A & D Buffalo
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at A & D Buffalo, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 30, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “personal cleanliness” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Compared to other Augusta restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed enployee leave food prep, open door for delivery, touch face and hair, and proceed to continue food prep without washing hands. Observed same employee rinse hands under water without soap and without drying hands when told handwashing was necessary. C/a: Corrected on-site. Employee was instructed to wash hands with soap and water before continuing food prep.
511-6-1.03(5)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed two unlabeled chemical working containers in back prep/dish area. C/a: Label working containers with a common name label.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing watch during active food preparation. C/a: Refrain from jewelry on the hands/wrists during active food preparation.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
74
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed beef patties stored uncovered in RIC on main line. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed container holding some sort of seasoning with no labeling in back prep area underneath prep counter. C/a: Label all food stored outside its original packaging.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoop left inside bulk ice machine. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen non-food contact surfaces (Walls, floors) not clean. Repeat violation. C/a: Clean sticky areas and wipe down walls and floor area near back entrance.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
82
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed Raid bug spray stored in back area with cleaning supplies. C/a: Contact pest control operator for pest issue. Residential use bug spray is not permitted for food establishments.
511-6-1.07(6)(l)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen non-food contact surfaces (walls, floors) not clean. C/a: Clean sticky areas and wipe down walls and floor area near back entrance.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed two small cockroaches near mop sink. C/a: Clean appropriately to deter pests. Contact pest control.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
78
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed Raid bug spray stored in dishwashing area of kitchen. C/a: Residential use only bug spray is not permitted for food establishments. If pests issue is present, contact a pest control operator.
511-6-1.07(6)(l)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored with use by date of 8/7/24. Observed chicken in three large containers with no labeling. C/a: ay close attention to discard/use by dates. Throw away expired chicken.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed employee phone on food contact surface. Repeat violation. C/a: Designate area for employee phones away from food prep.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing wrist band during active food prep. C/a: Refrain from jewelry outside of a plain band ring.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed several gnats throughout facility, C/a: Clean walls and other sticky areas that attract gnats. Determine a suitable method to deter gnats and other pests from facility.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
67
Mar 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed excess reddish brown build up inside ice machine. C/a: Clean food contact surfaces as needed.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of shortening and oil stored on floor throughout kitchen. C/a: Store all food 6" or higher off ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoop stored inside cornstarch container with handle inside. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself. Do not allow handles to come in direct contact with food product.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed foul odor at back door and container holding old grease/sludge open. C/a: Discard of old grease to remove odor from premises.
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live cockroach activity inside container/box holding oil stored on floor. Observed cockroach trap full. C/a: Remove old cockroach traps if full. Contact pest control if a pest issue is present.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was A & D Buffalo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at A & D Buffalo on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at A & D Buffalo?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at A & D Buffalo.
How does A & D Buffalo compare to other restaurants in Augusta?
A & D Buffalo most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 89.
Has A & D Buffalo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at A & D Buffalo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at A & D Buffalo means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is A & D Buffalo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, A & D Buffalo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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