Means Wingz & Thingz
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
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Public records currently show only one inspection for Means Wingz & Thingz. On Apr 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Food Service Establishment Inspection
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.05(2) Grease trap is damaged. Replace grease trap as soon as possible.
1200-23-01-.05(2)
Food properly labeled; original container, required records available
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.03(5)(a)7. Food containers in coolers are not labeled. Label all foods stored in containers outside the original container.
1200-23-01-.03(5)(a)7
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.03(3)(b)1. Buttermilk batter stored in cooler without a cover. Cover all food containers to prevent contamination.
1200-23-01-.03(3)(b)1
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.02(3) Cook staff observed no using a beard guard. Enforce hair restraint policy by having cook staff use a beard guard.
1200-23-01-.02(3)
Wiping cloths; properly used and stored
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.03(3)(d)4. Wiping cloth observed stored on counter. Store wiping cloth in sanitized bucket.
1200-23-01-.03(3)(d)4
Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.03(3)(d)5. Employee observed not washing hands and changing gloves after changing tasks. Wash hands and change gloves when changing task.
1200-23-01-.03(3)(d)5
Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(1) Food table shelves and food storage racks are observed having rust present. Replace or repair Rusty equipment as needed.
1200-23-01-.04(1)
Warewashing facilities, installed, maintained, used, test strips
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(5)(a) No test strips are present in this food facility. Obtain and use sanitizer test strips.
1200-23-01-.04(5)(a)
Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(6)(a)1.(iii) Storage racks, lower table shelves, exterior cooler and exterior containers are observed having food residue and or food deposits present. Clean all foods stored equipment daily and as often to maintain clean.
1200-23-01-.04(6)(a)1.(iii)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.05(2)(c)2. Toilet facility is dirty. Clean toilet and bathroom daily and as often as necessary to maintain clean.
1200-23-01-.05(2)(c)2
Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.06(5)(a) Ceiling, walls and floor are damaged. Repair or replace ceiling, walls and floor as needed.
1200-23-01-.06(5)(a)
Thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.04(2)(d)9. No thermometer observed in use to monitor cooked foods internal temperature. Obtain thermometer and monitor cooked food and cool down food temperatures.
1200-23-01-.04(2)(d)9
Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 1200-23-01-.06(3)(d) Ventilation above the deep fryer is heavily soiled with grease. Clean ventilation weekly or as often as necessary to maintain clean.
1200-23-01-.06(3)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Means Wingz & Thingz last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Means Wingz & Thingz on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Means Wingz & Thingz 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.
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