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SAM'S BBQ 1

4958 LOWER ROSWELL RD STE 116 MARIETTA, GA 30068-4429

Latest available inspection

Cobb County

What the inspector found

All 8 findings ↗

8 findings recorded on Jul 31, 2026. 1 marked corrected on site.

  1. Violation recordedItem 2-2D

    Handwashing

    Observed blocked hand sink by the stove in main kitchen. C/A: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Facility has 10 calendar days to ensure accessibility of hand sink.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

    Code 511-6-1.06(2)(o)

    Observed blocked hand sink by the stove in main kitchen. C/A: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Facility has 10 calendar days to ensure accessibility of hand sink. New Violation. Correct By: 08/10/2026
    Official report · Item 2-2D

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  2. Violation recordedItem 4-2B

    Food-contact surface sanitation

    Observed pink build up on the bulk ice machine of main kitchen. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1

    Observed pink build up on the bulk ice machine of main kitchen. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Facility has 10 calendar days to wash, rinse, and sanitize ice machine. New Violation. Correct By: 08/10/2026
    Official report · Item 4-2B

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  3. Violation recordedItem 13A

    Required permits and notices

    Observed no handwashing signage in men and women's restrooms. C/A: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees Facility has 72 hours from time of inspection to add signage in restrooms.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing

    Code 511-6-1.07(3)(d)

    Observed no handwashing signage in men and women's restrooms. C/A: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees Facility has 72 hours from time of inspection to add signage in restrooms. New Violation. Correct By: 08/03/2026
    Official report · Item 13A

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

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  1. Violation recordedItem 15B

    Warewashing facilities and test strips

    PIC unable to produce testing strips for sanitizing solutions. C/A: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

    Code 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j)

    PIC unable to produce testing strips for sanitizing solutions. C/A: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Facility has 10 calendar days to obtain appropriate testing strips. New Violation. Correct By: 08/10/2026
    Official report · Item 15B

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  2. Violation recordedItem 17C

    Facility maintenance and cleanliness

    Observed hole in wall and hole in ceiling tiles near 3-compartment sink and prep area. C/A: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

    Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)

    Observed hole in wall and hole in ceiling tiles near 3-compartment sink and prep area. C/A: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Facility has 10 calendar days to patch holes. New Violation. Correct By: 08/10/2026
    Official report · Item 17C

    Correction status not recorded

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  3. Violation recordedItem 17D

    Ventilation and lighting

    Observed several employee food items in prep top cooler and indoor walk-in cooler of main kitchen. C/A: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination COS: Food items discarded.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

    Code 511-6-1.07(4)(b)

    Observed several employee food items in prep top cooler and indoor walk-in cooler of main kitchen. C/A: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination COS: Food items discarded. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 17D

    Marked corrected on site

  4. Violation recordedItem 18

    Pest control

    Observed several flies throughout main kitchen and storage area of facility. C/A: he presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present

    Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)

    Observed several flies throughout main kitchen and storage area of facility. C/A: he presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions PIC to submit to EHS invoices for pest control in 10 calendar days New Violation. Correct By: 08/10/2026
    Official report · Item 18

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

  5. Violation recordedItem 18

    Pest control

    Observed gaps in the screen door of outdoor area. C/A:Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Insects, rodents, and animals not present

    Code 511-6-1.07(2)(m)

    Observed gaps in the screen door of outdoor area. C/A:Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Facility has 10 calendar days to correct and fill holes. New Violation. Correct By: 08/10/2026
    Official report · Item 18

    Correction status not recorded

    Correct by

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Inspection history 1

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    Report

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About this location record

This page follows facility 12768273 within Cobb County. Names and addresses remain as recorded at each inspection. Different official facility IDs remain separate. Intervening inspections may be missing.

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