Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee

1513 Butler Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328

Bar / Pub

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Apr 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around four violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

Restaurants in Tybee Island average 90, so Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Initial

1 critical violation. 1 major 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 quaternary sanitizer test reading larger than 500PPM. COS: PIC fixed all quat sanitizers to read between 200-400 PPM.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Observed no quaternary test strips within the facility at time of inspection, while facility was actively using the quaternary sanitizer. CA: PIC shall obtain proper test strips specific to the sanitizer being used. RCA: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed food debris build-up on the outside of the reach in coolers as well as on the gaskets of the same reach in coolers. CA: PIC shall deep clean all equipment. RCA: 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)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed multiple fruit flies present within the bar area. CA: PIC shall implement a plan of action to reduce fruit flies. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence; and eliminating harborage conditions.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Jan 26, 2026

Issued Provisional Permit

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoops for ice stored behind alcohol bottles in bar area. PIC removed for wash, rinse, and sanitize. Educated PIC on proper storage of "in-use" utensils. Scoops can be stored in the product with handle facing out or in a clean dry location.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee compare to other restaurants in Tybee Island?

Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tybee Island average of 90.

Has Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Nickies 1971 Bar and Grill-Tybee means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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