BBQ Express

856 Ga Hwy 100 S, Tallapoosa, GA 30176

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at BBQ Express stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 14, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about four violations before that.

Looking across the full record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Tallapoosa restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed drink stored on food prep surface. CA: Manager removed drink and placed in employee area.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw ground beef stored above raw pork in walk in cooler. Observed raw bacon stored above chipotle sauce in prep top cooler. Raw meats must be stored according to cook temperature, with raw pork above raw beef. Raw meats must not be stored above ready to eat items. CA: Foods did not appear to be contaminated. PIC moved pork to be above beef and placed raw bacon in prep top cooler on the bottom shelf.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in smokehouse with three containers of cleaning agents stored in it. The handwashing sink must be accessible at all times. CA: PIC will remove cleaning products from handwashing sink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed broken plastic bin in freezer storing chicken wings. Food storage bins must be easily cleanable and kept in good repair as to not contaminate foods. CA: PIC will discard bin and replaced it with a new one.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed unlabeled spray bottle containing a degreaser. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. CA: PIC labeled spray bottle with common name.

511-6-1.07(6)(b)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two open gallons of milk stored in the walk in cooler without date markings. CA: PIC discarded foods.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed several employees cooking and prepping food without wearing proper hair restraints. CA: PIC will purchase hats or hair nets for employees to use in kitchen.

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

14D - gloves used properly

Inspector notes: Observed employees change gloves without washing hands between glove changes. CA: All employees must wash their hands before putting on a new pair of gloves.

511-6-1.04(4)(n)

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed leaking sink faucet next to dish machine. CA: PIC has put in a work order for the faucet.

511-6-1.06(2)(r)

Jul 12, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed debris buildup in ice machine. CA: PIC will have ice machine cleaned frequently to prevent buildup of dirt and debris.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels or toilet paper in employee bathroom. CA: PIC put toilet paper and paper towels in the bathroom.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed ice bucket with duct tape covering holes. CA: PIC will replace ice bucket.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

Jan 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sauce in walk-in cooler with a date mark exceeding 7 days. CA: PIC discarded food.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed milk and cottage cheese in walk-in cooler without a date marking. CA: PIC determined that both items had been opened that day and date marked items.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed employee drink and ice cream stored in walk-in freezer. CA: PIC will designate an area for employee food and drinks that is separate from foods served in the restaurant.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed boxes of pork in walk-in freezer stored on the floor. CA: PIC will store foods at least 6" above the floor to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was BBQ Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at BBQ Express on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at BBQ Express?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at BBQ Express.

How does BBQ Express compare to other restaurants in Tallapoosa?

BBQ Express most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tallapoosa average of 94.

Has BBQ Express' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at BBQ Express have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at BBQ Express means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is BBQ Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, BBQ Express is inspected around two times per year on average.

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