Cocina Tulum

904 S Thornton Ave, Dalton, GA 30720

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Cocina Tulum has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Restaurants in Dalton average 91, so Cocina Tulum trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple items in WIC not datemarked. Datemark when food it cooked/prepared. Observed cheese past discard date. PIC threw out cheese.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed steak and rice not hot holding at 135F or above. Please make sure all food being hot held is 135F or above. PIC states she will get steam table fixed. Rice and Steak moved.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Jul 3, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed drive thru window not self-closing. Ensure window is self-closing to avoid flies and other insects from coming into the establishment.

511-6-1.07(2)(k)

Jan 21, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed fume hood with no drip pan. Make sure fume hood has a drip pan to collect oil/ grease.

511-6-1.05(2)(n)

May 28, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed milk still being used after seven days of opening gallon. Make sure to toss out milk passed the seven days after opening.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

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

Inspector notes: Observed dish washing machine not sanitizing properly. Discontinued use until proving a sanitized dish. Use a 3 compartment sink method.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cocina Tulum last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cocina Tulum on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Cocina Tulum compare to other restaurants in Dalton?

Cocina Tulum most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Dalton average of 91.

Has Cocina Tulum's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cocina Tulum means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Cocina Tulum inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cocina Tulum is inspected around two times per year on average.

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