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Tookes Country BBQ
6012 42 HWY , REX, GA 30273 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (October 7, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving menu & labeling. This restaurant scored as low as 75 on April 17, 2025 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A90October 7, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving menu & labeling.
Observed on breakfast menu eggs that can be served raw or undercooked with no consumer advisory and no disclosure statement. Discussed to update menu or post signage for customers.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”Observed no written customer notification of possible presence of major food allergen for customers. Discussed to correct/post.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”Observed single use food containers being re-used in facility. Discussed to discard and obtain food grade containers that can be re-used.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”C77September 3, 202610 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 4 of them critical, involving plumbing & water, management & training and temperature control.
Observed hot water faucet handle missing on prep sink. Observed plumbing leak at faucet of prep sink when water is running. Discussed to repair.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed facility with no employee food allergen training. Discussed to obtain and train.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Observed the certified food safety manager certificate expired.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”Observed TCS foods (cooked ribs, cooked rib tips, cooked chopped pork) held over 24 hrs with no date marking. Discussed creating a date marking system.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed no written customer notification for food allergen presence. Discussed to obtain and post.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”Observed cobwebs hanging from ceilings and vent throughout the kitchen area.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”Observed insect control devices hanging from ceiling throughout the kitchen prep areas.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)”Observed several single use containers being re-used. Discussed discarding and obtaining food grade food storage containers.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”Observed excessive grease build up on shelves in the kitchen. Discussed deep cleaning.
−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 grease accumulation on the floors, walls and ceilings throughout kitchen and food storage areas.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”A92January 16, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed TCS foods held over 24 hours without proper dates on the packages. Advised to date.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed inoperable equipment throughout the kitchen area. Advised all equipment shall be maintained and in good repair.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed excessive debris and grease accumulation on shelves and in between equipment. Advised to clean thoroughly.
−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 stains on floors walls and ceiling. Advised PIC facilities shall be maintained at all times. Advised to clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”A96May 14, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving plumbing & water, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Observed hot water not available at the prep sink. Advised to repair.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)”Observed chest freezer in disrepair. Advised to repair.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed shelves with excessive debris. Advised to clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed walls with food splatter in the kitchen and floors underneath equipment with debris. Advised to clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”C75April 17, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and chemical safety.
Observed TCS food (mac n cheese) not cold holding at 41F or below. COS- food items were moved.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed on shelf food pan spray stored next to disinfectant spray. COS- disinfectant spray was removed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed medicine stored on shelf above seasoning. Advised to relocate.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(o) - medicines, restriction & storage (p, pf)”Observed stool chair and speaker blocking the hand sink. COS- items were removed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed TCS food (chopped pork, brunswick stew, ribs) held over 24 hrs without date marking.
−4 points · Cited as “null”B84September 19, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, management & training and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed heavy black build up on steam well. Advised PIC all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned every 24 hours.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”PIC could not provide conditional employee agreement forms. Advised PIC forms shall be kept on file and available @ time of inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)”Hand sink obstructed by fan. Advised PIC hand sink shall be easily accessible @ all times. COS-fan was removed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed rib tips, chicken, chop pork prepared on Tuesday not date marked. Advised all TCS foods held longer than 24 hours shall be date marked & held for 7 days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed sweet potato pie in freezer uncovered. Advised all food shall be stored covered.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed heavy build up on walls in prep area. Advised to clean walls.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”B85March 14, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 3 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and pest control.
PIC is using bleach that is not EPA approved. Advised PIC to use approved bleach that is verified by the EPA.COS: PIC purchased correct bleach during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed TCS food items held over 24 hours without proper date marking (cooked ribs, mac n cheese, pulled pork) Advised PIC to properly label all TCS foods. Advised to discard.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”Observed facility re-using single use containers. Advised PIC to only use single use containers once and purchase reusable containers.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(j) - single-service and single-use articles, safe and clean (p, c)”Observed dead insect on the floor in main kitchen area and remove hanging fly traps. Advised PIC pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”Observed light entry to back door. Advised PIC to repair.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed floors, walls, and ceilings with encrusted build up on the surfaces. Advised PIC all surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to prevent accumulation.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (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 031-1190. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.