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LA CABANA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
118 GADSDEN RD , CAVE SPRING, GA 30124 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 23, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and pest control. This restaurant scored as low as 73 on November 24, 2025 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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B89June 23, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
Observed residue accumulation on the interior surface of the microwave oven located in the main kitchen area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed unapproved sanitizer being used to clean tables.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)”Observed roach activity as evidenced by multiple dead roaches found in glue traps located in the dry storage and dish room.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”A91December 3, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Observation: Observed multiple potentially hazardous TCS foods cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk in cooler (Shrimp 47F, Raw Eggs 46F, Raw Beef 47F, Ranchera Sauce 46F) Corrective Action: Discussed cold holding temperatures for TCS foods with the CFSM. The CFSM discarded all TCS foods cold held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple foods cold cold holding at 41 degrees Fahrenheit were observed in the walk in cooler (thawing chicken 41F, Milk 41F, Cheese 41F). All foods that had been prepped less than 4 hours prior were moved to functioning coolers to properly cool. Discussed implementing temperature logs and limiting the time that the cooler door is open during food prep. The CFSM contacted a licensed service technician for cooler service to ensure proper cooler functionality. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”C73November 24, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and pest control.
Observation: Observed pans of raw chicken and raw beef stored above pans of house made sauce in walk-in cooler. Corrective Action: Discussed proper separation of raw animal foods with the PIC. The PIC relocated the pans of sauce. No contamination was observed at the time of the inspection - the raw chicken and beef were stored in individually portioned plastic bags. The PIC will re-educate employees on proper food storage.
−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)”Observation: Observed multiple potentially hazardous TCS foods cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in glass sliding door cooler (cooked beans 47F, cooked chicken 45F, Ambient 48F). Corrective Action: Discussed proper cold holding temperatures and cooling methods with the PIC. The foods had been prepared the night prior and placed into the cooler. The PIC discarded all TCS foods holding at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit and will contact a licensed technician to have the cooler serviced. The facility must not use the cooler to store TCS foods until rechecked by the Health Department.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observation: Observed potentially hazardous TCS food (salsa 50F) cold holding at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk in cooler. The salsa was observed to be in a large plastic container with the lid on. Corrective Action: Discussed proper cold holding temperatures and cooling methods for TCS foods with the PIC. Per the PIC, the salsa had been made the night before and placed into the walk-in cooler to be cooled. The PIC discarded the container of salsa. Multiple reference temperatures were taken to ensure the proper functionality of the walk in cooler.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observation: Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roach found in kitchen area. Corrective Action: Discussed frequency of pest control with the PIC. The facility must increase the frequency of pest control services as determined by the Health Department. Pest control was verified at the time of inspection (Arrow Exterminators - most recent visit 10/29/2025). This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observation: Observed multiple drinks without a lid and straw stored on prep tables in main kitchen area. Corrective Action: Discussed personal drinks with the PIC. All personal drinks must be stored in a single use cup with a lid and a straw. All personal drinks without a lid and straw were moved out of the kitchen area. The PIC will educate employees on personal beverages.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observation: Observed daylight around the backdoor leading into the main kitchen area. Corrective Action: Discussed replacing the weather stripping and/ or door with the PIC to ensure that no daylight is visible when the door is closed. The PIC will have the weather stripping replaced so that the door can be properly sealed when not in operation. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observation: Observed the gasket/ seals on glass sliding door cooler in poor repair and in need of replacement. Corrective Action: Discussed having the cooler gaskets/ seals replaced with the PIC. The PIC will have the gaskets/ seals replaced. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”Observation: Observed the baseboards in dish room boiler room in poor repair and in need of replacement. Corrective Action: Discussed having the baseboards repaired/ replaced with the PIC. The PIC will have the baseboards repaired/ replaced. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
−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)”B87March 19, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and temperature control.
Hot water not provided at employee handwash sink in main kitchen area.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)”Observed multiple potentially hazardous TCS foods cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple containers of cheese dip stored at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit (44 F, 45 F, 44 F) in glass sliding door cooler.
−9 points · Cited as “null”B85July 29, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Observed multiple potentially hazardous TCS foods cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed all foods cold held in glass sliding door cooler to be held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit (Refried beans 55F, Cheese Dip 58F, Pork 48F, Chicken 49F, Ambient 56F).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Observed dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed frozen chicken nuggets found stored in chest freezer uncovered and subject to contamination. Observed ice build up in container and on frozen chicken nuggets.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”B87October 26, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed potentially hazardous TCS food cold held at greater than 41 F. Observed shredded lettuce cold holding above 41 F in prep top cooler.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed potentially hazardous TCS food cold holding above 41 F. Observed raw shrimp on counter cold holding above 41 F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed residue buildup on soda nozzles.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, 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 0044. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.