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DeKalb County
Full-Service DeKalb County Permit: fsp-044-002192

SMOKEZ SOULFOOD KITCHEN

1972 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30032

88 B
Most Recent Score
Good
Routine • 2026-03-18
Public Records Freshness: Data current as of September 16, 2026.
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Official Inspection History

1 recorded inspection
B (88) Routine Most Recent
Inspection Date: 2026-03-18 • Violations Cited: 4
Ref: insp_ga_fsp-044-002192_2026-03-18_24039
Cited Observations & Standards
Item 12A Good Retail Practice Corrected On Site (COS)

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display — Inspector Note: Observed food items stored directly on the floor inside the walk in freezer. COS items were placed on shelves.

Item 2-2B Critical / Risk Factor Corrected On Site (COS)

Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use — Inspector Note: Observed food handling employee eating in the main kitchen. COS employee ceased eating and washed hands. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

Item 2-2D Critical / Risk Factor Corrected On Site (COS)

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible — Inspector Note: Observed no paper towels at restroom hand sink. COS paper towels were placed inside restroom.

Item 4-2B Critical / Risk Factor Corrected On Site (COS)

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed raw chicken being prepped inside the produce sink. COS wings were removed, produce was cleaned using a chlorine based sanitizer.