What is T J Ribs Restaurant's health inspection score?

T J Ribs Restaurant has a SafeDine safety score of 55 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was T J Ribs Restaurant last inspected?

T J Ribs Restaurant was last inspected on August 27, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does T J Ribs Restaurant have?

T J Ribs Restaurant has 38 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is T J Ribs Restaurant safe to eat at?

T J Ribs Restaurant has a safety score of 55/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does T J Ribs Restaurant serve?

T J Ribs Restaurant serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

T J Ribs Restaurant

Name: T J Ribs Restaurant
Address: 2324 S ACADIAN THRUWAY, Baton Rouge, 70808
Rating: 55

2324 S ACADIAN THRUWAY, Baton Rouge

Last inspected 9mo ago

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0Fair

American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

3 inspections

Last: Aug 27, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

12.7

Avg Violations

10 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

10x

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-49

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-26 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-5 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 51/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (55/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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2324 S ACADIAN THRUWAY, Baton Rouge, FL 70808

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2024

1 inspections

11 basic

Dec

Apr 2025

1 inspections

14 basic

Aug 2025

1 inspections

13 basic

Aug

Inspection History

3 records on file

3 Routine

Aug 25

Routine InspectionLatest

13 Basic

13 total

74/100inspection score

−26 pts

Basic (13)

−26 pts

FLOORS3701.5 - Floors are not clean.−2
TOXIC3901 - Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.−2
IN2519.1 - In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.−2
CLEAN2517.5 - Clean equipment/utensils are not stored covered or inverted.−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2
WALLS3703.3 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.−2
FOOD2501 - Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. Microwave and tea nozzles−2
NON-FOOD2501.2 - Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Side, under and around equipment−2
CLEAN2517.5 - Clean equipment/utensils are not stored covered or inverted.−2
FOOD1507 - Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked.−2
LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled.−2
LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled.−2
FOOD1507 - Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked.−2

Base deductions−26 pts

Apr 25

Routine Inspection

14 Basic

14 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

Basic (14)

−28 pts

FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Black pepper−2
CLEAN2517.6 - Single use/single service articles are not kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination. 2517.8 - Single use/single service articles are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust or contamination.−2
WARE2515.2 - Equipment and utensils are not air-dried.−2
HAND3109.1 - Hand wash lavatory is not accessible. Hand sink in dessert area−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2
FOOD1507 - Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked. Chicken in walk-in freezer (trashed)−2
NON-FOOD2501.2 - Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Dishwasher−2
MAINTENANCE4119.2 - Mops are not hung and/or stored to facilitate air drying.−2
LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled. Rice−2
FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container. Food not covered in walk-in freezer−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Black pepper−2
FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container. Food not covered in walk-in freezer−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2
CLEAN2517.6 - Single use/single service articles are not kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination. 2517.8 - Single use/single service articles are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust or contamination.−2

Base deductions−28 pts

Dec 24

Routine Inspection

11 Basic

11 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

Basic (11)

−22 pts

PREMISES3507.2 - There is litter on the premises. Cigarettes buds near rear of the door.−2
FOOD305 - A current state food safety certificate is not held by the owner or a designated employee of the establishment.−2
FLOORS3701.5 - Floors are not clean. Storage, near slow cooker and under ice machine.−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2
WALLS3703.3 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. Dusty ceiling in showroom.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.1 - Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Caps missing on handles of food scoop.−2
HAIR915 - Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.−2
TOXIC3905 - There are chemicals stored in the establishment that are not required for the operation and maintenance of the food establishment. Round-up.−2
CLEAN2517.6 - Single use/single service articles are not kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination.−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Ice bins in showroom station and back station.−2
NON-FOOD2501.2 - Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Dishwasher.−2

Base deductions−22 pts

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Data source: Florida DBPR · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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