Hog-N-Bones

1900 Memorial Dr, Waycross, GA 31501

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Hog-N-Bones, the earliest from 2024. Hog-N-Bones was last inspected on Mar 20, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Restaurants in Waycross average 89, so Hog-N-Bones trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 20, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Smoker racks with food residue left on the racks. CR: Clean after each use.

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

Inspector notes: Observed single service cups and paper towels stored on the floor of employee break room/drive-thru.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Dishwasher drain is missing and pouring out over the floor.

Jul 25, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Back door to kitchen has a gap at the bottom.

Jul 18, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Chicken salad on countertop cooler was not 41 degree Fahrenheit.

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

Inspector notes: Ice machine opening, moldy. CR: clean mold from ice machine opening. Alto-Sham in back of kitchen smells of burnt plastic inside. CR: Take out of service until thoroughly cleaned and air out to eliminate smell of melted plastic.

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

Inspector notes: Shelving in back of kitchen labelled, " Linda place" has food residue and dust build-up. CR: Clean shelving.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Damaged insulated black food containers damaged, could have pieces break off in food and contaminate the food with broken plastic. CR: discard containers.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Air diffuser in kitchen, dirty with grease build-up and dust.

Apr 29, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Boxes of coffee stored on floor and a #10 can of roasted red peppers found on the floor of dry storage. CR: All food items must be stored 6" of the floor.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Kitchen A/C vents dirty, and fans in kitchen dirty, with grease and dust.

Aug 15, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed old boston butt pieces stuck to racks in the smokers. *Clean racks after each use when smokers are turned off.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed dust buildup on air returns. *Clean air returns. Replace air returns that are rusted/peeling paint.

Jan 23, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed excessive food splatter on microwave ceiling in grill/prep area. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours or at a rate to prevent buildup and contamination (whichever comes first). Advised deep cleaning and scheduled routine cleaning.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

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

Inspector notes: Observed boxes of boston butts stored on floor in outdoor walk in cooler. All food items must be stores at least 6 inches above floor surface to protect against contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hog-N-Bones last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hog-N-Bones on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Hog-N-Bones compare to other restaurants in Waycross?

Hog-N-Bones most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Waycross average of 89.

Has Hog-N-Bones' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hog-N-Bones have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hog-N-Bones means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Hog-N-Bones inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hog-N-Bones is inspected around three times per year on average.

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