Columbus, Muscogee County

KIM'S HOT WING EXPRESS

3360 BUENA VISTA RD 23, 24 COLUMBUS, GA 31906

Food
Latest score
100
Feb 20, 2026
City
Columbus
County
Muscogee
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 20, 2026

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

Score: 941 violation

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, chicken patties, mixed vegetables, mozzarella sticks, dumplings, and hush puppies stored uncovered in reach-in freezer located in main kitchen area. Food shall be protected from cross-contamination by: except as specified under paragraph 2 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. Person in charge put lids on food items.

Dec 23, 2024

Routine

Score: 922 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed facility lacking a Certified Food Safety Manager in its employ at time of inspection. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the foodservice establishment during all hours of operation. Priority foundation item must be corrected within 10 calendar days.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed grilled chicken, mixed vegetables, hushpuppies, dumplings, and mozzarella sticks stored uncovered in reach-in cooler located in main kitchen area. Food shall be protected from cross-contamination by: except as specified under paragraph 2 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. COS: Person in charge put lids on food items.

Apr 4, 2024

Routine

Score: 813 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed several food items located in prep top cooler and reach-in cooler cold holding at temperatures above 41*F (see temp log). 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. Person in charge discarded food items.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed containers holding garlic pepper, parmesan, and salt located in main kitchen not labeled. Containers holding food removed from their original packaging that is not easily recognizable such as cooking oils, salt, sugar, spices, etc. shall be labeled in English with the common name of the food. Person in charge wrote a label on food items.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed cooking oil and vinegar located in dry food storage stored on the floor. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least six inches above the floor. Person in charge placed oil and vinegar on a rack.

Aug 23, 2023

Routine

Score: 853 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chicken wings stored in reach-in cooler cold holding at 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 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 degrees Fahrenheit or below. COS: Person in charge discarded chicken wings.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed containers holding flour and grits located in main kitchen not labeled. Observed bottles holding cooking oil, butter, and sauce located next to grill in main kitchen not labeled. Containers holding food removed from their original packaging that is not easily recognizable such as cooking oils, salt, sugar, spices, etc. shall be labeled in English with the common name of the food. Core items should be corrected within 72 hours.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ketchup boxes stored on floor in main kitchen. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least six inches above the floor. Core items shall be corrected within 72 hours.