LEXINGTON, Oglethorpe County

La Cabana De Don Juan

777 ATHENS RD LEXINGTON, GA 30648

Food
Latest score
87
Mar 10, 2026
City
LEXINGTON
County
Oglethorpe
Inspections
4

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 10, 2026

Routine

Score: 876 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 2 hand sinks in food areas (dish room, cook line) blocked by equipment around them, or utensils/dishes in them blocking access. All hand sinks must be kept clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

No hand towels or hand drying provisions available at hand wash sinks in kitchen bar, and restrooms, except 1 sink (blocked) had 2 or 3 napkins remaining. Keep all hand sinks stocked with proper paper towels. Staff sent for emergency (truck did not arrive this morning) use paper towel rolls. COS.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed numerous date labels with discard date of 3/18/26 (greater then 7 days. Items incorrectly labeled corrected hold date of no more than 7 days with day 1 being date of prep. COS

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several live roaches at drink fountain. Control pest by 3/20/26.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed utensils with food ends up and exposed, and bowls upright and uncovered. Store items covered and/or inverted.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed rusted shelving by dish area wrapped in plastic liners. Do not use/reuse plastic wrap. Repair or resurface rusted shelving. Correct by 3/20/26.

Jul 22, 2025

Routine

Score: 877 violations

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Queso observed cooling using unapproved method (4 gallon plastic tubs sitting on top of ice). Corrective action: Food shall be cooled by approved methods (shallow metal pans, proper ice baths, etc.). Queso transferred to shallow metal pans and placed in ice bath in prep sink.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(g) - food tmd, provided and accessible; appropriate tmd for measuring thin foods (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Person in charge unable to provide digital food probe thermometer.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Employee observed working with food while wearing multiple bracelets. Corrective action: Nothing more than a plain ring band allowed on hands/wrists while working with food. Bracelets removed.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed hole present in exterior wall in dishwashing area where vent cover has detached from wall.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Multiple live roaches observed in kitchen.

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 metal scoop stored in bulk rice bucket with handle touching rice. Handle rearranged.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Covered waste receptacle not provided in ladies room.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

Score: 953 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed hole present in exterior wall in dish area where vent cover has detached from wall.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(h) - cleaning plumbing fixtures- handsinks, urinals & toilets (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no covered waste receptacle in women's toilet room.

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 FRP paneling peeling from wall beside back door.

Nov 3, 2023

Routine

Score: 904 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: Yes

Dishwashing area hand washing sink being used to hold dishes. Corrective action (CA): Hand washing sinks should only be used for washing hands. Dishes removed from sink.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Front hand washing sink not supplied with soap. CA: All hand washing sinks should always be stocked with soap. Soap restocked at sink.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Door open in kitchen to outside. Hole in wall air vent in dish area leading outside. Potential pest entry.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Handle of rice scoop touching rice in bulk rice container.