Ruby Tuesday
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
45
Score
Ruby Tuesday has been inspected four times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces”, showing up five times.
By comparison, the average Calhoun facility scores 82, putting Ruby Tuesday on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 9 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods hot held below 135F in steam well in main kitchen (tomato basil 68, Potato soup 71, cheese soup 70). Soups had been prepped 1 hour prior. CA: Hot TCS food shall be maintained at 135F or above. COS: CFSM reheated TCS foods to 165 and ensured all hot holding equipment was turned on for proper hot holding at 135 or hotter.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of TCS foods above 41F at self-service buffet (Ranch 45, Ranch 46, balsamic dressing 47, thousand island dressing 46). CA: Cold TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below. COS: CFSM removed TCS foods to be rapidly cooled in walk in cooler top 41F or below. TCS foods were prepped 2 hours prior. CFSM will have containers placed in freezer prior to prepping to help TCS foods on bar maintain proper cold hold temperatures.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink in main kitchen storing hose for fryer cleaning. CA: Handwash sinks shall only be used for handwashing. COS: CFSM removed hose from handwash sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dirty sauce pan stored in handwash sink. CA: Hand wash sinks may be used only for handwashing. COS: Employee removed sauce pan from handwash sink and was educated on proper handwash sink usage.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored above prep top in main kitchen. CA: All personal drinks must be stored in a single use cup lid and straw and be stored in approved employee areas. COS: Employee relocated personal drink to approved area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed facility without posted consumer notification for the presence of allergens in customer view. CA: The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens. COS: CFSM was given allergen notification to post in view of public.
511-6-1.04(7)(d)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee with bracelets on while cooking/prepping food in main kitchen. CA: Food employees shall not wear jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: Employee removed jewelry and washed hands.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy ice buildup at walk in freezer door connecting freezer to walk in cooler. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair COS: CFSM stated a work order is in place and will assign employee to remove ice.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed exterior access door to walk in cooler continuously opening and staying open after entry through main door. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. COS: CFSM locked exterior access door and will have door serviced.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed excessive build-up of dust on vent covers in main kitchen. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. COS: CFSM assigned employee to clean vents.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
45
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed soiled drink nozzles at waitress station. Corrective action: employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 02/24/25. Performed informal follow-up on 02/24/25 on drink nozzles at waitress station. Drink nozzles were still soiled. discussed replacing current nozzles with new ones. Employee assigned to replace.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buildup on sauce cups stored as clean. Corrective action: PIC cleaned all cups in dishwasher.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed clean plastic containers wet stacked and preventing air drying. Observed sauce cups wet stacked and prevented from air drying. Corrective action: discussed proper air-drying procedures for dishes. Will perform informal follow-up on 02/24/2025. Performed informal follow-up on 02/24/2025. Wet stacking of containers was not present at time of follow-up. PIC mentioned they are doing a better job of stacking to air-dry dishes.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed dust accumulation on walk-in cooler fan covers and the ceiling and lights. Corrective action: employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 03/04/2025. Performed informal follow-up on 03/05/25. Walk-in cooler fan covers and light fixtures still soiled with dust accumulation and black spots. Will return on 03/10 to recheck. Performed recheck on 03/10. WIC fan covers and light fixtures were clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
74
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop holder and lemon tong holder at waitress station soiled. Observed drink gun holder and ice scoop holder at bar soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency to prevent build-up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can opener blade soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, containers labeled with food common name.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper cooling methods used to cool TCS food items. Cooked corn in walk-in cooler actively cooling in tightly lidded containers stacked ontop of one another preventing rapid cooling. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, food items were loosely covered and unstacked. Discussed cooling methods.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ruby Tuesday last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ruby Tuesday on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ruby Tuesday?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Ruby Tuesday.
How does Ruby Tuesday compare to other restaurants in Calhoun?
Ruby Tuesday most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Calhoun average of 82.
Has Ruby Tuesday's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ruby Tuesday have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ruby Tuesday means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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