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Scott's Bar-B-Que Inc.
425 GA HIGHWAY 87 N , COCHRAN, GA 31014 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (August 31, 2026): Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Inspection history
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B88August 31, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
PIC could not provide written procedure for vomiting and diarrheal clean up.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Observed hamburger patties sitting in reach in cooler without covering over the top. Observed banana pudding sitting in reach in cooler without covering over top. CA:Food shall be protected from cross contamination and stored covered, except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. Hamburger patties and banana pudding covered during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Scoop observed stored in sugar with handle touching the food product.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Grease build up on floor behind and around grill and fryers in main kitchen.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”A98February 23, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving food-safety requirements.
Scoop observed stored in chili with the handle in the food product.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Outside cooking area has a buildup of dirt, leaves and bark from wood being burned.
−1 point · Cited as “null”A90August 27, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Multiple items (green beans, hams, and ribs) observed in multiple locations (the reach in cooler in the middle prep area and the cooler for smoked meats near the rear) not utilizing proper cooling methods and would not have reached the proper milestones in the cooling process without EH intervention. Meats being cooled stored as whole muscles (after cooking) and then piled in large deep pans in a crowded fashion not allowing for the meat to cool properly. Green beans being boiled and then allowed to "cool some" before placing in the reach in cooler with other products being cold held.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Bag of hot dogs and a box of sliced bacon stored without any over head protection on top of it.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed the doors and walls of the reach in coolers covered in a dark mold-like substance on parts and especially around the seals of the doors.
−1 point · Cited as “null”A93March 24, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
No thermometer on the interior of the walk in cooler to show the ambient temperature inside.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)”Food items observed with lids, bags, and containers open with no overhead protection to prevent cross contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”A91September 16, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Cut vegetables and cheese in the burger station out of temperature, all above 50F. Cold hold items being cold held must be maintained at 41F or below. Suggest better methods for keeping items cold, use ice instead of ice packs. COS: Cheese plae in fridge, tomato and lettuce discarded.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed burgers hot holding on the grill, a thick folding of aluminum foil between the burgers and the grill. Burgers were out of temperature at 111F. TCS food being hot held shall be maintained at a temperature of 135F. COS: Burgers reheated to well over 165F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”B83March 6, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed brown gravy being hot held on the stove top in the kitchen at 109 degrees F. TCS food being hot held must be maintained at a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher. COS: gravy had been out for less than an hour and was reheated to 169 degrees F before reserving.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed buildup of mold/dust-like substance on the walls and chute of the ice machine. Food contact surfaces, like the interior of an ice machine, shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to eliminate any buildup of residue.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed an employee eating a plate of barbecue on the main prep counter/table in the kitchen. Employees shall consume food only in approved area separate from food prep and serving area. COS: Employee removed from area and counter top sanitized.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (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 12047. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.