Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill

2453 Cobb Pkwy Se, Smyrna, GA 30080
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Dec 31, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

Looking across the full record, “proper cooling methods used” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Smyrna restaurant scene, where the average is 85, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed consumer advisory warning does not include disclosure statement for animal meat products offered raw/undercooked on dining room and take out menu. Asterisks are present next to menu items containing fish, beef burger and shellfish. Filet mignon is also cook to order - asterisk is missing. CA: Disclosure shall include:(i) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “rawegg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order);” EXAMPLE: BURGERS, STEAK, SHELLFISH, FISH - COOK TO ORDER. OR (ii) Identification of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. EXAMPLES: *THESE ITEMS ARE COOKED TO ORDER;...
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed cooling raw seasoned chicken leg quarters stored more than 12 inches inside large, deep plastic containers and covered with heavy lid inside walk-in cooler. CA: 1. 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: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containe...
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed cooling raw seasoned chicken leg quarters stored more than 12 inches inside large, deep plastic containers and covered with heavy lid inside walk-in cooler. CA: 1. 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: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containe...
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill.

How does Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill compare to other restaurants in Smyrna?

Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Smyrna average of 85.

Has Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food & Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.