Johnny's Steaks & Bar-B-Que
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
70
Score
JOHNNY'S STEAKS & BAR-B-QUE, located at 4179 Marietta St in Powder Springs, GA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on November 20, 2025. This inspection resulted in one major and five minor violations, including issues with food-contact surfaces, utensil storage, and the cleanability of surfaces. Across three recorded inspections, JOHNNY'S STEAKS & BAR-B-QUE has consistently received medium-risk ratings.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Feb 28, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
86
Violations — Nov 20, 2025 Inspection
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in-use dish machine dispensing chlorine sanitizer at below 50ppm in main kitchen. C/A: A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a concentration of 50ppm-100ppm. COS: Sanitizer replaced and tested at 50ppm.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several ready to use bowls, plates, and small saucers stored facing up on prep table and above stove in main kitchen exposed to contamination. C/A: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 2. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying; and (ii) Covered or inverted. COS: All items inverted.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed door to WIC in main kitchen detached from hinges in disrepair. C/A: Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. *PIC states tech has been called to repair door today.*
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of black build up on fan grates and walls in WIC in main kitchen. C/A: 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 ceiling tiles throughout main kitchen area of facility heavily soiled, discolored, and some damaged. C/A: Replace ceiling tiles; All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be: 1. Smooth, durable, and easily cleanable for areas where food service establishment operations are conducted; 2. Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware washing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food service unit servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed dim, insufficient lighting supplied in WIF in main kitchen. C/A: At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units.
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
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