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Whiskey BB Que
7587 HIGHWAY 85 , JONESBORO, GA 30236 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on February 3, 2026, scoring 69/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 71. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (September 1, 2026): no individual violations are recorded in the published data.
Inspection history
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C71September 1, 2026No violations recorded
No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.
This inspection deducted 29 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
A91February 13, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed sanitizer bucket in the hand sink at the second bar. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be used for hand washing.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed food uncovered (bacon, flour and corn meal) in the main kitchen. Advised PIC all foods shall be covered to protect against contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed excessive debris/ build up on shelves in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”U69February 3, 20267 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 6 of them critical, involving temperature control, management & training and handwashing & hygiene.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed facility operating without a servsafe certificate posted. Advised PIC the certified food safety manager shall be posted in public view. COS: Servsafe posted.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”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 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed small flies at the bar area. Advised PIC to contact a pest provider to control pest activity.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”B83June 4, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed black substance on the interior of the ice machine in the main kitchen. Advised to clean more frequently.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed flies at the bar area. Advised PIC to contact pest control for service.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed ambient temperature of the WIC at 43F. Advised PIC units containing TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. Advised to repair.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”B83December 9, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage and handwashing & hygiene.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”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.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)”No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the 2nd bar. Advised to obtain signage for the hand sink.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)”B87March 20, 20247 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, employee health and handwashing & hygiene.
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 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”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 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(l) - handwashing sinks location/placement (pf)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”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.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “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)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “null”C77September 14, 20236 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed TCS foods cold holing above 41 degrees F. (shredded cheese, sliced cheese, salad mix, cabbage, cooked chicken, cooked ribs.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed employee using a grill without a permanent overhead. Advised PIC when grilling a permanent overheat must be used.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(y) - outdoor cooking(p,pf)”Observed food contact surfaces of multiple knives and microwave. Advised PIC to clean at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Flies observed in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC that professional pest control shall come and service facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed employee eating while cooking in the kitchen. Advised PIC employees shall consume food in designated area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed reach in freezer and walk in cooler not in good repair. Advised PIC to have freezer and walk in cooler serviced. (repeat).
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”U66September 5, 202310 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 7 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and management & training.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”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).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Certified food safety manager certificate not posted in public view of the customer. Advised PIC to place the certificate in view.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”Hand washing cleanser was not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Paper towels were not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed TCS food items held over 24 hours without proper datemarking.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Flies observed in the walk-in cooler and the kitchen. Advised PIC that professional pest control shall come and service facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”PIC does not have the current inspection report posted. Advised PIC most current inspection shall be posted for public view.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”PIC does not have the current permit posted. Advised PIC current permit must be posted in public view.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”U50August 23, 202312 violations
Inspectors recorded 12 violations, 9 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and chemical safety.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)”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).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(1)(a)-(c)1,4,5,6-14,15, 16 - demonstration of knowledge (pf)”Certified food safety manager certificate not posted in public view of the customer. Advised PIC to place the certificate in view.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”Hand washing cleanser was not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Paper towels were not available at the hand sink at the bar. Advised PIC to ensure sinks are supplied at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed chemical bottles stored @ bar unlabeled. Advised all chemical bottles shall be labeled.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”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.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed foods stored uncovered in prep top cooler. Advised PIC to keep all stored foods covered.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Lead cook stated burgers can be served raw or undercooked. Advised PIC consumer advisory is needed on menu. Consumer advisory includes reminder/ disclosure.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”Observed reach in freezer not in good repair. The freezer is functioning as a reach in cooler. Advised PIC to have the freezer serviced.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-031-001533. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.