Chela's Kitchen

1811 Lincolnton Rd, Washington, GA 30673

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Oct 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Chela's Kitchen has been inspected three times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 10, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Restaurants in Washington average 95, so Chela's Kitchen trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler not have capacity to hold temp below 41f CA: ensure prep top cooler can hold food at or below 41f, if it needs to be repaired then do so, otherwise ensure there is not too much food at the top

511-6-1.05(3)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed towels being used on drying rack for dishes CA: ensure dishes are air dried, towels not used to catch water

Apr 4, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed diced tomatoes in prep top at 50 degrees F for cold holding C/A - keep all TCS foods below 41 degrees F for cold holding.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer in use in 3-compartment sink. C/a - obtain bleach and test trips and set up sink for wash, rinse, and sanitize for all dishes used daily.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Jun 27, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chela's Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chela's Kitchen on file is from Oct 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Chela's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Washington?

Chela's Kitchen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Washington average of 95.

Has Chela's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chela's Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chela's Kitchen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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