Forest Park, Clayton County

Taqueria El Canaston

4140 JONESBORO RD STE 1115 FOREST PARK, GA 30297

Food

Latest score

Feb 19, 2026

City

Forest Park

County

Clayton

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 19, 2026

Routine

Score: 854 violations

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4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed container of raw beef stored with cooked steak and cooked vegetables at grill prep reach in cooler. COS: PIC moved with proper separation. CA: Properly store food items according to final cook temperature.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed jug of milk with expiration date of February 18th in rear reach in cooler. COS: PIC discarded. CA: Do not use products past expiration date.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed scoops with handles down in container of peppers and sugar at front grill prep area. COS: PIC moved scoops. CA: Properly store utensils between use.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employee jacket stored on top of flour container in rear dry storage. Also observed employee make up and tooth brush stored in bag next to single use spoons, lids, and cups in rear dry storage. COS: PIC moved items to designated area. CA: Properly store employee personal items to prevent cross contamination.

Aug 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 943 violations

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed cooked rice cooling in front of fan on cart. COS: PIC moved cooked rice to shallow pans and put in reach in cooler. CA: Use proper cooling methods to rapidly cool TCS food items

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed reach in cooler in main kitchen (merchandise cooler) not holding temperatures 41 degrees or below. Advised to repair or replace with commercial reach in cooler. CA: All equipment shall be kept in good repair.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee personal items stored in food storage areas on shelves and in reach in cooler. CA: Advised PIC designated areas shall be provided to avoid contamination

Feb 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 824 violations

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Upon arrival, observed PIC in main kitchen sitting at prep table eating in main kitchen. Advised to move to seating in front food service. COS: PIC discarded food. CA: Employees shall not eat in food prep areas.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed can of RIAD bug spray stored next to container of onions in main kitchen. Also observed can of RIAD bug spray stored next to sleeves of single use cups at front food service. COS: PIC moved with proper separation. CA: Properly store pesticides.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed large over filled pot of meat soup in the cooling process in reach in cooler. Advised PIC to use proper cooling methods i.e. advised to place in shallow metal containers, use ice wand, and monitor timeframe. to rapidly cool TCS food items. CA: Use proper cooling methods to rapidly cool TCS food items.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employee with food prep duties with bracelets on both wrists. Advised cannot wear bracelets or jewelry on wrists/ hands except for smooth wedding band. COS: Employee removed. CA: Do not wear bracelets or jewelry o hands/wrists save for a smooth wedding ban only.

Jul 24, 2024

Followup

Score: 971 violation

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12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee with food prep duties with bracelets on both wrists. Advised cannot wear bracelets or jewelry on wrists/ hands except for smooth wedding band. CA: Do not wear bracelets or jewelry o hands/wrists save for a smooth wedding ban only.

Jun 20, 2024

Routine

Score: 778 violations

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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee moving trash bin then touching food equipment without washing hands. COS-employee washed hands

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee open beverage on the counter with food items for restaurant. COS-beverage was discarded

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink with no paper towels available. COS- paper towels were supplied

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink completely obstructed by floor mat covering it and gloves stored inside. COS- items were removed

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no vomit/fecal clean up procedures and no vomit/fecal clean up kit. Advised to obtain procedure and supplies to implement procedure

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several containers of food in the coolers and freezers stored uncovered. Advised to cover food items

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food contact surfaces of chopper, tongs and strainer stored clean with old food debris. Advised to clean to sight and touch

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed large container of pork cooling using improper cooling methods. Advised to place in shallow containers and monitor timeframe.

Nov 9, 2023

Followup

Score: 882 violations

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4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several food items stored uncovered in coolers. Advised PIC to cover. CA: Cover all food items. R

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed can of BEHR spray paint stored directly next to bag of salt in rear dry storage. Also observed 2 cans of RAID bug spray above lemon juice, juices, sodas, and can of fruit cocktail with nozzle of bug spray pointing toward food items. COS: PIC moved both spray paint and bug spray to designated area away from food and food contact surfaces.

Oct 12, 2023

Routine

Score: 777 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed milk in front service reach in cooler (merchandise cooler) measuring above 41 degrees F. COS: PIC discarded. Advised PIC not to use merchandise cooler for TCS food items. CA: All TCS food items shall be cold held at 41 degrees F or below.

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cooked pork held in main kitchen reach in cooler, preppped at 9:12 & 10:12 am reading 73 & 74 degrees F. COS: PIC discarded. CA: TCS food items shall be cooled rapidly using proper cooling methods from 135 to 70 degrees F within 2 hours and 70 to 41 degrees F or below within remaining 4 hours.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several food items stored uncovered in coolers. Advised PIC to cover. CA: Cover all food items.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed spatulas, ladles, & tongs stored clean with build up and in need of cleaning. Advised PIC to clean. CA: All food contact equipment shall be clean to sight and touch.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed two containers of dish soap stored directly next to bagged bread in dry storage. COS: PIC moved dish soap to location with other cleansers. CA: Keep toxic substances stored in designated areas away from food items.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food in cooling process in two reach in cooler cooling in overfilled pots. CA: Rapidly cool using proper cooling methods.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed reach in cooler door not sealing on reach in cooler in main kitchen. Advised PIC to repair. CA: All equipment shall be kept in good repair.