Cogburn's Big Wings

2050 N Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026

Score

High Risk

Cogburn's Big Wings appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up five times.

By comparison, the average Chandler facility scores 95, putting Cogburn's Big Wings on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 16, 2026

Routine

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate (corrected on site)

5-202.13

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

3-302.11(A1-2)

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

3-501.18

Toxic materials not stored separately from food (corrected on site)

7-201.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No certified manager present

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Cook line cold table on the right side repaired with duct tape. Please repair properly

4-501.11

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a spray bottle of cleaner at the ware wash station without a label. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all cleaners and chemicals need a label to reduce risk of chemical contamination. PIC used a marker to write the name on the spray bottle at time of inspection

7-102.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a stack of cookie sheet pans stacked and wet between each pan. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all equipment needs to be air-dried after cleaning and sanitizing. PIC unstacked the pans and let them air dry at time of inspection. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing

4-901.11

Jun 9, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a red sanitizer bucket in the hand sink behind the bar. Discussed with the person in charge (PIC) that all hand sinks need to remain empty, easily accessible, and ready to use at all times. PIC removed bucket at time of inspection. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing

5-205.11

Warewashing Machines, Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There was 0ppm reading for chlorine in the ware wash machine. Person in charge (PIC) replaced the bottle of sanitizer and after some troubleshooting and priming, a reading was observed of 50pmm. PIC will ensure that test strips are being used when ware wash machine is used. Sanitizer shall be used as the final step in dish washing

4-204.117

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There was a red sanitizer bucket in the hand sink behind the bar. Discussed with the person in charge (PIC) that nothing can be in the hand sink, and nothing can block access to hand sinks. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: There was no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Aug 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a box of raw eggs stored over containers of cooked wings in the walk-in. The eggs were moved to a lower shelf at the time of inspection. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No person in charge with a Certified Food Protection Manager Certification was present at the time of inspection. A CFM must be present during all hours of the operation

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed a broken wall bracket for the nozzle for the three compartment sink. Repair as needed

5-205.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cogburn's Big Wings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cogburn's Big Wings on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cogburn's Big Wings?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Cogburn's Big Wings.

How does Cogburn's Big Wings compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Cogburn's Big Wings most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Cogburn's Big Wings' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cogburn's Big Wings have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cogburn's Big Wings means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Cogburn's Big Wings inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cogburn's Big Wings is inspected around three times per year on average.

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