Newton County restaurant inspection scores

Newton County

Hardee’s, 3112 Highway 278, Covington. 100/A

Jack’s BBQ Shack, 9209 Highway 278, Covington. 96/A

T’s Caribbean Restaurant, 3637 Salem Road, Covington. 90/A

Waffle House, 10106 Alcovy Road, Covington. 98/A

Your Pie, 1115 Washington St., Covington. 98/A

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