J Buffalo Wings
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
78
Score
Public records show four inspections at J Buffalo Wings stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 29, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which J Buffalo Wings' 78 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers with cooked rice without date marking. PIC reported rice was cooked two days prior to inspection. COS items were date marked. CA. 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)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine concentration reading above 200pm Chlorine. COS. solution was remade to a concentration of 100ppm Chlorine.
511-6-1.07(6)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed inside microwave not clean to sight and touch. COS. Microwave was cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
78
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of mold-like growth inside ice dispenser at soda machine in front dining area. PIC advised to clean and sanitize ice dispenser and soda nozzles using EPA registered sanitizer by 7.1.2025 CA. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean utensils stored stacked together wet. PIC advised to allow air drying of utensils prior to stacking. COS items were rearranged to allow air drying.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops used for dispensing bulk items with handles touching food. COS scoop was removed and replaced with a scoop with handle pointing above food.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
82
Dec 31, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler not cold holding at 41F and below. TCS foods not cold holding at 41F and below shown in temperature charter labelled ** below. COS All TCS foods were moved from prep top cooler to walk in cooler. PIC advised not to store any TCS foods in prep top until repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler not cold holding at 41F and below. TCS foods not cold holding at 41F and below shown in temperature charter labelled ** below. COS All TCS foods were moved from prep top cooler to walk in cooler. PIC advised not to store any TCS foods in prep top until repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler not cold holding at 41F and below. TCS foods not cold holding at 41F and below shown in temperature charter labelled ** below. COS All TCS foods were moved from prep top cooler to walk in cooler. PIC advised not to store any TCS foods in prep top until repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler not cold holding at 41F and below. TCS foods not cold holding at 41F and below shown in temperature charter labelled ** below. COS All TCS foods were moved from prep top cooler to walk in cooler. PIC advised not to store any TCS foods in prep top until repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
55
Jun 11, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No response procedures for vomiting and diarrheal events. Procedures for cleanup of bodily fluids must be provided and chemicals for cleanup must be present. Discussed procedures with PIC.
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of mold-like growth inside ice machine. PIC advised to dump ice, clean and sanitize ice machine using EPA registered sanitizer by 6.12.2024.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single use containers being used as scoops to dispense seasonings. COS single use cups were removed and disposed of.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard being used to line storage shelf. COS cardboard was removed and dumped. Shelves must be made of durable material of smooth surface and easily cleanable.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops used for dispensing bulk items without handle. COS scoop was removed and replaced with a scoop with handle pointing above food.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was J Buffalo Wings last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J Buffalo Wings on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J Buffalo Wings?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at J Buffalo Wings.
How does J Buffalo Wings compare to other restaurants in Decatur?
J Buffalo Wings most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Decatur average of 86.
Has J Buffalo Wings' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J Buffalo Wings have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at J Buffalo Wings means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is J Buffalo Wings inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, J Buffalo Wings is inspected around three times per year on average.
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