Wicked Wolf
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
70
Score
Wicked Wolf appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. On Jan 30, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about eight violations before that.
“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Wicked Wolf's latest score of 70 falls below the Atlanta average of 90. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Followup
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can opener in the main kitchen with metal sharps in the holster as well as inside the blades wheel that spins the can while opening it. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch COS: PIC pulled the can opener for cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed PIC inability to provide test strips for quat and chlorine solution. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ice machines on the 2nd floor with pink slime inside the machines white deflector plate. All food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA: PIC was instructed to have the ice burnt and the machine cleaned and sanitized. PIC stated that he added cleaning of the ice machine to the cleaning task by staff.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the wrong inspection report posted. CA: The 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
70
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
6 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: PIC was unable to produce spill kit for bodily fluids or any cleaning procedures to address accidents such as vomiting, diarrhea etc. COS: Cleaning procedures for the use of bleach was emailed to PIC and PIC was advised to obtain a clean up kit/spill kit.
511-6-1.03(6)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three dented cans in the main kitchen. COS: Advised PIC to monitor cans upon receiving, PIC also discarded the dented cans. Package Integrity. Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants.
511-6-1.04(3)(e)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 2 ice machines with pink and brown / black mold inside the machines white deflector plate. All food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA-EHS advised MOD to clean immediately
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed brunch menu without consumer advisory and asterisk near food items that can be served raw or undercooked. CA: Advised pic that the menu should have a consumer advisory statement and an asterisk next to the animal-derived food items that can be served raw or undercooked.
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: observed the cook prepping raw fish (salmon) in the produce sink. COS: PIC corrected the employee and removed the food item. Prep sink shall be cleaned and sanitized before usage of any vegies.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed PIC inability to provide test strips for quat and chlorine solution. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several squeeze bottles in the main kitchen without labeling of the common name of contents it contains. COS: PIC had line cooks place labels of all containers missing common name labels. Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single use sauce cups stored in seasoning bends. COS: Advised pic single-service and single-use articles may not be reused and they were discarded upon PIC request
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
50
Jul 11, 2025
Followup
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed brunch menu without consumer advisory and asterisk near food items that can be served raw or undercooked. CA: Advised pic that the menu should have a consumer advisory statement and an asterisk next to the animal-derived food items that can be served raw or undercooked.
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed PIC inability to provide test strips for quat and chlorine solution. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed several food item boxes stored on the floor in the upstairs wif. COS: Pic moved food item boxes to storage shelves.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the wrong inspection report posted. CA: The 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
74
Jul 2, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed multiple items with temps higher than 41`F. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P CA- Cook disposed of items
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen hand sink without paper towels available. . A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf CA- EHS advised MOD to replace
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed table blocking hand sink. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf CA-EHS advised MOD to remove chair
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 2 ice machines with pink and brown / black mold inside. All food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA-EHS advised MOD to clean immediately
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed inconsistent date marking. . Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf CA-0EHS explained date marking
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed several working spray bottles without any throughout facility without any name labeling. CA-EHS advised MOD to label chemical bittlkes
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 employee cell phones sitting on prep table. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source CA- Employee relocated phones
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee preparing food without any hair restraint. Restraints. 1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. CA-EHS advised MOD to get hair restraints
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cook wearing watch. Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. CA-Employee removed watch
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed several boxes stored on ground. All items shall be 6 inches off ground. CA-EHS advised MOD to relocate boxes
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed shelving with food residue and spills. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. CA-EHS advised MOD to clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed dirty walls and floors with food debris. Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. CA-MOD will clean
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed moldy dairy ceiling tiles. Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, System Vents. Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems shall be designed and installed so that make-up air intake and exhaust vents do not cause contamination of food, food-contact surfaces, equipment, or utensils. CA-MOD will clean
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed 3light out in prep area. f) Lighting Intensity. The light intensity shall be: 1. At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; 2. At least 20 foot candles (215 lux): (i) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption; (ii) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; (iii) At a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms; and 3. At least 50 foot candles (540 lux) at a surface where a...
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed light without projective shield. . All lighting shall shall have protective shield. CA-MOD will replace
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed excessive fruit flies and large flies in kitchen and at bar area. k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. CA-MOD will call for pest control
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
32
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen hand sink without paper towels available. . A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf CA- MOD added paper towels t sink area.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed pitcher inside bar hand sink. Hand sink shall be used for hands, water, and soap only. CA-MOD removed pitcher from sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed mold build up on soda nozzle at bar. All food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA-MOD will deep clean immediately.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed stuck on food debris on knife in kitchen stored as clean. All food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA-MOD sent knife for rewash
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed French fries stored on freezer floor. At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. CA- EHS advised MOD to relocate
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed salmon thawing by sitting on counter top. Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: (I) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed...
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single use containers & plastic cups stored on ground upstairs hallway. At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. CA-MOD relocated items
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
58
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: During routine inspection observed several prepared food containers stored with no date label. refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wicked Wolf last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wicked Wolf on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wicked Wolf?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wicked Wolf.
How does Wicked Wolf compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Wicked Wolf most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Wicked Wolf's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Wicked Wolf have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Wicked Wolf means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Wicked Wolf inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wicked Wolf is inspected around three times per year on average.
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