Big Joe's Grille

1329 Bullsboro Dr, Newnan, GA 30265

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Big Joe's Grille, the earliest from 2024. On Apr 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Newnan sits at 86, putting Big Joe's Grille on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 24, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed black mold-like buildup on multiple soda nozzles at the drive-thru soda machine. Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a rate to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Observe unlabeled chemical bottle in chemical storage, discarded during inspection.

511-6-1.07(6)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed refillable cup stored on food contact surface.

511-6-1.04(4)(p)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed food containers wet stacked on dry dish rack.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw hamburger meat stored with whole muscle lamb in liquid and raw hamburger meat touching whole muscle beef. Whole muscle meats discarded during inspection and raw hamburger meat moved to clean pan.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed chemical sanitizer at bar and in kitchen above maximum ppm. Sanitizing solution remade during inspection.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed food in the handwashing sink at the bar, observed employee use handwashing sink for activities other than washing hands and bar handwashing sink and kitchen handwashing sink. Instruct employees that handwashing sinks are for handwashing only.

511-6-1-.03(5)(d)

Nov 4, 2024

Initial

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed milk wash stored on prep top surface at 67F and half-and-half in reach-in cooler stored at 51F. Cold holding for safety control should be held at 41F or below. Items discarded during inspection.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer in main kitchen stored above maximum concentration. Sanitizer remade during inspection.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

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

Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provisions at handwash sink in bar area. Paper towels provided during inspection.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

11C - approved thawing methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed reduced oxygen fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be removed from reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing, still sealed and fully thawed. Items discarded and process addressed by PIC.

2-1C - no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chef using bare hands to transfer ready-to-eat foods without first washing hands. Discussed using tongs or gloves for ready-to-eat food.

511-6-1.04(4)(a)

May 6, 2024

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple prepared food items without date labels in reach-in coolers. PIC added date labels.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometer needed inside reach-in cooler in main kitchen and bar area.

511-6-1.05

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee backpack and apron hung on metal shelf with clean dishes in main kitchen and employee wallet stored with food items in bar area. Employee items relocated during inspection.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

11C - approved thawing methods used (corrected on site)

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Joe's Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Joe's Grille on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Big Joe's Grille?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Joe's Grille.

How does Big Joe's Grille compare to other restaurants in Newnan?

Big Joe's Grille most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Newnan average of 86.

Has Big Joe's Grille's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Big Joe's Grille have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Joe's Grille 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 Big Joe's Grille inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Joe's Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.

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