Barrio Tacos

3601 Altama Ave, Brunswick, GA 31520
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Barrio Tacos stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Barrio Tacos scores about where you'd expect for a Brunswick restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with chemical sanitizer in the kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management labelled bottle. CA: Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed freezer in dry storage area had a large blood/water buildup in the bottom area at the time of this inspection. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
86
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several refrigerated TCS food items (broth, chicken, tamales, etc.) being stored without a date label throughout the facility at the time of this inspection. COS: Food items discarded. CA: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three large sacks with flour, beans, and onions being stored directly on the floor in back area of kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: Items where removed from floor. CA: Food shall be stored 6" above floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
86
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two containers with toxic chemicals being stored beside sodas in dry storage area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management relocated chemicals. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed paper towel dispenser in men's bathroom did not have paper towels at the time of this inspection. COS: Management replenished paper towel dispenser. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with paper towels or hand drying device.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two large pots being stored directly on floor in dishwashing area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management relocated pots. CA: Utensils, equipment and linens must be stored at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
74
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two sanitizer buckets in the kitchen area with Quat. sanitizer concentrations below the allowed 200 - 400 ppm at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager replaced old sanitizer with fresh sanitizer. CA: Quat. sanitizer shall be kept within the allowed range of 200 - 400 ppm.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single service items being used as scoops in the dry storage area at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager discarded single service items. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
86
Jul 17, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Barrio Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Barrio Tacos on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Barrio Tacos compare to other restaurants in Brunswick?

Barrio Tacos most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brunswick average of 88.

Has Barrio Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Barrio Tacos have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Barrio Tacos 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 Barrio Tacos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Barrio Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.