Georgia Wings Restaurant Fails Two Health Inspections

Residents in Locust Grove, Georgia, who love grabbing wings and quick bites might feel uneasy about K & J Wings & More after it scored poorly on back-to-back health inspections. These failures bring serious issues to light that could put your family’s health at risk when dining out.

😟 Why It Matters: Dirty kitchens and pest problems at places like this can lead to food poisoning that makes you or your loved ones sick, sometimes badly enough to need a doctor. Knowing about these inspection flops helps you make smarter choices on where to eat and pushes restaurants to clean up their act.

🍴 What’s Happening: Health inspectors visited K & J Wings & More at 4120 Highway 42 in Locust Grove twice in July 2025, according to reports from the Georgia Department of Public Health. The routine check on July 8 gave it a low score of 42 out of 100, and a follow-up on July 17 only improved to 56, with many repeat violations still not fixed. Both scores are failing.

🔍 Key Violations Exposed: Health inspectors noted major problems like raw chicken contaminated by dripping water and improper storage that mixed raw meats, risking cross-contamination, as detailed in both reports. Even more concerning issues included rodent droppings, flies in the kitchen, mold on walls, rusty shelves, and unclean vents, with some marked as repeat violations that could lead to permit suspension if not addressed soon.

📅 Catch Up Quick: The restaurant has a history of these issues, with several violations repeating from the first inspection to the second, such as unsafe food storage and poor cleanliness. The inspector warned that a third repeat on some items could result in shutting down the restaurant.

🌍 More Issues: The reports stress that the person in charge failed to show knowledge of food safety basics, leading to hazards like uncovered food and toxic items stored near edibles. In the first visit, items in the cooler were too warm, above safe cold-holding temps, and employees lacked proper hair restraints or handwashing supplies. The follow-up found similar messes, plus grease buildup and trash around the dumpster attracting pests. The inspector required pest control reports and repair plans, with deadlines like cleaning vents within 10 days to avoid suspension. These details come straight from the official notes, showing a pattern of neglect that emotional locals might see as a letdown in a community hub. While the spot corrected a few things on-site, like sanitizer levels, most big fixes remain undone, leaving diners to wonder about hidden dangers in their meals.

The Sources:

• Inspection report dated July 8, 2025, from the Georgia Department of Public Health.
• Follow-up inspection report dated July 17, 2025, from the Georgia Department of Public Health.

Restaurant Overview

Detail	Information
Name	K & J Wings & More
Address	4120 HWY 42, Locust Grove, GA 30248
Phone Number	(Not provided)
Permit Type	Food Service
Permit Number	075-08-FSVC-005825
Last Inspection Score	42
Last Inspection Date	07-08-2025
For More Information	Call (770) 288-6190

Inspection Summaries

Date	Purpose	Score	Inspector
07-17-2025	Followup	56	Sabrina Young
07-08-2025	Routine	42	Sabrina Young

Detailed Violations: Follow-Up Inspection (07-17-2025)

Violation Code	Description	Points	Corrected During Inspection?	Repeat?	Inspector Notes
1-2A	PIC present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties (511-6-1.03(1)(a)-(c)1,4,5,6-14,15,16 – demonstration of knowledge (pf))	4	No	No	Observed the location had several risk factors due to the PIC not being able to demonstrate and perform duties of the certified food safety manager.
3-1C	Food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (511-6-1.04(1) – safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p))	9	No	Yes	Observed condensation water dripping from the walk in cooler’s fan into an open box of raw chicken. PIC advised to discard the box of chicken.
4-1A	Food separated and protected (511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) – packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c))	9	No	Yes	Observed improper horizontal and vertical separation of raw animal and raw seafood in the walk in cooler and the reach in cooler. (walk in cooler: raw shrimp by raw chicken and reach in cooler: raw chicken above raw shrimp).
8-2B	Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (511-6-1.07(6)(f) – poisonous or toxic materials containers, prohibition (p))	4	Yes	No	Sanitizer water observed at 200 PM chlorine in the sanitizer buckets. Employees remade the solution to 50-100 PPM chlorine (COS).
12A	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (511-6-1.04(4)(q) – food storage (c))	3	No	Yes	Observed the chicken tender batter’s lids cracked. The lids will need to be replaced to prevent contamination of food items. Observed the jalapeno poppers stored in the reach in freezer without a cover to protect from contamination. Also, observed drink syrup boxes stored under the handwashing sink.
14C	Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 – single-service/single-use items stored 6″ off floor in clean, dry location (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed single-use trays not inverted on the prep line. Advised PIC to invert all food contact surfaces.
15A	Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (511-6-1.05(1)(i) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c))	1	No	No	Observed shelves rusty above the 3-compartment sink.
15C	Nonfood-contact surfaces clean (511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 – equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c))	1	No	No	Observed the housing area of the deep fryers with severe build up of grease waste. Observed build up in cabinets below the drink station in the lobby area. Observed mold-like substance in the interior of the prep cooler.
15C	Nonfood-contact surfaces clean (511-6-1.05(7)(d) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed shelves in the walk in cooler with several layers of build-up. Also, the walk in cooler fans contained black build-up.
17B	Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) – using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed trash and debris build up behind the dumpster several buckets of oil was observed on top of the grease receptable. The buckets were uncovered and filled with grease. Corrective action must be taken to prevent pest and animal activity in the dumpster area.
17C	Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed signs of mold build up on the walls in the storage area. Also, severe rust on the interior walls and outside of the walk in cooler. The walls must be treated, cleaned, and sanitize. The rust and mold-like substance accumulation must be removed and/or treated. A service work order and photos must be emailed to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gpv. Observed severe dirt and grease build-up throughout the entire kitchen. Observed a hole on the wall underneath the 2-compartment sink. Also, observed the baseboards missing underneath the 3-comparment. Advised PIC to make repairs to prevent pest activity.
17D	Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (511-6-1.07(5)(d) – cleaning ventilation system, nuisance & discharge prohibition, cleaned in way not to cause contamination or create a public health hazard (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed the HVAC vents filled with excessive dirt buildup.
18	Insects, rodents, and animals not present (511-6-1.07(5)(k) – controlling pests (pf, c))	3	No	Yes	Observed excessive amount of rodent dropping in the cabinet below the drink area in the lobby. PIC advised to contact pest control immediately. A copy of the report must be emailed to Sabrina Young on weekly basis until the problem is abated. Also, observed the presence of house flies landing on equipment being used to store flour and other products being used during food preparation. PIC must contact pest control and develop a plan to reduce fly activity in the food service establishment.

Detailed Violations: Routine Inspection (07-08-2025)

Violation Code	Description	Points	Corrected During Inspection?	Repeat?	Inspector Notes
2-2B	Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 – eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c))	4	No	No	Observed an employee’s drink on the prep table without a lid or straw in the food preparation area. The cup was by the tea urn. Advised PIC to store dinks in a single-service use cup with a lid and straw in a designated area away from food and food contact areas.
2-2D	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (511-6-1.07(3)(b) – hand drying provision (pf))	4	No	No	Observed the handwashing sink in the kitchen by the storage shelf with no paper towels. Advised PIC that a hand drying device must be provided at all times at all hand sinks.
3-1C	Food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (511-6-1.04(1) – safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p))	9	No	No	Observed old adulterated raw chicken with a brownish red color in the walk in cooler. This is a repeat violation a third will result in permit suspension.
4-1A	Food separated and protected (511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) – packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c))	9	No	Yes	Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal food (raw chicken) stored next to ready to eat food (celery).
4-2A	Food stored covered (511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) – packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c))	4	No	Yes	Observed two pans of raw chicken stored below a wall in walk in cooler containing severe rust and a mold-like substance that wasn’t covered to protect from contamination. This is a second repeat violation. PIC was advised that the rust needs to be treated on the wall or a panel installed. A plan of action must be submitted in regards to repairs.
6-1A	Proper cold holding temperatures (511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p))	9	No	No	Observed food items in the walk in cooler at temperatures above 41F.
8-2B	Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (511-6-1.07(6)(c) – storage, separation (p))	4	No	No	Observed WD-40 and a can of Lysol spray stored next to single-use items in the kitchen. Advised PIC that all chemicals must be stored away from food and food contact surfaces to prevent contamination.
10D	Food properly labeled; original container (511-6-1.04(4)(d) – food storage containers identified with common name of food (c))	3	No	No	Observed two containers with a white substance that did not have a name to identify the product. All items that can’t be identified must have a common name/label on it.
12A	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (511-6-1.04(4)(q) – food storage (c))	3	No	Yes	Observed several boxes of fries stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. All food and food contact surfaces must be stored 6 inches above the floor. Also, observed onion rings and egg rolls stored in the reach in freezer without a cover to protect the food items. Observed a crack lid on the batter’s bin lid. The lid will need to be replaced to prevent contamination of food item.
12B	Personal cleanliness (511-6-1.03(5)(i) – hair restraints (c))	3	No	No	Observed employee preparing salad dressing/sauce cups without a hair restraint to properly hold hair while handling food items.
12C	Wiping cloths: properly used and stored (511-6-1.04(4)(m) – wiping cloths, use limitation (c))	3	No	No	Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the prep table. Also, observed wet wiping cloth stored in the reach in cooler under raw chicken.
14A	In-use utensils: properly stored (511-6-1.04(4)(k) – in-use utensils, between-use storage (c))	1	No	No	Observed utensils stored in water at 80F during food preparation. PIC advised that water has to be at 135F or above to properly sanitize in between use.
14C	Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 – single-service/single-use items stored 6″ off floor in clean, dry location (c))	1	No	No	Observed single-service items stored in the storage closet (room that was prohibited for storage) due to mold growth on the wall. This was advised during the last inspection. All food and food related items must be relocated from this area.
15A	Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (511-6-1.05(1)(i) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed cardboard used to line shelves and store sauce bottles. PIC advised that cardboard cannot be used, a nonabsorbent material must be used to line shelves. Observed rust build up on the exterior surface of the 3-compartment sink.
15B	Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips (511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) – temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf))	1	No	No	Observed PIC not aware of where the chlorine test strips were located in the facility. Facility must have chlorine test strips to test the chlorine sanitizer.
15C	Nonfood-contact surfaces clean (511-6-1.05(7)(d) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed shelves in the walk in cooler with several layers of build-up. Also, the walk in cooler fan contained black build up. Observed build up in the cabinet below the Coke machine in the lobby.
17B	Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) – using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c))	1	No	No	Observed trash build up around the dumpster area, opened grease container, and buckets stored on top of the grease receptable. Also, several bags of trash behind the dumpster. The dumpster area must be maintained.
17C	Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed mold build up on the walls in the storage area. Observed severe rust on the walls in the walk in cooler. The walls must be replaced or renovated by 7/15/25. Also, several layers of debris on the ceiling throughout the kitchen. This is a repeat violation that was identified on the previous inspection.
17D	Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (511-6-1.07(5)(d) – cleaning ventilation system, nuisance & discharge prohibition, cleaned in way not to cause contamination or create a public health hazard (c))	1	No	Yes	Observed the HVAC vents filled with dirt and rust debris. This is a third repeat if the vents are not cleaned within 10 days you will be subjected to suspension of the food permit.
18	Insects, rodents, and animals not present (511-6-1.07(5)(k) – controlling pests (pf, c))	3	No	No	Observed live flies throughout the kitchen. Pest control must come within a week. Email a copy of the service report to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov