Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Personal cleanliness” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 93, which Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill's 86 doesn't quite reach. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler prepping foods while wearing wrist jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Employee removed the wrist jewelry.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the lid on the outside grease receptacle open. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: Contain food residue and are not in continuous use or with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. Employee closed the lid.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked pork tamales thawing on the countertop. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or less. Employee moved tamales to the reach cooler to complete the thawing procedure.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
86
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler prepping foods while wearing wrist jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Employee removed the wrist jewelry.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door propped open during inspection. Outer openings shall be closed at all times to avoid entry to pests. Close the back door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
90
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels dispensing from the paper towel dispensers at the hand washing sinks in the main kitchen. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with Individual, disposable towels. COS: Person in charge replaced the paper towels at the hand washing sinks.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed single use cup being used to dispense corn in the main kitchen. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. Obtain scoop with handle.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed an employee's backpack being stored on top of drinks used for customers. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Place personal items away from items used for customers.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
82
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple employee cups and open bottles within the prep area of the kitchen. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. Employee discarded the containers.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler prepping foods while wearing wrist jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Employee removed the wrist jewelry.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food handler with a beard greater than one-half inch in lenght preppring food items. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. Obtain appropriate beard restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed single use bowl and cup being used to dispense salt and other seasonings in the main kitchen. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. Obtain scoop with handle.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the lid on the dumpster open while trash stored inside. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered:With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
78
Oct 17, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 30, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill.
How does Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill compare to other restaurants in Warner Robins?
Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Warner Robins average of 93.
Has Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill 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 Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chef Luis Mexican Food & Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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