Juicy's Joint
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2024, Juicy's Joint has three inspections in the public record. On Apr 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited four times.
By comparison, the average Decatur facility scores 86, putting Juicy's Joint on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease on fryers and inside microwave. PIC advised to clean equipment. 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)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease and debris on floor behind fryers and range. PIC Advised to clean floor routinely to prevent accumulation. 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)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing ceiling tiles throughout main kitchen. Advised to replace missing ceiling tiles. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed unshielded light bulbs in main kitchen. Advised to replace shield.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed holes in wall beneath prep table and on exterior wall to back of kitchen. Advised to seal all external openings. Exterior Walls and Roofs, Protective Barrier. Perimeter walls and roofs of a food service establishment shall effectively protect the establishment from the weather and the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
511-6-1.07(2)(n)
78
Mar 8, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice machine with dark black matter inside, and glasses at bar observed being cleaned in dish machine with zero ppm chlorine sanitizer. COS Chlorine was replaced at dish washer and glasses were rewashed. PIC was advised to dump ice and clean and sanitize ice machine using EPA registered sanitizer.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed expired CFSM certificate posted. CA. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease on fryers and steam hood. PIC advised to clean equipment. 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)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing ceiling tiles inside main kitchen, and missing light bulb shield above cooking area. PIC advised to replace ceiling tiles and light shield. CA. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Feb 8, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed raw meat stored on the drain board of the produce sink. Sink must be sanitized prior to use with produce. Produce sink may only be used for produce, all meat prep must take place in the sanitizing compartment of the 3 compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sink in main kitchen. COS napkins were placed at sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: PIC was unable to provide written or oral clean up procedures for vomit/diarrheal incidents. COS written procedures were filled according to sanitizer label.
511-6-1.03(6)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a box of raw fish stored directly on the floor. COS fish was relocated. Food must be stored: (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)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handle of ice scoop directly touching ice at the bar ice bin. COS bartender washed hands and put on gloves prior to repositioning the scoop.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cigarettes and ash tray inside main kitchen. COS items were removed, no smoking is allowed inside food prep area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed CFSM thawing raw chicken wings in water reading at 127°F. COS CFSM removed wings from hot water. Provided thawing poster. Thawing must take place: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including:
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Juicy's Joint last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Juicy's Joint on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Juicy's Joint?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Juicy's Joint.
How does Juicy's Joint compare to other restaurants in Decatur?
Juicy's Joint most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Decatur average of 86.
Has Juicy's Joint's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Juicy's Joint have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Juicy's Joint 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 Juicy's Joint inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Juicy's Joint is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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