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LOS POTROS MEXICAN RESTAURANT
233 WAX RD , SILVER CREEK, GA 30173 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 15, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, menu & labeling and pest control.
Inspection history
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B82July 15, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, menu & labeling and pest control.
Observed multiple TCS foods (sliced tomatoes: 52 degrees Fahrenheit, shredded lettuce: 50 degrees Fahrenheit) cold holding at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in a prep top cooler on the main cook line.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed TCS food (raw shrimp: 50 degrees Fahrenheit) cold held in an ice bath on the main cook line.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed multiple working containers of various chemicals without proper labeling.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”Observed live roach bug present in the main kitchen area.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed damaged section of the exterior door leading to the main kitchen allowing for daylight to be seen when the door is closed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”B81December 10, 20257 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and temperature control.
Observation: Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket in main kitchen with a ppm of >200. Corrective Action: Discussed proper maximum sanitizer concentration for chlorine sanitizer (100 ppm) with employees. The employee discarded and remade the chemical sanitizer - verified at 100 ppm. Chlorine test strips were verified in the facility.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)”Observation: Observed spray bottle of chlorine sanitizer without a label in the dish area. Corrective Action: Discussed labeling all working containers with their common name with the employees. The bottle was properly labeled.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”Observation: Observed employee drink stored in a metal tumbler on food prep table in the main kitchen area. Corrective Action: Discussed personal beverages - only a single use cup with a lid and straw may be used. The beverage container was removed from the kitchen area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observation: Observed multiple food items stored uncovered in multiple cold-holding in the main kitchen area. Corrective Action: Discussed keeping foods stored covered unless it is actively cooling with employees. All food was properly covered.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observation: Observed multiple containers of raw chicken thawing at room temperature in main kitchen area. Corrective Action: Discussed proper thawing procedures of frozen foods with the PIC and staff members. Multiple temperatures were taken to ensure that the chicken was at less than 41 degrees Fahrenheit (33F ,32F ,35F). The boxes of chicken were moved to the walk in cooler to be properly thawed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observation: Observed raw shrimp stored in a pan with melted ice and in direct contact with water. Corrective Action: Discussed keeping water/ ice out of direct contact with food with the PIC. The shrimp was discarded by the employees.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)”Observation: Observed gasket on walk in freezer unit in poor repair and in need of replacement. Corrective Action: Discussed having the gasket replaced with the PIC. Per the PIC the gasket is ordered. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”A99April 8, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed accumulation of ice under walk in freezer floor from a leak in the walk in freezer.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”C78March 31, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 4 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Observed raw packaged beef thawing above ready-to-eat items (cooked chicken, rice, cheese dip) in walk 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)”Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Observed raw steak and raw chicken stored on the top shelf of food prep cart above ready-to-eat foods (cut peppers, cut onions).
−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 food hot holding at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese dip on steam table holding at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit (109 degrees Fahrenheit).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed handwash sink in dish area not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers stored in handwash sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”A96August 21, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving food-safety requirements.
Observed shrimp in pan with melted ice and in contact with water.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)”Observed floor tiles in kitchen and in back storage room in need of repairs and replacement and wall in back storage room with hole and broken base boards close to dish area.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”B85December 18, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed several TCS foods cold held above 41 degrees. Diced tomatoes 43, raw shrimp 43, raw beef 45, raw chicken 50 degrees. All TCS foods were placed less than 3 hours prior.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed several plates with food debris stored with clean plates intended for serving.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”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 0272. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.