J & J Fish & Chicken
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
90
Score
J & J Fish & Chicken has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on May 1, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to the broader Decatur restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed hood, floor of reach in freezer and gaskets of reach in cooler at front food service unclean to sight and touch. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floor (stairwell and beneath bulk flour pan by walk in freezer), walls (door by fryers), ceiling (by fryers) unclean to sight and touch. Also observed pitted tiles in front and beneath 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.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
90
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed expired CFSM certification posted for public view. CA.. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. Correct within 30days.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed several pans, stored as clean, with water residual. CA allow dishes to air dry prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed storage rack by ice machine with build up of grease and debris. CA. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floor (by ice machine, stairwell and upstairs storage area), walls (door by fryers), ceiling (by fryers) unclean to sight and touch. CA. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinking from plastic water bottle in main kitchen. CA. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
74
May 5, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed expired CFSM certification posted for public view. CA.. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. Correct within 30days.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes in seasons stored directly on floor in dry storage area. CA… , food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up on condensation inside Reach in freezer. PIC advised to defrost and clean RIF. CA… 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)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard on floor in front fryers being used to absorb splashing oil. Non Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS cardboard was removed.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
78
Oct 22, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees with hair longer than 1/2 inch without hair restraint while handling food. COS employees donned hair net.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoop used to dispense sugar in bulk container with handle touching food. COS Scoop was removed.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard on floor in front fryers being used to absorb splashing oil. Non Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS cardboard was removed.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
86
Mar 12, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (shrimp, chicken gizzards) cooling in covered tubs and stacked inside reach in cooler. COS tubs moved to freezer for rapid cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee with hair longer than 1/2 inch without hair restraint while handling food. COS employee donned hair net.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket with sanitizing solution exceeding 200ppm chlorine. COS Sanitizer solution was remade with a reading of 100ppm chlorine
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report posted on the wall behind the counter where it is not accessible to patrons. 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was J & J Fish & Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J & J Fish & Chicken on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J & J Fish & Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at J & J Fish & Chicken.
How does J & J Fish & Chicken compare to other restaurants in Decatur?
J & J Fish & Chicken most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Decatur average of 86.
Has J & J Fish & Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at J & J Fish & Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at J & J Fish & Chicken 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 J & J Fish & Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, J & J Fish & Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.
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