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RANCHO ALEGRE
518 N TENNESSEE ST , CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 30, 2026): Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 7 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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C74June 30, 20269 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 7 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed tortilla in direct contact with raw shell eggs on the prep counter. Raw shell eggs were then moved on top of a spatula that was in between use for the grill.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly cold holding above 41F in the prep top cooler, reach-in cooler and stored on the counter (see temp log).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly stored on the countertop hot holding below 135F (see temp log).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed potentially hazardous TCS food (rendered animal fat) that did not cool from 135F to 70F within 2 hours. At 1:30 pm the rendered fat was 78F and 75F and PIC stated that cooling began the day prior.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)”Observed container of jalapenos stored on the floor, then employee moved it to a food prep counter.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed employee wash utensil at the manual warewashing sink while no sanitzier (0ppm chloring on inspector test strip) was present in the sanitizer basin of the 3 compartment sink. Utensil was immediately used on the grill.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed no thermometer for measuring the internal temperature of foods available in the facility. Ca: Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(g) - food tmd, provided and accessible; appropriate tmd for measuring thin foods (pf)”Observed container raw chicken stored uncovered in the walk-in cooler and containers of rendered animal fat stored uncovered that had several insects in the food.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed an old inspection report publicly displayed and not the current report with a score of 71.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”C71June 22, 20267 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food source, temperature control and employee health.
Observed spoiled tomatoes in a bowl with assorted washed vegetables. Employee stated the bowl was going to be put away to use for salsa later.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)”Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly cold holding above 41F in the prep top cooler, double door reach-in cooler, and stored ambient on the countertop (see temp log). Cold held TCS foods shall maintain an internal temperature of at least 41F or below. COS: Foods were out of temp for less than 4 hours and were moved to rapidly cool. Prep top cooler will not be used for storage of TCS foods until verified to be properly cold holding.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed potentially hazardous TCS food (rendered fat) that did not cool from 135F to 70F within 2 hours. At 2pm the rendered fat was 73F and PIC stated that cooling began around 9 or 10am. Cooked TCS foods shall be cooled within 2 hours from 135F to 70F and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. COS: Food will be discarded.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)”Observed cans with severe dents in the hermetic seal. Employee stated the canned foods would be used for salsa.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(3)(e) - package integrity (pf)”Observed no documentation or an means of verifying that food employees received employee health training. Copies of the DPH-issued reporting agreements what were provided during a previous inspection were all left blank.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)”Observed multiple uncovered containers of washed produce throughout the facility.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed an old inspection report publicly displayed and not the current report with a score of 80.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”B80December 22, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, handwashing & hygiene and temperature control.
Observed raw beef stored above raw pork.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed two large containers of salsa and large container of shredded lettuce stored uncovered in RIC.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed scoop handles in direct contact with product (dry rice, shredded lettuce, cut limes, chopped onions).
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed large pan stored directly on floor in kitchen.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”B89July 18, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving food storage and facility upkeep.
Observed pan of raw beef stored above 3 shelves of raw pork in WIC.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed AC vent covers, ceiling tiles, and several areas of walls not cleaned at a frequency to maintain cleanliness to sight.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”B87January 23, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 3 of them critical, involving management & training, temperature control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed several blank copies of conditional reporting agreement (Spanish version given at last inspection). PIC had not yet had all employees sign and agree to reporting.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)”Observed no response procedures or means of cleaning up bodily fluids/spills in facility.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Observed pan of cooked steak in walk-in cooler not bearing a date mark label.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed multiple personal water bottles stored on prep counters and above food holding equipment.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed box of limes stored directly on the floor under prep table.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed scoop handle down in bulk container of beans and tongs with handle touching shredded lettuce in prep top cooler.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed several areas of physical facility not cleaned at a frequency to maintain cleanliness to sight.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”Observed ceiling tiles not in good repair throughout facility. Tiles are severely stained and appear to have water damage and grease buildup.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”B87May 13, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage and pest control.
Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat tortillas and lettuce in the reach in cooler.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed multiple roaches in facility, especially near the sinks. PIC stated that pest control visits once a month.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”A94September 28, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed insects crawling on the floor near tortilla chips buckets.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(b) - wiping cloths, air drying location (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-008-000198. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.