Margie's Southern Cooking

1696 Shaw Rd, Hinesville, GA 31313

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Margie's Southern Cooking stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “approved thawing methods used” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Hinesville facility scores 88, putting Margie's Southern Cooking on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple bottles of bleach and detergent stored on a shelf in the dry storage area above containers of barbeque sauce. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. COS: PIC rearranged shelves so that nothing was stored below the bleach and detergents.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Observed PIC could not demonstrate that customers were informed in a written manner of the presence of major food allergens. The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer. PIC needs to post written notification for customers.

511-6-1.04(7)(d)

11C - approved thawing methods used

Inspector notes: Observed raw pork chops and fish sitting in the sink thawing. When thawing food items they should be kept under cold running water, thawed in the refrigerator, or thawed using one of the other approved methods listed under rule 511-6-1.04(6)(c).

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food items stored in hand washing sink at the time of arrival. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: PIC moved food items out of handwashing sink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Jan 7, 2025

Routine

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

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

11C - approved thawing methods used

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken sitting in the sink thawing. When thawing food items they should be kept under cold running water, thawed in the refrigerator, or thawed using one of the other approved methods listed under rule 511-6-1.04(6)(c).

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

May 13, 2024

Routine

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

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed prepared food (potato salad) and open container of milk stored in the refrigerator not properly date marked with the preparation date or the opening date. The owner dated the prepared food items and the milk. Repeat from the previous inspection.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed back door propped open at the time of inspection. COS by PIC closing back door. Need to maintain the door closed to prevent to entry of insects.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Margie's Southern Cooking last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Margie's Southern Cooking on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Margie's Southern Cooking?

Across the inspection record, “approved thawing methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Margie's Southern Cooking.

How does Margie's Southern Cooking compare to other restaurants in Hinesville?

Margie's Southern Cooking most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Hinesville average of 88.

Has Margie's Southern Cooking's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Margie's Southern Cooking have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Margie's Southern Cooking 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 Margie's Southern Cooking inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Margie's Southern Cooking is inspected around two times per year on average.

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