Malson's BBQ

1330 Boone Ave E, Kingsland, GA 31548

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Malson's BBQ four times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food obtained from approved source”, which has been cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Kingsland restaurant, which scores around 91. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, 2021 inspection posted

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Flooring caving in and holding debris. Walls peeling

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Gaps present in wall near AC and at exterior doors

511-6-1.07(2)(n)

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

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

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3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Box of cucumbers molded/Discarded

511-6-1.04(1)

3-1A - food obtained from approved source

Inspector notes: Facility selling cupcakes made off site not in a licensed/permitted facility subject to inspection/Only sell items purchased from an approved source

511-6-1-.08(1)(k)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Gaps around exterior doors with daylight showing through/Seal to prevent insect entry

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Gaps present in floor and holding debris/Seal, Walls peeling an stained/Clean and refinish

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Feb 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

3-1A - food obtained from approved source

Inspector notes: Facility selling cupcakes made off site not in a licensed/permitted facility subject to inspection/Only sell items purchased from an approved source

511-6-1-.08(1)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Gaps present in floor and holding debris/Seal, Walls peeling an stained/Clean and refinish

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Gaps around exterior doors with daylight showing through/Seal to prevent insect entry

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

3-1A - food obtained from approved source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Facility selling cupcakes made off site not in a licensed/permitted facility subject to inspection/Only sell items purchased from an approved source

511-6-1-.08(1)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Gaps present in floor and holding debris/Seal, Walls peeling an stained/Clean and refinish

511-6-1.07(1)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Gaps around exterior doors with daylight showing through/Seal to prevent insect entry

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Malson's BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Malson's BBQ on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Malson's BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “food obtained from approved source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Malson's BBQ.

How does Malson's BBQ compare to other restaurants in Kingsland?

Malson's BBQ most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Kingsland average of 91.

Has Malson's BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Malson's BBQ have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Malson's BBQ 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 Malson's BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Malson's BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.

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