Waycross, Ware County

Famous Wings

1101 KNIGHT AVE WAYCROSS, GA 31501

Food
Latest score
90
Apr 21, 2026
City
Waycross
County
Ware
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.

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

Score: 903 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed prepped food items (i.e., chicken, rice, diced vegetables, etc.) stored in reach in coolers throughout main kitchen with no form of date marking. TCS items must be properly date marked and used or disposed according to date.

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 flour and sugar stored in large storage containers with no form of labeling. Once removed from original packaging, ingredients must be labeled with common name of food item. Label containers.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(j) - heating, ventilation, air conditioning, system vents, designed to prevent contamination (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black, organic buildup on air vents/returns throughout dining area. Advised deep cleaning.

Oct 2, 2025

Routine

Score: 913 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 uncovered chicken, fish, and vegetables stored in reach in coolers throughout main kitchen. All items must be stored covered to protect against contamination. COS: lids provided for all uncovered items.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed prepped food items (i.e., fish, chicken, diced peppers, tomatoes, etc.) stored in reach in coolers throughout main kitchen with no form of date marking. TCS items must be properly date marked and used or disposed according to date.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(h) - walls & ceilings, studs, joists, & rafters, not exposed to moisture (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several ceiling tiles throughout lobby and main kitchen with evidence of water damage. Replace damaged tiles.

Apr 4, 2025

Routine

Score: 825 violations

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed fried chicken held on counter not in a hot holding unit and less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. All foods that are cooked must be held at a temperature of 135F or hotter. Operator states that he has ordered a warming cabinet.

1-2B - certified food protection manager

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

CFSM expired. *Get CFSM.

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ready to eat foods sitting on cutting board next to where raw meats were being prepped. *Ready to eat foods must be separated from the area where raw meats are being prepped to avoid contamination.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Tiles in kitchen floor are cracked/busted. *Replace bad tiles.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Some ceiling tiles in kitchen in disrepair. *Replace tiles.

Feb 24, 2025

Routine

Score: 824 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ready to eat foods stored next to and below raw fish and chicken. Food that is not ready to eat must be stored away from raw foods to avoid possible contamination. Operator states that he will only use prep top cooler for raw meats from now on.

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several food items not covered in coolers. All foods must be covered.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed gap at bottom right of rear door; thereby, prohibiting facility from being fully sealed when not in operation. All outer openings of building must be fully sealed to deter pest entry. Seal door.

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Current inspection report not posted. *Keep current inspection report posted.

Aug 8, 2024

Initial

Score: 965 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed gap at bottom right of rear door; thereby, prohibiting facility from being fully sealed when not in operation. All outer openings of building must be fully sealed to deter pest entry. Seal door.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed improper mop storage. Mop must be stored hanging to dry.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing/detached baseboards in dry storage area closet. Repair baseboards.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed light in dry storage closet to be missing protective shield/cover. Supply shield/cover.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed two lights under vent hood to be missing/not functioning. Supply/replace non-functioning bulbs to ensure adequate lighting.