SAWS, La Paz, Marty’s, Buc-ee’s + more earned 95+ food service scores in September
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Several Jefferson County restaurants—including SAWS BBQ in Homewood, La Paz, Buc-ees and more—received 95 and above on their food service scores this past September.
Since 2018, Bham Now has reported the monthly Jefferson County Department of Health restaurant food service scores. Each month, an average of 100+ local establishments that handle and serve food are inspected by the Health Department.
They include:
- Restaurants
- Schools
- Nursing homes
- Daycare centers
- Hospitals
- Grocery stores
- Concession stands
We report each month on local restaurants. Food service inspection scores are updated regularly on the Jefferson County Department of Health website.
Restaurants with 95+ scores

SAWS BBQ in Homewood – 99
Marty’s Burger Bar in Irondale – 99
La Paz + Cantina – 96
Neighbor Pies – 96
Mi Ranchito -98
Bluff Park Diner – 98
Church Street Coffee and Books – 95
Alibi Bar +Tapas – 100
Dyrons – 95
Magic City Grill in Hueytown – 95
Olipita Mediterraneann Grill – 100
Chocolata – 100
Chen Express – 99
Jefferson County Department of Health

Visit the latest scores on the Jefferson County Department of Health’s Food Service website. Food service inspections help keep us all safe. Bookmark the page and stay tuned for our monthly 95+ stories.
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