Dj's Family Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
45
Score
Dj's Family Kitchen appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2025. The most recent report on file is from Feb 20, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to nine violations.
“Personal cleanliness” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Rockmart facility scores 85, putting Dj's Family Kitchen on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
5
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed to-go containers of coleslaw with no datemarking. PIC stated they were from last Friday. CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days or is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day. COS: PIC discarded coleslaw containers as 7 days were exceeded.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles containing disinfecting store hanging above clean equipment. CA: Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. COS: Spray bottles were moved over so they were not above clean equipment.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 containers of store-bought coleslaw with an expiration date of with 12/19/2025 in reach in cooler in main kitchen area. CA: Time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. COS: PIC discarded containers of coleslaw.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles of clear liquid substance handing on wire shelf in main kitchen. PIC stated they were disinfectant. CA: Working containers used for storing toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. COS: PIC relabeled with common name.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation of grease and debris on floors around grill and fryers. CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Health dept to check back once deep cleaning is done. *3/23/26 UPDATE: Facility was deep cleaned.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the initial inspection report posted in compliance (hung on wall) but display of most current inspection report not (sitting on table). CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Health dept. to check back by correct by date *3/23/26 UPDATE: Most recent inspection report was posted in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops stored in dry flour and batter mix with their handles in the product. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. COS: Scoops were stored with their handles up.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee cellphone on prep top surface in main kitchen. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: Employee removed cellphone.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed hood vents above grill and fryer with a heavy accumulation of dust and grease buildup. CA: Ventilation hood systems and devices shall be sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls and ceilings. Health dept. to check back once deep cleaning/service is done. *3/20/26 UPDATE: Hood vents filters were deep cleaned.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
45
Dec 5, 2025
Followup
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee working in the lobby, enter the kitchen and begin preparing food without washing hands. CA: PIC must ensure employees know when to wash COS: Employee washed hands properly
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked vegetables not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above/mashed potatoes on buffet unit 114 F. CA: PIC must ensure cooked vegetables are held at 135 or above COS: Mashed potatoes were reheated to 177F and placed back on hot holding
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed macaroni (on counter in bowl of water)and shrimp( placed in food prep sink sitting in original bag) thawing. CA: PIC must ensure proper thawing method is used. COS:Shrimp was removed and placed in refrigerator to thaw Mac and cheese discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food service employees wearing more than one plain band on hands and wrists COS jewelry was removed
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed current inspection being posted for viewing after I started my inspection. CA: PIC must ensure current inspection is posted where customers can view it and get within 1 ft of it
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
14D - gloves used properly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee remove disposable gloves place on counter start preparing food and then put used gloves back on CA:PIC must ensure disposable gloves are not reused COS: gloves were discarded
511-6-1.04(4)(n)
61
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food service employee handle money in lobby, re-enter kitchen, and prepare food without washing hands when reentering the kitchen PIC must ensure employees know when to wash their hands COS: employee washed hands properly
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat food, and raw shrimp and fish stored under raw ground beef PIC must ensure foods are stored according to their cook temperature COS foods were rearranged in reach in cooler
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC must ensure thermometer is calibrated properly COS remvied from service and checked other thermometer
511-6-1.05(2)(k)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food containers stored on the floor. PIC must ensure all food items are stored 6 inches off the floor or are on wheels COS food was moved
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food service employees wearing more than one plain band on hands and wrists COS jewelry was removed
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloth stored on food prep table PIC must ensure wet clothes are stored in sanitizer between use COS cloth was placed in sanitizer
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
58
Sep 12, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100
Feb 24, 2025
Initial
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back exterior door with daylight visible around edge/ Must seal completely
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dj's Family Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dj's Family Kitchen on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dj's Family Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dj's Family Kitchen.
How does Dj's Family Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Rockmart?
Dj's Family Kitchen most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Rockmart average of 85.
Has Dj's Family Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Dj's Family Kitchen have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dj's Family Kitchen means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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