It's About South Kitchens
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
82
Score
It's About South Kitchens appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cooling methods used” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Among Jonesboro restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection report no posted in public view. Advised PIC that the most recent inspection report must be posted in public view at all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed 2025 permit posted in public view. Advised PIC a current Food Service Establishment permit shall be posted in public view. Advised PIC to obtain the 2026 Food Service permit and post in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in RIC 1, raw chicken wings, raw pork chop and raw chicken tenderloin cooling tightly covered. Also observed in RIC 2 multiple containers on black eyed peas and cooked rights cooling tightly covered. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods: under refrigeration uncovered or loosely covered. COS: PIC uncovered all items for proper cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed exterior of fryer baskets, nonfood contact surfaces, stored as clean with excessive debris. Also observed nonfood contact surfaces of the in interior of PTC and RIC 1 in need of cleaning due to excessive food debris and residue. Advised PIC that nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned and free from residue, debris, and dust. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all nonfood contact surfaces.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
82
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee pick used glove off of the floor then proceeded to don new gloves without washing hands in-between near the fryer prep area. Also observed another food employee touch face with gloves then proceeded to don new gloves without washing hands in-between. Advised PIC food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles P and before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS: Both food employees removed new pair of gloves and washed hands properly at the designated hand sink.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed the most recent inspection report not posted in public view. Advised PIC that the most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view at all times. Advised PIC to post the most recent inspection report in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observedn staining and debris on the interior and exterior of portion of nonfood contact surfaces of multiple reach in coolers, a reach in freezer, and prep top cooler. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all nonfood contact surfaces listed.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed, on the prep table, sweet potato and fried whiting cooling at room temperature. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. Advised PIC to place sweet potato and fried whiting in the cooler for proper cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
74
Oct 22, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee touch nose with bare hands and then proceed to handle clean metal lids without hand washing in-between. Also, observed food employee touch glasses and proceed to handle container of peach glaze. Advised PIC Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. COS: Had food employees cease activities and wash hands.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wash hands at handsink for less than 20 seconds. Advised PIC food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms, for at least 20 seconds. COS: Had food employee properly wash hands for 20 seconds.
511-6-1.03(5)(b)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy in a verifiable manner at time of inspection, upon request. Advised PIC food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon Arrival, Observed no paper towels at handsink. Advised PIC each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels. COS: PIC placed paper towels at handsink.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed glasses and cell phones stored on prep table near 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided and used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
511-6-1.07(3)(h)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of raw shrimp and raw flounder cooling tightly covered inside reach-in-cooler. Advised PIC cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: PIC removed lids from tightly covered items.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed stains and debris on exterior portion of multiple shelving units storing clean utensils, and black bins for dry goods. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
52
May 15, 2024
Initial
1 major violation.
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1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No CFSM certificate posted. Advised PIC CFSM certificate shall be posted for public view.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was It's About South Kitchens last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at It's About South Kitchens on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at It's About South Kitchens?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at It's About South Kitchens.
How does It's About South Kitchens compare to other restaurants in Jonesboro?
It's About South Kitchens most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Jonesboro average of 85.
Has It's About South Kitchens' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at It's About South Kitchens have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at It's About South Kitchens 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 It's About South Kitchens inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, It's About South Kitchens is inspected around two times per year on average.
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