Moe's Original BBQ

1421 6Th Ave, Columbus, GA 31906
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Moe's Original BBQ, 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.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 94, which Moe's Original BBQ's 74 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several time/temperature control for safety foods on premises cold holding at temperatures above 41 °F. See temperature observations. 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. Person in charge discarded food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several time/temperature control for safety foods hot holding at temperatures above 135°F. See temperature observations. 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. Person in charge discarded food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
74
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pink residue on ice chute of ice machine located in main kitchen. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Person in charge cleaned ice chute.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sinks in main kitchen, warewashing, and bar area lacking proper 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. Person in charge posted handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
86
Jan 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 13, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moe's Original BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moe's Original BBQ on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moe's Original BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Moe's Original BBQ.

How does Moe's Original BBQ compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

Moe's Original BBQ most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Columbus average of 94.

Has Moe's Original BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Moe's Original BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Moe's Original BBQ 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 Moe's Original BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moe's Original BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.