Jefferson's (Adairsville)
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Jefferson's (Adairsville), the earliest from 2024. On Jan 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average sits at 90, which Jefferson's (Adairsville)'s 67 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pitcher of salsa dated for disposition 1/27/26 stored in RIC. CA: All TCS foods must be discarded after the 7 day date marking disposition date. COS: PIC discarded salsa.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pitcher of salsa dated for disposition 1/27/26 stored in RIC. CA: All TCS foods must be discarded after the 7 day date marking disposition date. COS: PIC discarded salsa.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pan of bacon bits and bacon stored by grill uncovered. CA: All unpackaged foods must remain covered while not in use in order to prevent potential contamination. COS: PIC covered pans.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored on top shelf of clean dish rack in dish pit. CA: All employee personal items must be stored in order to prevent potential contamination of food or equipment. COS: PIC discarded employee drink.
67
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoop stored in bulk flour container with scoop handle in contact with food product. CA: Utensils should be stored to prevent potential contamination during pauses in use COS: CFSM fixed scoop and showed employee how to store it
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
95
Mar 24, 2025
Routine
6 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 that the facility was cooling items by placing them into a small single-door prep top and that the items had lids on them. COS. Lids removed and items placed into the walk-in to facilitate cooling. CA: Proper cooling methods shall be used to facilitate cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter. COS. Placed into sanitizer solution. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be placed into sanitizer solution at the appropriate concentration between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on the inside of equipment, particularly at the bar coolers. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed that the floor of the upstairs dry storage area was unsealed wood. CA: Food areas shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and nonporous.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on floors, particularly in the walk-in's. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee belongings stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
74
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken poured into a bowl stored on the floor, then bowl was moved to the prep counter to stock the prep cooler. CA: PIC instructed employee that food prep must be done on prep counters. Bowl was moved to the dish area and counter top was sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet sanitizer cloths not hanging out of the sani buckets. CA: PIC placed the sani rags in the buckets so they are fully submerged.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee handling food while wearing a watch. CA: Discussed with PIC. Any employee handling food will remove any jewelry on wrist prior to hand washing.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
82
Aug 19, 2024
Routine
6 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 that the facility was cooling items by placing them into a small single-door prep top and that the items had lids on them. COS. Lids removed and items placed into the walk-in to facilitate cooling. CA: Proper cooling methods shall be used to facilitate cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter. COS. Placed into sanitizer solution. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be placed into sanitizer solution at the appropriate concentration between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on the inside of equipment, particularly at the bar coolers. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed that the floor of the upstairs dry storage area was unsealed wood. CA: Food areas shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and nonporous.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on floors, particularly in the walk-in's. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee belongings stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
74
Feb 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Additional cleaning is needed of the hood vent and filters to remove dust and grease build up.
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: All facilities must be free from insects. Flies noted in kitchen. Continue to use approved pest prevention to remove flies from kitchen and prevent entry.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
90
Jan 12, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jefferson's (Adairsville) last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jefferson's (Adairsville) on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jefferson's (Adairsville)?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jefferson's (Adairsville).
How does Jefferson's (Adairsville) compare to other restaurants in Adairsville?
Jefferson's (Adairsville) most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Adairsville average of 90.
Has Jefferson's (Adairsville)'s inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Jefferson's (Adairsville) have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jefferson's (Adairsville) means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Jefferson's (Adairsville) inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jefferson's (Adairsville) is inspected around four times per year on average.
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