J and J BBQ

2215 Franklin Pkwy, Franklin, GA 30217

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Dec 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at J and J BBQ is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

J and J BBQ scores about where you'd expect for a Franklin restaurant. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 24, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Hand wash sink missing or inadequate. Provide as required by code: 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, a food service establishment shall provide, a number of handwashing sinks necessary for convenient use by employees in areas specified under subsection (2)(l) of this Rule, and not fewer than one handwashing sink or fewer number of handwashing sinks required by law. Pf

511-6-1.06(2)(g)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed to go window and two doors to kitchen open. CA: provide 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens;

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

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

Inspector notes: Observed rusty walk in cooler and flaking countertop. Replace damaged surfaces. Code requires: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.

511-6-1.05(2)(h)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed walls and floors of walk in cooler and kitchen in need of resurface, replacing and or repair. Floors and walls should be properly designed and built, so as to be easy to clean, and maintain.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Feb 28, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed weathering (Rust) on outdoor cooler surfaces. Violation Code Reference

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed walls and floors in need of resurface, replacing and or repair. Floors and walls should be properly designed and built, so as to be easy to clean, and maintain.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was J and J BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J and J BBQ on file is from Dec 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does J and J BBQ compare to other restaurants in Franklin?

J and J BBQ most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Franklin average of 78.

Has J and J BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at J and J BBQ have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J and J BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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