June inspections: strong results across Columbus eateries
State public health inspectors carried out food-safety checks at more than 90 restaurants, lounges, hotels and other establishments in Muscogee County during June. The Georgia Department of Public Health assigned letter grades based on points deducted from a baseline of 100. Of the restaurants inspected, 33 achieved perfect scores, and a total of 54 received an A grade.
Seven establishments received a B grade, and one establishment was given a C. According to state practice, establishments that earn a C or a U (unsatisfactory) will have at least one additional routine inspection within 12 months; B grades do not automatically trigger follow-up inspections.
- A grades: 54 establishments in Columbus and Muscogee County in June
- Perfect scores: 33 establishments with no deducted points
- B grades: 7 establishments
- C grades: 1 establishment
Where to find inspection details
Residents can view inspection reports and details for any establishment through the Georgia Department of Public Health’s online portal. The department explains that letter grades reflect point ranges: an A corresponds to 90–100 points, B to 80–89, C to 70–79, and U to 69 or fewer.
"An A grade means food safety is excellent," states the department's grading scale explanation.
Local examples and what the list shows
The list of restaurants in Columbus that received A grades in June includes national chains and locally operated spots across major corridors such as Airport Thruway, Macon Road, Buena Vista Road and Bay Avenue. Examples named in the report include Agave Bar and Grill at 1110 Broadway; Applebee’s at 2513 Airport Thruway; Chipotle at 3201 Macon Road, Suite 100; and Fuji Japanese Steakhouse. The full listing provides addresses and specific unit numbers where applicable.
| Inspection outcome | Number of establishments |
|---|---|
| A (90–100 points) | 54 |
| Perfect score (100 points) | 33 |
| B (80–89 points) | 7 |
| C (70–79 points) | 1 |
The June results reflect routine monitoring intended to protect public health by ensuring safe food handling, storage and preparation. For Columbus residents, the monthly published lists offer a way to check recent compliance records before dining out and to hold establishments accountable to safety standards.
