Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar

42 Milton Ave, Alpharetta, GA 30009

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar, the earliest from 2024. Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar was last inspected on Feb 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Alpharetta average 92, so Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 20, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed various TCS food items above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC discarded food items.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance in the ice machine used for consumers. Advised PIC to clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Aug 22, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several TCS food items above 41. See temp log for readings. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P PIC will discard any items made before today.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed a Quats concentration below the recommended range. The recommended range is 150 - 400 ppm. Upon further investigation, the sanitizer and detergent line were kinked to the point where the chemicals couldn’t be pulled through the line. 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufacturer’s use directions included in the labeling, P and be used only in water with 500 ppm hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions; P PIC will contact their vendor to service their sanitizer line.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a black mold like substance on ice maker and bin of the ice machine. 5. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (i) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (ii) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; (iii) Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverag...

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Jan 31, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sinks blocked, containers inside hand wash sink. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. C/A COS: PIC removed containers.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar.

How does Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?

Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.

Has Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar 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 Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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