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Fuego Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar
260 FOOTHILLS PKWY , MARBLE HILL, GA 30148 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 24, 2025): Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving pest control, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep. This restaurant scored as low as 70 on August 29, 2024 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A94July 24, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving pest control, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Observed several live flies in the kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”Observed most recent inspection report was not posted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed ripped gasket in reach-cooler.
−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)”C77June 23, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed Prep-Top Cooler, Reach-in Cooler (same unit as prep top), and Reach-in Cooler Drawer (under grill) temping at above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Management has been contacted to have maintenance to fix unit.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed dish machine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer. Contact maintenance. While dish machine is not dispensing sanitizer, machine can be used to wash dishes, but everything must be sanitized in the 3-compartment sink before air drying. Recommend using 2 of the 3-compartments for sanitizer to accommodate the number of dishes.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed no soap and broken dispenser at hand sink in kitchen.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed several live flies in the kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed employee with open beverage on top of dish drying rack.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed cook with no hair restraint.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”A96October 7, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving pest control.
Observed back door left cracked open. Door is difficult to fully close, but is sealed when properly closed. COS.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”C70August 29, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 3 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed raw eggs stored over cooked meats and raw shrimp stored over raw lemons. All foods must be properly vertically stored based off of minimum internal cook temperature. All raw meats must be stored below ready-to-eat and cooked 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 cold-held foods being kept in Prep-Top Cooler, Reach-in Cooler (same unit as prep top), and Reach-in Cooler Drawer (under grill) temping at above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Management has contacted maintenance to fix unit. Maintenance had already been contacted to fix reach-in freezer that is not currently being used.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed Dish Machine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer. Staff has already contacted dish company to have unit serviced. While dish machine is not dispensing sanitizer, machine can be used to wash dishes, but everything must be sanitized in the 3-compartment sink before air drying. Recommend using 2 of the 3-compartments for sanitizer to accommodate the amount of dishes. 3-Compartment sink sanitizer: 100ppm Chlorine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed back door and dry storage door left open. When closed, both doors have holes/gaps in door. Must keep doors closed to keep bugs out of kitchen/storage area.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed gaskets on bottom of reach in cooler (under prep top) with torn gaskets on the bottom of the door. All cooler gaskets need to be in good condition and kept clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(h) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed missing ceiling tiles in dish pit area and kitchen. Observed warped light shield.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”This inspection deducted 30 points, but only 27 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
A93December 19, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed Dish Machine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer. Owner contacted dish machine company to have unit serviced. While dish machine is not dispensing sanitizer, machine can be used to wash dishes, but everything must be sanitized in the 3-compartment sink before air drying. 3-Compartment Sink Sanitizer: 100ppm Chlorine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed missing ceiling tiles in dish pit area.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (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 31120185. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.