Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant

1376 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant five times, with records going back to 2024. Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant was last inspected on Feb 24, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant scores about where you'd expect for a Athens restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Cardboard used as shelf liner on prep table shelves in back kitchen.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Multiple metal and plastic bins stacked wet on clean dish shelf. Allow to sir-dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Sep 8, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards on dry rack heavily marked.

511-6-1.05(6)(b)

Mar 5, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Ice scoop in upstairs ice bin has handle touching ice. Scoop removed.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

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

Inspector notes: Cutting boards throughout establishment heavily marked.

511-6-1.05(6)(b)

Aug 7, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods stored uncovered in prep freezer. Corrective action (CA): Food must be covered when stored in coolers unless actively cooling. Lids added to cover foods.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Feb 6, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Both upstairs and downstairs ice machines have buildup of mold. Corrective action (CA): Have machines cleaned more frequently and thoroughly to prevent buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Light gaps at the bottom of all outside doors - including stairway doors and upstairs porch allowing for potential pest entry. Have door seals replaced.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant.

How does Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Athens average of 88.

Has Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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