Shorty's BBQ and More

3904 Highway 42 S Ste A, Locust Grove, GA 30248

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Shorty's BBQ and More four times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 31, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “utensils, equipment and linens” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Locust Grove average 78, so Shorty's BBQ and More is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 31, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer in the 3-compartment sink at 200 PPM chlorine. Advised PIC to remake the sanitizer solution, and it was remade to 50 PPM chlorine (COS).

511-6-1.07(6)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed the ceiling in the kitchen with water damage. The kitchen ceiling must be resealed to make it smooth, easily cleanable, and nonabsorbent.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Mar 28, 2025

Routine

5 minor violations.

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13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed no hand washing signage in the back restroom.

511-6-1.07(3)(d)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed food equipment (ninja blender and roasters) stored inside of the back restroom.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed single use articles (sauce containers, foil pans, freezer bags) stored inside of the back restroom.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed no trash receptable for the restroom in the back of the establishment. Please purchase a trash receptable with a lid cover for the back restroom.

511-6-1.06(5)(h)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed walls and ceilings in the back storage and in the chemical room in need of sealing. Observed gaps between between ceiling and drywall panels.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Sep 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Observer sanitizer bottle stored on the bottom prep shelf with canned goods. All chemicals should be stored in a designated chemical area.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

Mar 8, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed the restroom in the kitchen without a self closing device on it.

511-6-1.07(5)(i)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed the lights in the kitchen/prep area without a protective covering over it.

511-6-1.07(2)(i)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shorty's BBQ and More last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shorty's BBQ and More on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shorty's BBQ and More?

Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shorty's BBQ and More.

How does Shorty's BBQ and More compare to other restaurants in Locust Grove?

Shorty's BBQ and More most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Locust Grove average of 78.

Has Shorty's BBQ and More's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shorty's BBQ and More have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shorty's BBQ and More 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 Shorty's BBQ and More inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shorty's BBQ and More is inspected around two times per year on average.

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