottles shall be labeled.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Hand washing cleanser was not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Paper towels were not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed foods stored uncovered in prep top cooler. Advised PIC to keep all stored foods covered.

5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods

Regulation: 511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Lead cook stated burgers can be served raw or undercooked. Advised PIC consumer advisory is needed on menu. Consumer advisory includes reminder/ disclosure.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed can of raid stored on top of dish machine. Advised PIC that all pesticides shall be for restaurant use only and EPA approved. Advised to remove from facility.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Flies observed in walk in cooler and in kitchen. Advised PIC that professional pest control shall come and service facility. Advised to submit pest control records to shakendra.strafford1@dph.ga.gov

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed reach in freezer not in good repair. The freezer is functioning as a reach in cooler. Advised PIC to have the freezer serviced.