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Georgia South BBQ
102 - A MAIN ST , BARNESVILLE, GA 30204 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (August 6, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving menu & labeling and temperature control. This restaurant scored as low as 72 on June 26, 2024 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A94August 6, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving menu & labeling and temperature control.
Observed foods stored in the reach in freezer not labeled with the food common name. Food removed from its original packaging shall be labeled with the foods common name.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”Observed no thermometer on RIC and RIF. All cold holding units shall be supplied with thermometers, and they shall be easily accessible to ensure ambient temps are at proper temp.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)”A94December 9, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving food storage and facility upkeep.
Observed fish batter storage container not labeled. All food products removed from its original container shall be labeled with its common name.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed single use items being used as scoops. Proper scoop shall be provided and the handle shall be in an upright position to prevent contamination.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”Observed a few light fixtures with the bulb exposed. All lights in the food prep area shall have proper shielding to prevent contamination.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)”A93April 16, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving food storage.
Observed ribs in reach in cooler stored uncovered. All food shall be covered to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed plastic bowls being used as scoops. Proper scoops shall be used, and the handle shall be in an upright position to prevent contamination.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(f) - prohibitions; single service and single use articles (c)”C72June 26, 20249 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 4 of them critical, involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.
Raw beef next to lettuce and grapes in refrigerator. correct by having contaminated food thrown away and maintain proper separation.
−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 not enough sanitizing solutions in sanitizing bucket. correct by adding more sanitizer and testing for concentration.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Sausages in refrigerator did not bear a date mark or use by date. correct by having all food not consumed within 24hrs date marked.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed trash can lid left open and large crack on side. correct by having trash can replaced and training employees to keep lid closed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Ribs and other food store in refrigerator was not covered. correct by having food thrown away and place lid or plastic wrap to cover stored food.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed many wash clothes left on counters, hung on sinks and used to absorbed condensation. correct by having wash clothes put in laundry or submerged in sanitizing solution.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Food service permit not posted in public view when ordering. correct by having it moved so that it is visible when ordering.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”Observed heavy grease build up in fryer hood. lots of clutter throughout building. correct by deep cleaning throughout.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Missing ceiling tiles, lots of gaps and holes. breaker box cover missing. correct by having them repaired.
−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 085-02-FSVC-001534. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.