AJ'S CHICKEN & THINGS
203 W. JEFFERSON ST. · QUINCY · Gadsden County · FL 32351
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
22 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
35A-02-5High Priority – 20 live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, or food storage area. Observed 2 live, small flying insects near wing prep station, 3 live, small flying insects near back exit, 5 live, small flying insects near soda syrup shelf, and 10 live, small flying insects in dining area. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**
03A-02-4High Priority – Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep station: Chicken 55°F. Observed employee place in walk-in cooler, bringing temperature down to: Chicken 43°F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-09-4High Priority – Presence of 13 dead insects. Observed 3 dead insects on floor near soda syrup shelf, 2 dead insects on floor near water heater, 3 dead insects on floor near supply shelf, and 5 dead insects on floor underneath front counter. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by 5 live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall near hand wash sink across from the office, 1 live roach on floor near wing prep station, and 3 live roaches on floor near soda syrup shelf. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**
Intermediate 4
22-21-4Intermediate – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. **Warning**
22-28-4Intermediate – Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Warning**
53A-05-6Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. This violation must be complied by 9/15/18. **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. This violation must be complied by 9/15/18. **Warning**
Basic 14
35A-03-4Basic – 12 dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor near water heater, 1 dead roach on floor near mop sink, 1 dead roach on floor underneath soda syrup shelf, 1 dead roach on the floor near bread rack, and 5 dead roaches on the floor underneath supply shelf. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**
36-40-5Basic – Attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease/food debris: cookline. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface: shelves in kitchen. **Warning**
36-41-4Basic – Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust or debris. **Warning**
36-71-4Basic – Floor drains/drain covers heavily soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Warning**
23-19-4Basic – Food debris/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator: reach-in cooler near cookline. **Warning**
36-14-4Basic – Grease accumulated on kitchen floor and under cooking equipment: throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall: near front counter. **Warning**
14-70-4Basic – Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
35B-02-4Basic – Insect control device installed over food preparation area. **Warning**
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid. Observed employee close dumpster lid. **Warning**
23-14-4Basic – Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 1:59 AM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
5 observation(s)
7 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.