Candler-McAfee, DeKalb County

AMAZING WINGS

1975 CANDLER RD DECATUR, GA 30032

Food
Latest score
86
Jan 15, 2026
City
Candler-McAfee
County
DeKalb
Inspections
4

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jan 15, 2026

Routine

Score: 863 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 TCS foods inside prep top cooler not cold holding at 41°F (5°C) or below. CA: 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. COS: PIC discarded lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, turkey burger patties, shrimp, and chicken; other meat just brought out from the freezer to the prep-top cooler and which were still frozen were returned to the freezer

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that most recent inspection report was not posted at drive thru window. (An older inspection report was instead posted). CA: Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information.

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(h) - wet cleaning (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that fryer baskets were cleaned in a bucket in the mop sink. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be effectively washed to remove or completely loosen soils by using the manual or mechanical means necessary such as the application of detergents containing wetting agents and emulsifiers; acid, alkaline, or abrasive cleaners; hot water; brushes; scouring pads; high-pressure sprays; or ultrasonic devices.

Jun 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 855 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 TCS foods inside prep top cooler not cold holding at 41°F (5°C) or below.

COS the following TCS foods were voluntarily discarded, work order was placed for prep top cooler to be serviced.

-raw turkey burgers, raw beef burgers, raw beef steak, raw chicken, cooked shrimp, cut lettuce, sliced cheese, sliced tomatoes.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Upon arrival, there was no hand soap at the sole hand washing sink inside main kitchen.

COS hand soap dispenser was refilled.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Establishment does not have established procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food establishment.

COS written procedures completed according to EPA registered disinfectant.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Facility does not have most recent health inspection displayed inside main facility and drive thru window.

  1. 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.

  2. Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed single service containers stored outside of their protective packaging.

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.

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 856 violations

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 food stored uncovered in multiple locations: Prep top cooler (egg rolls, raw chicken, cooked shrimp) Deep freezer (all food items)

COS items were covered either using a lid or food grade wrap.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed facility having multiple cans of self applied pest control throughout the facility. Facility currently has licensed pest control and provided records, however the operator may not self apply pesticides.

COS cans moved to the office to be removed from facility.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed two food handling employees preparing food without wearing an effective hair restraint.

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.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a roach trap stored on the shelf above food prep sinks and next to clean utensils.

Insect control devices shall be installed so that:

(i) The devices are not located over a food preparation area; and

(ii) Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from contact with exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Facility has multiple live German roaches throughout the main kitchen.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 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 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the exterior of the griddle unclean to sight and touch. Equipment needs to be cleaned as necessary to prevent accumulation.

Aug 27, 2024

Initial

Score: 902 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed menu offering “catfish” for sale. Upon inspecting invoices, it was determined facility is offering “swai”. Menu must be updated to present fish being offered or obtain fish that is listed on menu.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed single service hinged containers stored directly on floor inside manager’s office. Observed single service hinged containers stored on counter tops, containers were not protected and some had grease and food splatter on the exterior.

Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) 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.