D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken

7841 Lem Turner Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32208

American

Last inspected: Jun 27, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show six inspections at D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 27, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited two times.

D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken's latest score of 67 falls below the Jacksonville average of 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 27, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler, butter (50F - Cold Holding); beans (51F - Cold Holding). Operator stated she has been in and out of cooler all day.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On shelf above triple sinks, bottle of quat tablets stored on shelf with styrofoam trays. Operator moved bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On shelf with styrofoam trays, personal protection on shelf. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink slow draining.

29-20-5

Jun 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2025

50-17-3

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife in handwash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Jun 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024.

50-17-3

Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Front counter near triple sink is cracked.

14-47-4

Sep 22, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Handles for two warmers are missing. Duct tape is being used to hold microwave button in place.

14-11-5

Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor on side of chest freezer near hand washing sink.

36-73-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil containers on shelf above prep area. Containers inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-06-4

Jun 2, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Mar 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In white reach in cooler, cooked potatoes and cooked macaroni and cheese 54F. Operator states that just had a dinner rush and were constantly in/out of cooler. Items moved to reach in freezer to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No written plan could be provided. Inspector emailed plan. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by trash can. Trash can moved. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling board hanging down in main prep area.

36-32-5

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee potatoes, cookies and donuts stored next to loaves of bread on shelf in prep area. Items removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Show all 6 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken on file is from Jun 27, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken.

How does D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, D and Gg BBQ Ribs and Chicken is inspected around three times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Ballas Caribbean Restaurant

1410 Palmdale St

Score: 43 — High Risk

Golden Eggroll

7412 Lem Turner Rd

Score: 25 — High Risk

Mak Seafood

9343 Lem Turner Rd

Score: 50 — High Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Jacksonville → American restaurants in Florida → American restaurants in Jacksonville