Diablo's Southwest Grill

1022 Walton Way Ste B, Augusta, GA 30901

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Diablo's Southwest Grill has four inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 26, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Augusta facility scores 89, putting Diablo's Southwest Grill on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed chicken, beef, and pork being hot held below 135 degrees Fahrenheit on steam well. C/A: Maintain food at 135 degrees Fahrenheit and above during hot holding. Monitor temperatures every 10 minutes and keep a log.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Observed missing Employee Health Reporting Agreements for 2 employees. C/A: Have all employees understand and sign Employee Health Reporting Agreements. Have on file at all times.

511-6-1.03(2)(o)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed inspection report not displayed in public view where primary front door is located. C/A: Display report within public view in primary area.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Aug 7, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed green buildup inside the ice shoot and black buildup along the side of the drink spill rack at the self-service drink station. C/A: Clean drink station and ice shoot. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed grease and debris on the floor along the sides and front of grill. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Observed containers storing chicken, vegetables, onions, and pico without a label in coolers. C/A: All food must be labeled when stored outside of its original container.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster doors left open and drain plug damaged/missing. C/A: Ensure the dumpster doors remain closed when not in use. Get drain plug replaced.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed green and black buildup inside the ice shoot at the self-service drink station. C/A: Clean drink station & ice shoot. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed scoop improperly stored laying on top of corn mixture in the reach-in-cooler in front of the grill. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored w/ the handle above the food and the container.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster doors left open & drain plug damaged/missing. C/A: Ensure the dumper doors remain closed when not in use. Get drain plug replaced.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed the mop improperly stored laying in mop sink. C/A: Store mop hanging to air dry after use.

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

Apr 8, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Diablo's Southwest Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Diablo's Southwest Grill on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Diablo's Southwest Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Diablo's Southwest Grill.

How does Diablo's Southwest Grill compare to other restaurants in Augusta?

Diablo's Southwest Grill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 89.

Has Diablo's Southwest Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Diablo's Southwest Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Diablo's Southwest Grill 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 Diablo's Southwest Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Diablo's Southwest Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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