Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta

1544 Piedmont Ave Ne Unit 139 & 406, Atlanta, GA 30324
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Atlanta restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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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
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several employee drinks throughout kitchen, some with lids and straws and others without. areas. 2. 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. CA-MOD disposed of drinks and will get shelving for employee drinks
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no prior inspection posted. most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. CA-EHS advised MOD to post this inspection
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
90
Nov 20, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lewis Barbecue of Atlanta means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.