Jefferson's of Summerville

10096 Commerce St, Summerville, GA 30747

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Jefferson's of Summerville has been inspected three times since 2024. On Dec 31, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

Restaurants in Summerville average 96, so Jefferson's of Summerville is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 31, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 25, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed multiple pieces of equipment holding potentially hazardous TCS foods greater than 41 degrees. Three-Door Reach-In Cooler held raw chicken wings at 44 degrees, sliced tomatoes 48 degrees, slaw at 46 degrees and raw ground beef at 49 degrees. Prep-Top Cooler held chopped lettuce at 62 degrees, spinach dip at 54 degrees, boiled eggs at 55 degrees. Two-door reach in cooler held raw chicken wings at 46 degrees. CA: TCS foods must be held at 41 degrees or below. All TCS food held over 4 hours were discarded and other items moved into walk in cooler. Facility voluntarily closed due to lack of cold holding equipment. CFSM will call Health Department once coolers are repaired to reopen.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer spray bottle stored on bottom shelf under prep top table among wing sauces. CA: Toxic materials must be stored to prevent contamination of food items. PIC moved sanitizer spray and stored it away from food.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed walk in freezer not holding food frozen. CA: Stored frozen foods shall be maintained frozen. Food items were rearranged by cook temperatures and will be used within 7 days.

511-6-1.04(6)(a)

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed bulk ice bin not cleaned at a frequency to maintain clean to sight and touch. CA: Manager will have cleaned.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers stacked while still wet. CA: Containers were removed to be re-washed.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed back door with gap underneath. CA: Manager will have door sweep installed.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed several live flies throughout the kitchen. CA: Discussed with manager about fixing back door as well as fixing the air curtain that was installed.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jefferson's of Summerville last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jefferson's of Summerville on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

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

Jefferson's of Summerville most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Summerville average of 96.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Jefferson's of Summerville have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jefferson's of Summerville 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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