J Buffalo Wings and Deli
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
64
Score
With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 15, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.
Restaurants in Brookhaven average 86, so J Buffalo Wings and Deli trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No chemical sanitizer solution for food contact surfaces was made or available at time of inspection, neither in the 3-compartment sink or in a bucket for wiping cloths. CA: After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in: Chemical manual or mechanical operations, including the application of sanitizing chemicals by immersion, manual swabbing, brushing, or pressure spraying methods, using a solution as specified under subsection (6)(n) of this Rule. Contact times shall be consistent with those on EPA-registered label use instructions. COS: Kitchen staff made a chlorine solution between 50-100ppm for wiping cloths (See violation 12C) and demonstrated how to use testing strips for correct concentration.
511-6-1.05(8)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed numerous (15+) large stainless steel bowls covered in plastic wrap with par-cooked chicken wings in walk-in cooler. No date mark was on any of the containers. Other items in the cooler included date marks with the date of preparation written on them. Staff informed inspector they were prepared the day before. CA: refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. COS: PIC and staff marked containers with date of preparation
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dry or damp cloths being used to wipe counters in kitchen (see violation 4-2B). CA: 2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be:(i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and (ii) Laundered daily. 3. Cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes. 4. Dry wiping cloths and the chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be free of food debris and visible soil. 5. Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be stored off the floor and used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utens...
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no signs at hand sinks notifying employees to wash hands. CA: Handwashing Signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. COS: Staff posted DKPH provided hand washing signs at each handwashing sink
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no posted inspection report at time of inspection. CA: 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. COS: PIC posted inspection report next to cash register at eye level
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no posted permit at the time of inspection. PIC informed inspector that it was not up while they wait for ordered frames. Inspector discussed that they still must be posted even with tape in meantime. CA: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers COS: PIC posted permit on wall
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
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Oct 10, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was J Buffalo Wings and Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J Buffalo Wings and Deli on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
How does J Buffalo Wings and Deli compare to other restaurants in Brookhaven?
J Buffalo Wings and Deli most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Brookhaven average of 86.
Has J Buffalo Wings and Deli's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at J Buffalo Wings and Deli have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at J Buffalo Wings and Deli means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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