BBQ Corner 2

5150 Buford Hwy, Doraville, GA 30340
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at BBQ Corner 2 is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent visit was on Mar 16, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.

Looking across the full record, “proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Doraville restaurant, which scores around 80. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wash hands while wearing a single-use glove on left hand. COS: Employee removed single-use glove and re-washed hands. CA: 1. If used, single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. P
511-6-1.04(4)(n)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed CFSM certificate expired from 7/2025. CA: All licenses, certificates, diplomas, or other similar credentials issued or granted to an owner or operator who has successfully completed an approved or accredited food safety certification course and exam shall expire on the expiration date determined by the credentialing organization. Within ninety days of the expiration of the CFSM certificate, the CFSM shall enroll in an approved food safety training course, pass an approved exam and obtain a new certificate.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed employee eating in the prep area of the main kitchen. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Food employee stopped eating in the main kitchen.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
74
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the blade of the knife stored between two prep top coolers that are soiled on the both sides of the equipment. COS: Knife was relocated to be cleaned and sanitized. Advised to not store any knives between coolers. CA:Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: At any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed more than 4 containers of cooked TCS food items cold holding without date marking. TCS food items include cooked beef, chicken, shrimp and shrimp in both the walk in cooler and prep coolers. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 4 through 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food service establishment and if the food is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days after the original container is opened. The day the original container is opened in...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed gaps at the bottom of the door opening to directly to the exterior. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed employee eating in the prep area of the main kitchen. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Food employee stopped eating in the main kitchen and returned to work.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed several bulk containers with cut produce (Onion, cut lettuce, cut broccoli) stored uncovered on sides and top. Advised to store the food in covered containers or wrapped containers. CA: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;
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was BBQ Corner 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at BBQ Corner 2 on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at BBQ Corner 2?

Across the inspection record, “proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at BBQ Corner 2.

How does BBQ Corner 2 compare to other restaurants in Doraville?

BBQ Corner 2 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Doraville average of 80.

Has BBQ Corner 2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at BBQ Corner 2 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at BBQ Corner 2 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.