Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen

3358 Highway 155 South, Locust Grove, GA 30248

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Locust Grove average 78, so Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

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

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16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed low water pressure in the three compartment sink. PIC will contact a licensed plumber to have the water pressure repaired by 01/15/26.

511-6-1.06(1)(g)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket containing wiping clothes concentration exceeded the manufactures requirement of 50-100 ppm. The chemical test strips were observed at approximately 200 ppm or more. PIC corrected on site. Once corrected the sanitizer was observed at 50 ppm

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed the small deep freezer with an accumulation of old food and thick ice build up. Please defrost and clean the deep freezer. Also, observed the exterior handles of the fryer baskets in need of a deep cleaning due to an accumulation of old grease.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed (2) lights out underneath the ventilation hood system. PIC stated that he thinks the light's connection have a shortage. Please service the system to ensure adequate lights in the food preparation area.

511-6-1.07(3)(f)

Nov 15, 2024

Routine

8 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed the frying baskets in the deep fryer with an excessive amount of build-up on them from the oil. Advised PIC to clean the frying baskets daily to avoid an accumulation of old grease build-up.

511-6-1.05(7)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed the bottom of the shelf in the dishwashing room in need of cleaning then sealed or painted to remove the rust accumulation.

511-6-1.05(2)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed the stove, grill (not in use), and the back of the deep fryer in the kitchen with a heavy build-up of old food accumulation. These areas will need to be cleaned daily to ensure good retail practice.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed the handwashing sink in need of cleaning due to a black mold-liken substance in the crevices.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed the baby changing table in the men's restroom in need of cleaning due to a brown substance on it. Make sure the baby changing station is cleaned regularly.

511-6-1.07(5)(h)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed the walls underneath the 3-compartment sink in need of cleaning. Also, observed the floors wet in the dish area. Make sure to keep the floors dry.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed the ventilation hood system over the stove and the fryer with a thick accumulation. The ventilation system will need to ne cleaned.

511-6-1.07(2)(j)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed (1) light out under the ventilation hood system.

511-6-1.07(3)(f)

May 9, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed the stove in the kitchen with a heavy build-up of old food accumulation.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed the walls in the kitchen with a brown/yellowish stain please clean the walls.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed the ventilation hood system over the stove and the fryer with a debris. Please have the ventilation hood system cleaned as soon as possible.

511-6-1.05(2)(j)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed the AC vents above the dry storage and in the hallways near the walk in cooler in need of cleaning due to dust debris.

511-6-1.07(2)(j)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen.

How does Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Locust Grove?

Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Locust Grove average of 78.

Has Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen 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 Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cj Kids Soul Food and BBQ Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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