Nvs Soul Food
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
74
Score
Nvs Soul Food appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Jonesboro average 85, so Nvs Soul Food trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple cases of bologna cold holding in the temperature danger zone holding above 41 degrees D. Advised PIC that all raw and RTE TCS foods shall properly cold hold at 41 degrees F. or below. COS: Multiple cases (3) of bologna were discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple gallons of expired milk and multiple containers of hot dog buns expired (milk: 11/15/2025) (hot dog buns: 11/13/2025). Advised PIC that all foods shall be in good condition and unexpired. COS: PIC discarded multiple gallons of expired milk and containers of hot dog buns.
511-6-1.07(4)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed ambient temperature of RIC #1 at 64 degrees F and RIC with an ambient temperature of 60 degrees F. Advised PIC that all equipment shall be in good repair and ambient air shall be in the range of intended use. Advised to have unit serviced.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
74
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed debris and residue on multiple food contact surfaces of spatuals and scoops on shelving unit near the 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces of utensils shall be cleaned to sight and touch. Advised PIC to wash, rinse, and sanitize thoroughly at the 3-compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed inadequate hot water under pressure at the hand sink near the dry storage area and restroom of the facility. Advised PIC hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Advised PIC to have hot water turned on in order to meet hot water peak demands.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in freezer in disrepair with an ambient temperature in 66F. Advised PIC ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. Advised PIC to have unit repaired.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple frozen packages of frozen cooked ground beef thawing on a pushcart at room temperature. Advised PIC on proper thawing methods. COS: PIC placed multiple frozen packages of cooked ground beef in the reach in cooler to thaw.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
74
Oct 16, 2024
Followup
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed debris and residue on multiple spoons. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Had PIC wash-rinse-sanitize soiled spoons.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed multiple items (green beans & carrots, cheese sauce) cooling tightly covered in reach-in-cooler. Advised PIC cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Had PIC loosen cover on tightly covered items.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
86
May 15, 2024
Followup
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bag of cut leafy green with use by date of 4/9/24. COS- bag was discarded
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food not cold holding at 41F or below. Advised to move food to cooler or heat up.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee enter facility from suite next door change gloves and began food prep without washing hands. COS- employee washed hands
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food not hot holding at 135F or above. Advised to reheat to 165F
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 hand sinks completely obstructed. COS- items were moved
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surfaces of blade, utensils, and strainer stored clean with old food debris. Advised to clean to sight and touch
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
45
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (rice, beef mix) not hot holding at 135F or above
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen hand sink obstructed by employee sitting in a chair in front of. COS- employee moved
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back hand sink with no paper towels. COS- paper towels were supplied
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed facility with no vomit/fecal procedures and no supplies to implement. Advised to obtain
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surfaces of strainer, food pans, measuring cups stored clean with old food debris. Advised to clean
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen sinks with low water pressure. Advised to repair
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nvs Soul Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nvs Soul Food on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nvs Soul Food?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Nvs Soul Food.
How does Nvs Soul Food compare to other restaurants in Jonesboro?
Nvs Soul Food most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Jonesboro average of 85.
Has Nvs Soul Food's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nvs Soul Food have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Nvs Soul Food means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Nvs Soul Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nvs Soul Food is inspected around three times per year on average.
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