Southern Heritage BBQ

2276 Veterans Blvd, Dublin, GA 31021

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Southern Heritage BBQ appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. On Dec 31, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Southern Heritage BBQ's latest score of 86 falls below the Dublin average of 89. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 31, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: BBQ cold holding above 41 deg f. Many pans at 47 deg f. Food being held cold shall be maintained at 41 deg f or below. COS: Out of temp food discarded. Discussed putting less meat in pans and spreading the pans out in the cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Jun 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Half and half and eggs cold holding at 45 deg f. Food being held cold shall be maintained at 41 deg f or below; COS: Out of temp food discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Tea pitcher in handwashing sink. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing; COS: Tea pitcher moved.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Employee drink (bottle) and phone on prep table where BBQ warmers located. Lockers or other facilities shall be used for the storage of employee possessions.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

Jun 27, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: BBQ sandwiches hot holding under heat lamp had temps below 135 deg f. All tcs items hot holding shall be maintained at 135 deg f or above; COS: BBQ sandwiches reheated.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Southern Heritage BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Southern Heritage BBQ on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Southern Heritage BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Southern Heritage BBQ.

How does Southern Heritage BBQ compare to other restaurants in Dublin?

Southern Heritage BBQ most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Dublin average of 89.

Has Southern Heritage BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Southern Heritage BBQ have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Southern Heritage BBQ 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 Southern Heritage BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Southern Heritage BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.

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