Monroe, Walton County

Oax-Mex Taqueria LLC

1700 BOLD SPRINGS RD STE C MONROE, GA 30656

Food

Latest score

Mar 2, 2026

City

Monroe

County

Walton

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.

Mar 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 878 violations

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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 back kitchen handwash sink being used as a dump sink. CA: PIC instructed to re-train employees to not dump items into sink. COS:PIC cleared out sink.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Seasoning blends on grill line and water, oil, and butter bottles on grill line not labeled with common name.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Bulk sour cream in 2-door reach-in not discarded after manufactures expiration date of February 10th 2026. COS:PIC discarded container.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Slab of meat in meat sink not thawing under continuous running water. COS:PIC turned on water to allow for adequate thawing.

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

Aluminum foil lining dry storage shelf

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

Household Hamilton beach mixer being used.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(r),(s) - frequency, removal of refuse, recyclables and returnables often enough to minimize odors and attracting pests; receptacles or vehicles, removal from premises in approved manner (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Trash buildup in dumpster area which could attract pest.

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: Yes

Flooring chipped throughout kitchen (under prep-cooler, all in dish room floor area, next to reach-in freezer).

Sep 15, 2025

Followup

Score: 926 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: NoRepeat: No

Observed Employee tumbler being stored on top of prep-cooler on counter. CA:PIC instructed to only allow employees drinks in a disposable cup with lid and straw to prevent contamination. COS:PIC removed cup and sanitized surface.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inspection score not visibly displayed for customers

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(b) - cutting surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Cutting boards heavily marked/scored in kitchen

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dumpster area has heavy trash build-up which could attract pests

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: Yes

Flooring chipped throughout kitchen (under prep-cooler, all in dish room floor area, next to reach-in freezer)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Lights out at vent-hood above stove

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 758 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: NoRepeat: No

Observed walk-in cooler and prep cooler that has multiple potentially hazardous foods* not holding at 41 degrees (F) or below. CA:PIC instructed to discard all potentially hazardous foods in both walk in and prep coolers that were made yesterday, and to voluntarily close until service tech can come out & service unit. COS:PIC discarded items and closed restaurant and will call back tomorrow (8/12/25) for re-opening.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed hot dogs and milk located in prep-cooler and 2-door reach-in respectively with a discard date of 8/9/25 not thrown out. CA:PIC instructed to discard all potentially hazardous foods after 7 days from opening. COS PIC discarded both items.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Bottles of oil, water,and liquid butter out of original packaging not labeled

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed weevels in bulk flour container. COS:PIC discarded bulk flour and washed, rinsed, sanitized container.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Back door doesn't completely self-close/self-lock

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Disposable single-service cups at front cash register not in protective liner

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

Walk-in cooler and prep-cooler not holding foods to 41 degrees(F) or below. Service tech has been called and will be fixed within 24 hours

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: Yes

Tiles chipping throughout kitchen area

Feb 13, 2025

Followup

Score: 807 violations

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed refried beans and queso in steamtable not hot-holding to 135 degrees F or higher. CA: PIC informed that items were placed more than 2 hours in unit. Due to items exceeding the the 2 hour time frame, PIC was instructed to discard food and raise water level to allow temperature in hot-holding well to maintain temps to 135 or higher. COS: PIC discarded items and raised water level in unit.

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: No

Observed evidence of dirt buildup inside carnival king drink mixers at front service station. CA: PIC instructed to increase cleaning frequency of machine to prevent buildup.

5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods

Regulation: 511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed two pans of ceviche located in both 2-door reach-in fridge and bottom of prep-cooler in kitchen not on menu. CA: PIC instructed to submit new menu with correct consumer advisory for ceviche due to item being raw.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(b) - cutting surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cutting boards were heavily marked in kitchen

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 warped lid on grill and warped silicone spatula in 3-compartment sink

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: Yes

Ceiling fan dirty in kitchen; Tiles chipping throughout kitchen area.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee phone stored on top of prep-cooler; employee drinks stored in dry goods area; Employee clothing stored in dry goods storage.

Jan 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 719 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: NoRepeat: No

Observed food employees on line cooking, then throwing items out, then going out back door to throw away produce outside, then proceeding to cook again without changing gloves. CA: PIC instructed to retrain employees to change gloves when switching tasks. COS: Employees removed soiled gloves, washed hands, and changed gloves

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed 2 cartons of milk in 2-door reach in cooler past manufacturer's expiration date of 01-10-25

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hot dogs in prep cooler and chicken legs in walk in cooler past the 7 day date mark. CA: PIC instructed to inventory foods daily. COS: PIC threw away foods.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(o) - medicines, restriction & storage (p, pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee medicine and vitamins stored on front prep table; liquid cold medicine stored in between food and dry storage. CA: PIC instructed to keep all medicines away from food areas. COS: PIC removed medicines

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Chicken not thawing under continuous water in 3-compartment sink

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Hanging fly traps above meat and veggie sink

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Hand washing sink hot water handle broken

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.5 (2)(jj) - food service equipment, acceptability.

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Hamilton Beach microwave not NSF approved

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: Yes

Flooring throughout kitchen chipped and cracked; ceiling fan dirty above prep table

Jun 13, 2024

Routine

Score: 905 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple bottles of purox bleach under 3-compartment sink and in dry storage not commercial. CA: PIC instructed to obtain commercial bleach.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed all seasoning containers on seasoning shelf near stove in bulk containers not labeled with common name.

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

Hamilton beach microwave not nsf-approved.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(q) - cleaning receptacles, in manner to prevent contamination and build-up (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Dumpster/grease receptacle area dirty with grease & litter

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: Yes

Floor chipping near prep-cooler, stove, & 3-compartment sink

Nov 9, 2023

Routine

Score: 8212 violations

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1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2) - pic present (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No designated Person-In-Charge at time of inspection. CA: Spoke with employee front of house throughout inspection & notified owner to designate and train an employee as a Person-In-Charge (PIC) for active control of the kitchen

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Sanitizer bucket being stored in back hand-wash sink along with food debris noted in hand-wash sink. CA: PIC at time was informed to make sure HW sink is used for hand washing only. COS: Bucket was removed and food debris cleaned out.

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

No established procedures or bucket/kit onsite at time of inspection for fecal-vomit events. CA: Owner informed to either buy a pre-made kit off food vendor or make a kit>handout given to employee

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: NoRepeat: No

All sanitizer buckets/spray bottles below 150ppm concentration in kitchen area. COS: PIC/employee at time remade buckets and instructed to change regularly through out the day.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Talipia not thawing under continuous running water and just sitting in meat sink. Employee informed that once fish is thawed, to cut out of packaging

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

Floor chipping near prep-cooler, stove, & 3-compartment sink

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Lights out at vent hood

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No Employee must wash hand sink at back hand wash sink in kitchen, and in Women's restroom

13B - compliance with georgia smoke free air act

Regulation: O.C.G.A. 31-12A-1 to 31-12A-13 - ga smoke free air act of 2005

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

NO SMOKING poster was not posted

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Tongs being stored on oven handle

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: NoRepeat: No

Plates not inverted on prep-top table

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(g)1,2 - storage areas, rooms, and receptacles, capacity & availability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dumpster/grease receptacle area dirty with grease & litter