Hanks Bar & Grill

1037 Broadway, Columbus, GA 31901
Bar / Pub
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Hanks Bar & Grill, the earliest from 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Hanks Bar & Grill's latest score of 78 falls below the Columbus average of 94. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods reaching temperatures greater than 41*F (See Temp Log). 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. Person in charge along with food employees voluntarily discarded food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed mechanical warewashing machine chlorine sanitizer reaching a concentration of 10ppm. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC)
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
78
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fried fish filets stored uncovered in the reach-in freezer in the main kitchen. Observed burger patties and fried chicken wings stored without protection from overhead contamination in the reach-in cooler in the main kitchen. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. Food employee placed covers over all food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Apr 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several boxes of plastic cups stored directly on the ground in the dry storage area across from the bar. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Person in charge properly placed cup boxes at least 6 inches above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal cell phone and keys stored on prep top counter in the main kitchen area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. Food employee removed personal belongings from the area.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
90
Feb 25, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hanks Bar & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hanks Bar & Grill on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Hanks Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

Hanks Bar & Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Columbus average of 94.

Has Hanks Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hanks Bar & Grill have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hanks Bar & Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.