Jefferson's of Rockmart

754 Cartersville Hwy, Rockmart, GA 30153

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Jefferson's of Rockmart has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 19, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Among Rockmart restaurants, the typical score is 85; Jefferson's of Rockmart is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed bar soda gun nozzle with a presence of built-up debris. Observed prep-top cutting boards with heavy staining and scoring in main kitchen. Observed microwave above prep-top in main kitchen with built-up debris on interior ceiling. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch PIC will have all detailed cleaned and sanitized before correct by date indicated. If cutting board is unable to be detailed clean, a replacement will be needed. *3/23/26 UPDATE: Items were cleaned to sight and touch - excluding prep-top cutting boards (order placed for replacements). Advised to call health dept. once delivered and installed.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS foods not cold held 41 or below in outdoor WIC (see temp log). CA:TCS foods shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above. COS: PIC discarded all TCS items. Health dept. to check back Thursday 09/11 AM before unit is to be used/food items are stored.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Jan 14, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed excessive dust/grease build up on walls, and floors throughout the facility. Corrective Action: PIC to detail clean the walls/floors throughout the facility.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Jun 6, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed tea nozzles not cleaned at a frequency to maintain clean to sight and touch. CA: Nozzles were removed for cleaning.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

11B - plant food properly cooked for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed beans, corn and mac and cheese not heated to 135 degrees F before hot holding. CA: Items were re-heated and temped above 150 degrees F.

511-6-1.04(5)(c)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed an excessive amount of flies throughout the facility. Corrective Action: Instructed Person-In-Charge to increase the treatment frequency for flies, add in a larvacide to control the fly eggs before they hatch, and eliminate all harborage conditions by detail cleaning areas of accumulated debris in the kitchen (at sinks, behind equipment, and at floor drains) as well as cleaning the back door area and dumpster area and having employees keep the grease pits closed when not in use.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jefferson's of Rockmart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jefferson's of Rockmart on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Jefferson's of Rockmart compare to other restaurants in Rockmart?

Jefferson's of Rockmart most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Rockmart average of 85.

Has Jefferson's of Rockmart's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jefferson's of Rockmart have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jefferson's of Rockmart 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 Jefferson's of Rockmart inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jefferson's of Rockmart is inspected around two times per year on average.

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