Fried Green Tomatoes

2806 Watson Blvd, Centerville, GA 31028

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Fried Green Tomatoes has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which Fried Green Tomatoes' 86 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed several containers of raw chicken leg quarters (44°F and 45°F) above 41°F stored inside the walk-in cooler. PIC states the food item was inside the unit since the previous day. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C). The items were discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Sep 23, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed liquid eggs stored above cut sweet potatoes and next to sliced tomatoes inside the walk-in cooler. Also observed raw beef directly on top of raw turkey wings. Corrected on Site (COS): PIC relocated the items to an appropriate area.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed baked macaroni and cheese (45°F) being stored above 41°F inside the walk-in cooler. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F. COS: PIC discarded the food item.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

May 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed shredded American cheese (45F) being stored above 41F inside the reach in cooler. Also observed raw pork chops (44F) being stored inside the walk in cooler. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F. Per the person in charge the food item was not out of the unit for any period of time. The food item was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Jan 28, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods below 135F at the front steam table: fried green tomatoes (124F), Pork Chop (122F), and chicken strips (117F). Per employee some of the food items were placed there over a hour. Temperature of the water inside the steam table is above 170F. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F or above. Recommended additional water to be added to steam table due to shallow pans being used. Person in charge discarded the foods.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

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

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) baked chicken leg (98F-100F), Pulled Pork (122F), and Grits (121F) being hot held at the heat lamp below 135F. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135F or above. Corrected on Site (COS): The Person in Charge removed the items from the heat lamp. The grits were discarded. The pulled pork (165F) and baked chicken (192F) were reheated to an appropriate temperature as the food items were placed under the heat lamp shortly before arrival.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed a food grade container of beef tips being thawed on the bottom shelf where dry materials are stored in the main kitchen. The Person in Charge (PIC) states the beef tips have been thawing for 30 minutes. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F, Completely submerged under running water at a water temperature of 70°F or below and does not allow the food to raise above 41F, Thawed in a microwave oven and immediately transferred to conventional cooking equipment, with no interruption in the process, or part of the cooking process. Corrected on Site: (COS) The person in Charge placed the food grade container in the walk in cooler to thaw.

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

Apr 23, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fried Green Tomatoes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fried Green Tomatoes on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fried Green Tomatoes?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Fried Green Tomatoes.

How does Fried Green Tomatoes compare to other restaurants in Centerville?

Fried Green Tomatoes most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Centerville average of 89.

Has Fried Green Tomatoes' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fried Green Tomatoes have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fried Green Tomatoes 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 Fried Green Tomatoes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fried Green Tomatoes is inspected around three times per year on average.

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