DARIEN, Glynn County

B & J's Family Restaurant

901 NORTHWAY DARIEN, GA 31305

Food

Latest score

Oct 7, 2025

City

DARIEN

County

Glynn

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Oct 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 873 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed TCS foods in walk-in cooler, prep-top cooler, and salad bar above 41 deg F. COS: Compromised TCS foods were discarded. CA: Seek repairs / temperature adjustment. Ensure units are properly closed when not in use.

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food in walk-in cooler not stored covered. COS: Food was properly covered. CA: Ensure all food is stored covered.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food contact surface of microwave with food debris build-up. COS: Food contact surface of microwave was cleaned. CA: Clean food contact surfaces often enough to prevent build-up.

Feb 14, 2025

Followup

Score: 991 violation

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed plates in main kitchen in food plating area stored on top shelf, subject to potential vertical contamination. CA: Store plates upside down or wrap top plate to protect from vertical contamination from dust and debris.

Jan 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 932 violations

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4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food in walk-in cooler and food in food prep area not stored covered. COS: Food was properly covered. CA: Ensure all food is stored properly covered.

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed water bottles being stored in ice machine. COS: Water bottles were removed. CA: Do not store items in ice machines where the ice is used as an ingredient.

Jun 11, 2024

Routine

Score: 863 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed TCS food items in walk-in cooler and salad bar (front food service) above 41F at the time of this inspection. COS: Food prepared less than 4 hours prior moved to freezer to cool, the rest was discarded. CA: Seek repairs on units so TCS foods are maintained 41F or below.

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 main kitchen area not supplied with hand soap at the time of this inspection. COS: Soap was placed at hand sink. CA: Ensure all hand wash sinks are properly supplied at all times.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing hood vent filters in main kitchen at the time of this inspection. CA: Seek repairs to ensure proper removal of grease vapors.

Oct 2, 2023

Routine

Score: 895 violations

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4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food stored in walk-in cooler store uncovered at the time of this inspection. COS: Food was covered. CA: Take steps to ensure food is stored covered.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed potatoes stored on floor in back room at the time of this inspection. COS: Potatoes were elevated. CA: Ensure food items are at least 6" off floor.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed fly activity in food prep area near back door at the time of this inspection. CA: Work with pest control to prevent pest activity.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed grease build up on air duct in main kitchen at the time of this inspection. CA: Take steps to prevent/reduce grease buildup. Clean more frequently.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing hood vent filter above frier at the time of this inspection. CA: Replace missing hood vent filter.