Jefferson, Jackson County

MARISCOS & COCOS DOÑA REYNA

5641 HWY 129 PENDERGRASS, GA 30567

Food

Latest score

Apr 25, 2026

City

Jefferson

County

Jackson

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.

Apr 25, 2026

Routine

Score: 962 violations

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12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food handlers with improper jewelry (watches, bracelets) on hands/wrists. Food handlers may only wear a single smooth metallic wedding type band ring on hands/wrists while handling food. Jewelry removed. COS

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed to go cup in sugar as scoop. DO not use/reuse single service articles. Provide proper scoop with handle and store in food items with handle exposed. Cup removed. COS.

Mar 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 962 violations

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16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed low cold-water pressure at hand sink. Check for restriction and repair to provide adequate flow for tempering very hot water at hand sink.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed in use knife stored between 3 comp sink back splash and wall (unable to properly clean and sanitize wall between back splash and wall). Knife removed to sink for washing and sanitizing.

Aug 12, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed both posted CFSM certificates are expired. Post current CFSM certificate in public view by 8/20/24

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple roll fly strips being used in food prep and service area and quite full of insects. Roll fly strips not approved for food service area use. Remove fly strips to external areas of facility and utilize proper pest control devices and methods for interior of operation. Contact pest control company for guidance and assistance.

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 numerous "clean" knives stored between 3 comp sink back splash and wall (unable to properly clean and sanitize wall between back splash and wall). Knives removed to sink for washing and sanitizing. Also observed single service forks (In prep area) and utensils on front service area stored either with food ends upright or mixed> Keep clean utensils stored with food ends down or if stored flat, with food ends in same direction to avoid potential contamination of food end contamination.

Jan 27, 2024

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed household RAID stored on ledge next to back kitchen door. Corrective Action: Person-in charge (PIC) instructed pesticides are not permitted in Food Service Establishments. PIC discarded RAID.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed back kitchen door left open. Door closed.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed single service cup stored in ice bucket being used as scoop in front of establishment. Scoops must have handles. Scoop removed.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(h) - dressing areas and lockers, designated and provided (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee items stored throughout kitchen’s dry storage area. Employee storage area not provided. Establish designated employee storage area.