Whiskey BB Que
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
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Score
Whiskey BB Que appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.
“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Whiskey BB Que's latest score is in line with the Jonesboro average of 85. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket in the hand sink at the second bar. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be used for hand washing.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food uncovered (bacon, flour and corn meal) in the main kitchen. Advised PIC all foods shall be covered to protect against contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive debris/ build up on shelves in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Feb 3, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cold holding in the walk in cooler (chicken, pasta, beef, shrimp) above 41F. Advised all TCS foods shall cold hold in the walk in cooler at 41F or below. COS: Products were discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in the main kitchen blocked, Advised PIC hand sinks shall be accessible at all ties. COS: PIC removed cart from in front of sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink at the bar with a temperature between 81-64F. Advised PIC the minimum temperature of a hand sink shall be no less than 85F.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black substance on the interior panel of the ice machine in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC cleaning shall be done at a frequency to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed facility operating without a servsafe certificate posted. Advised PIC the certified food safety manager shall be posted in public view. COS: Servsafe posted.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler with an ambient temperature of 50F. Advised OIC all equipment containing TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below. Advised to repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed small flies at the bar area. Advised PIC to contact a pest provider to control pest activity.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Jun 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (chicken, pasta, pork, brisket) cold holding in the walk in cooler above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black substance on the interior of the ice machine in the main kitchen. Advised to clean more frequently.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed ambient temperature of the WIC at 43F. Advised PIC units containing TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. Advised to repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies at the bar area. Advised PIC to contact pest control for service.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Dec 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods and raw pork stored next to raw chicken in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC all animals products shall be stored according to their final cook temperature. Advised to re-arrange shelves.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in the kitchen area without soap. Advised PIC soap shall be available at hand sinks at all times. COS: Soap was provided.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed packaged fish stored in direct contact with water. Advised PIC Packaged foods shall not be stored in direct contact with water to prevent contamination. Advised to discard.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the 2nd bar. Advised to obtain signage for the hand sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
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Mar 20, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: PIC could not demonstrate in a verifiable manner that food employees are/were informed of their responsibilities to report foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Advised PIC that an employee health agreement form and employee health policy shall be kept on file at the facility at all times.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed, handwash sink at the bar area obstructed by 2 bottle caps. Advised PIC that all handwash sinks shall be maintained so it is easily accessible at all times.
511-6-1.06(2)(l)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surfaces of 2 microwaves in the main kitchen and 2 ice bin lids at the bar area stored as cleaned with residue and debris. Advised PIC that equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of ice bin lids and microwaves.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surfaces of multiple bowls, scoops, and lids stored as clean with old food debris and staining. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. Advised PIC that all to thoroughly wash, rinse, and sanitize bowls, scoops, and containers.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Also observed visible light entry at the bottom of the back door and the top and bottom of the front door. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Advised PIC to place a weatherstrip and sealant at back door and front door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed, in the main kitchen, non-food contact surfaces of multiple trays, shelving utilized by utensil items, exterior bottles, exterior portions of containers, exterior portion of chest freezer, exterior portion of fryer, exterior portion of reach in cooler, exterior portion of oven, shelving at prep area, and storage rack utilized by glasses near bar area with excessive debris and residue. Advised PIC that all nonfood contact surfaces shall be clean and free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all non-food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive debris, staining and residue on the walls and ceiling tiles of facility. Advised PIC that physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean walls and ceilings of facility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Whiskey BB Que last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Whiskey BB Que on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Whiskey BB Que?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Whiskey BB Que.
How does Whiskey BB Que compare to other restaurants in Jonesboro?
Whiskey BB Que most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Jonesboro average of 85.
Has Whiskey BB Que's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Whiskey BB Que have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Whiskey BB Que 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 Whiskey BB Que inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Whiskey BB Que is inspected around three times per year on average.
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