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El Maguey Mexican Restaurant
103 PARKER AVE , BROOKLET, GA 30415 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 13, 2026): Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, chemical safety and temperature control. This restaurant scored as low as 64 on July 23, 2024 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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C78July 13, 20267 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, chemical safety and temperature control.
Observed chemical bottles stored in handwashing sinks. COS moved to proper storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Chemicals in working containers must be labeled with the common name.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”Observed multiple potentially hazardous foods stored in dairy cooler with internal temp above 41F. COS items discarded. This type of cooler may not be the best choice for a frequently opened cooler in a hot kitchen.
−9 points · Cited as “null”Handwashing sinks shall only be used for handwashing. No dishwashing supplies may be present, other chemicals may not hang over sink.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed food items stored on floor in storage room. All food, linens, and single-use items must be stored 6" off the floor.
−3 points · Cited as “null”Restrooms and all handwashing sinks must have handwashing sign posted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)”Restroom door must be self closing and kept fully closed except during cleaning.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(i) - closing toilet room doors (c)”A91January 2, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, pest control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed improper cooling of pico de gallo made 1/2/26 in a tightly wrapped container.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed back door with broken seal allowing light into facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed chest freezer damaged & chipped.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed damaged floor tiles in back room behind bar area.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”A93May 28, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and temperature control.
Observed hand washing station without paper towels. COS: PIC replaced towels.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed freshly diced tomatoes placed in prep top cooler without being properly cooled.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”A92July 25, 202411 violations
Inspectors recorded 11 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and facility upkeep.
OBSERVED DAMAGE TO FREEZER LID.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)”OBSERVED MULTIPLE LIVE ROACHES IN FACILITY.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP SURFACES.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”OBSERVED DAMAGE AAROUND REAR EXTERIOR WINDOW.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(n) - exterior walls and roofs, protective barrier (c)”OBSERVED DAMAGE TO REAR DOOR SEAL.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(n) - exterior walls and roofs, protective barrier (c)”OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
−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 DAMAGED/MISSING MOP BOARDS.
−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 DAMAGED/MISSING FLOOR TILES.
−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 DAMAGED WALLS.
−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 MISSING/DAMAGED WALL TRIM.
−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)”CLEAN AND REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS.
−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)”U64July 23, 202411 violations
Inspectors recorded 11 violations, 6 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN STORED ABOVE VEGETABLES AND OTHER FOODS.
−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 MULTIPLE FOOD ITEMS STORED IN DRAWER COOLER NOT REACHING 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW- CHICKEN, BEEF, TOMATO, SHRIMP.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”OBSERVED MULTIPLE FOOD ITEMS IN REACH IN COOLER NOT REACHING 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW- CHEESE, CHICKEN.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”OBSERVED LEAK FROM FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”OBSERVED MULTIPLE FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS PRESENT IN FACILITY DURING INSPECTION.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FLIES IN KITCHEN.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”OBSERVED FOOD ON HOT HOLD LINE STORED UNCOVERED. FLIES PRESENT ON FOOD.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS NOT STORED IN SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”OBSERVED ICE MACHINE DRAINING ONTO GROUND SURFACE AND STORM DRAIN THROUGH PIPE IN GROUND.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(4)(h),(i) - approved sewage disposal; system; other liquid wastes and rainwater (p) (c)”OBSERVED DISHES STORED IN FOOD PREP SINK.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(f) - warewashing sink, use limitations (c)”OBSERVED DAMAGES/DEBRIS ON FLOORS, WALL, CEILINGS.
−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)”A91December 11, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Observed three compartment sink set up with no sanitizer compartment. COS: pic properly set up three compartment sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed taco shells improperly stored to prevent contamination. COS: Pic properly stored items.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (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-016-000519. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.