Tookes Country BBQ
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
78
Score
Public records show five inspections at Tookes Country BBQ stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 16, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “proper date marking and disposition” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Compared to other Rex restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods held over 24 hours without proper dates on the packages. Advised to date.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed inoperable equipment throughout the kitchen area. Advised all equipment shall be maintained and in good repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive stains on floors walls and ceiling. Advised PIC facilities shall be maintained at all times. Advised to clean.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive debris and grease accumulation on shelves and in between equipment. Advised to clean thoroughly.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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May 14, 2025
Followup
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed hot water not available at the prep sink. Advised to repair
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed chest freezer in disrepair. Advised to repair
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed shelves with excessive debris. Advised to clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed walls with food splatter in the kitchen and floors underneath equipment with debris. Advised to clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Apr 17, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed on shelf food pan spray stored next to disinfectant spray. COS- disinfectant spray was removed.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food (mac n cheese) not cold holding at 41F or below. COS- food items were moved.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed stool chair and speaker blocking the hand sink. COS- items were removed
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food (chopped pork, brunswick stew, ribs) held over 24 hrs without date marking.
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed medicine stored on shelf above seasoning. Advised to relocate
511-6-1.07(6)(o)
55
Sep 19, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed heavy black build up on steam well. Advised PIC all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned every 24 hours.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed rib tips, chicken, chop pork prepared on Tuesday not date marked. Advised all TCS foods held longer than 24 hours shall be date marked & held for 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: PIC could not provide conditional employee agreement forms. Advised PIC forms shall be kept on file and available @ time of inspection.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hand sink obstructed by fan. Advised PIC hand sink shall be easily accessible @ all times. COS-fan was removed.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed sweet potato pie in freezer uncovered. Advised all food shall be stored covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy build up on walls in prep area. Advised to clean walls.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Mar 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food items held over 24 hours without proper date marking (cooked ribs, mac n cheese, pulled pork) Advised PIC to properly label all TCS foods. Advised to discard.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: PIC is using bleach that is not EPA approved. Advised PIC to use approved bleach that is verified by the EPA.COS: PIC purchased correct bleach during inspection.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed light entry to back door. Advised PIC to repair.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed facility re-using single use containers. Advised PIC to only use single use containers once and purchase reusable containers.
511-6-1.05(1)(j)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors, walls, and ceilings with encrusted build up on the surfaces. Advised PIC all surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed dead insect on the floor in main kitchen area and remove hanging fly traps. Advised PIC pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tookes Country BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tookes Country BBQ on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tookes Country BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tookes Country BBQ.
How does Tookes Country BBQ compare to other restaurants in Rex?
Tookes Country BBQ most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Rex average of 82.
Has Tookes Country BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tookes Country BBQ have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tookes Country 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 Tookes Country BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tookes Country BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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