Braselton, Hall County

MONTERREY MEXICAN RESTAURANT

5745 OLD WINDER HWY BRASELTON, GA 30517

Food
Latest score
96
Mar 20, 2026
City
Braselton
County
Hall
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Mar 20, 2026

Routine

Score: 964 violations

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed encrusted material on can opener blade. Observed buildup of slime on soda gun nozzle and both pre-rinse sprayers. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately instructed food employee to clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces mentioned.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed table-tops and/or dining counters not being cleaned and sanitized routinely by using an approved method. Spray bottle was used with a wiping cloth rather than disposable towels. Dining counters and table-tops shall be cleaned and sanitized routinely after removing all soiled tableware and food trays shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use by one of the following methods: (i) A two step method in which one cloth, rinsed in sanitizing solution is used to clean food debris from the surface and a second cloth in separate sanitizing solution is used to rinse; (ii) Sanitizing solution is sprayed onto the surface and the surface is then wiped clean with a disposable towel. Corrective Actions: PIC reiterated to employee that disposable towels must be used when cleaning and sanitizing table-tops/dining counters using a spray bottle.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(c) - cooking & baking equipment (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed interior of microwave soiled. The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours. This subsection does not apply to hot oil cooking and filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified under subsection (7)(b)3(v) of this Rule. 2. The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately cleaned and sanitized the interior surface of the microwave.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Bar Area Low Temperature Dish machine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Observed to be 10 ppm. Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have minimum concentration of 50 ppm. Corrective Actions: PIC swapped chlorine concentrate with fresh bottle and concentration was measured to be between 50-100 ppm.

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

Score: 955 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several containers of food on steam table without coverings. Observed several containers of food in reach-in cooler without coverings. Observed pan of food in standing reach-in freezer without covering. Observed 2 containers of salsa in meat walk-in cooler without coverings.

Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination.

COS: PIC obtained coverings for all containers of food during inspection.

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 encrusted material on can opener blade.

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Note: PIC stated that the can opener blade will be cleaned at COB.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed trach can in unisex employee restroom without lid.

A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

Note: PIC stated a lid will be provided.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Observed warewashing machine data plate to be illegible.

All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Note: PIC will replace torn gaskets and replace data plate for dish machine.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(j) - ventilation hood system filters, designed to be readily removable for cleaning (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed 1 hood filter installed horizontally.

Filters or other grease extracting equipment shall be designed to be readily removable for cleaning and replacement if not designed to be cleaned in place.

Note: PIC stated hood filters will be rearranged and/or replaced as needed.

Jan 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 952 violations

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 ice dumped into hand sink upon arrival to facility. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Note: PIC cleared ice from hand sink and educated employees on proper use of hand sink.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dumpster without drain plug in place and refuse surrounding dumpster area. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Note: PIC will call appropriate personnel to install drain plug and will clean up area around dumpster.

Jun 5, 2023

Routine

Score: 952 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed dish machine in the bar area to have 0 ppm Cl final rinse sanitization. COS- The sanitization solution was changed out and the final rinse reading is 100ppm Cl. 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration, Hardness (P,Pf) (n) Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows:

  1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P

Concentration Range Minimum Temperature

MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC)

25-49 120 (49) 120 (49)

50-99 100 (38) 75 (24)

100 55 (13) 55 (13)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(k),(l) - storing refuse, recyclables & receptacles; areas, enclosures, & receptacles, good repair (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dumpster was observed missing lid, call waste company and request a lid, or dumpster replacement. 511-6-1.06(5)(k),(l) - Storing Refuse, Recyclables & Receptacles; Areas, Enclosures, & Receptacles, Good Repair (C) (l) Areas, Enclosures, and Receptacles, Good Repair. Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained in good repair.