Nick's Buffet
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2024, Nick's Buffet has five inspections in the public record. On Mar 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Looking across the full record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Among Brunswick restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had a spray bottle of cleaner that was not labeled with the common name of the chemical. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that all spray bottles/working containers of chemicals and other potentially toxic substances are properly labeled with the common name of the chemical.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had multiple light fixtures that displayed a buildup of old pest. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that old pest are removed from the facility often enough to prevent their buildup.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
86
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had potentially toxic substances stored above sugar, flour, clean aprons, and boxes of canned coca cola. COS: Items were moved when identified. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that all potentially toxic substances are properly stored below and away from food, clean equipment, and single service items.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility has old grease buildup and disrepair in multiple areas of the facility. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that the facility is being dep cleaned and repaired often enough to ensure that facility is kept clean and in good condition.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
82
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers with chemicals (Bleach, Windex, WD-40 oil, body lotion) being stored on a table alongside food items (Banana pepper bottles, tea urns) and napkins in the kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Removed. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above/beside food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container with bleach sanitizer solution at a concentration well above 200 ppm (Bleached test strip) in the main kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: Remade sanitizer solution. CA: Chlorine chemical sanitizer solution must be kept within the allowed range of 50 ppm to 100 ppm to avoid toxic chemical contamination.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a cell phone being stored on top of salt container in kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Removed. CA: Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
70
Nov 13, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility deli slicer displayed significant visible food buildup. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned thoroughly to avoid contamination.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at the handwashing sink by the back door at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager placed paper towels at sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, a heated-air hand drying device, or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
82
Jun 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility deli slicer displayed significant visible old food buildup. CA: Management stated that the machine will not be used until it has been thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. The also stated that they will clean the machine more thoroughly after each use.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had missing ceiling tiles in the main kitchen area above an ac unit. CA: Glynn Eh instructs facility to properly seal the ceiling area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that multiple storage racks inside of the walk in cooler displayed significant buildup and growth on them. CA: Management stated that a deep clean is scheduled and the racks will be removed and cleaned/sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nick's Buffet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nick's Buffet on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nick's Buffet?
Across the inspection record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nick's Buffet.
How does Nick's Buffet compare to other restaurants in Brunswick?
Nick's Buffet most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brunswick average of 88.
Has Nick's Buffet's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nick's Buffet have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nick's Buffet 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 Nick's Buffet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nick's Buffet is inspected around three times per year on average.
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