Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
82
Score
Going back to 2024, Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 2, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Moultrie restaurant, which scores around 85. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed women restroom without a cover over trash can. CA: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. PIC will get a lid to go over the women restroom trash can.
511-6-1.06(5)(h)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed unapproved scoopers in seasoning bins under prep table in yellow containers in kitchen area. CA: 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. PIC will purchase proper scoopers to go in seasonings in yellow containers under the prep table in kitchen area.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed no cover on trash can in the employee restroom that are used by women. CA: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. PIC will put a cover over trash can in the employee restroom that are used by women.
511-6-1.06(5)(h)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing drain cover in the floor in kitchen area. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will put cover over drain in the floor in kitchen area.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
82
Sep 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed meat in the meat sink not being properly thawed. CA: Completely submerged under running water: At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below. COS PIC turned the water on at the meat sink to properly thaw the meat.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
95
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black build in ice bin connected to the soda machine in front kitchen area. CA: 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: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will drain, clean, and sanitize ice bin connected to drink machine in front kitchen area.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black build in ice bin in bar area. CA: 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: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will drain, clean, and sanitize ice bin in bar area.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a large tray of white cut onions not covered in WIC. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC covered the large tray of white cut onions in WIC.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed several cleaned dishes in on table in middle kitchen area not covered or inverted. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination, and covered or inverted. PIC will invert or cover cleaned dishes on table in middle kitchen area.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
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Jul 12, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black build up on the lid of the ice bin connected to the soda machine. CA: 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: In equipment such as ice bins. COS PIC washed, rinsed, and sanitized the lid.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three trays of stuffed peppers not covered in the WIF. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC covered the three trays of stuffed peppers.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease droplets on the pipes of the fire suppression system on the vent hood. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have pipes cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
82
Jul 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced beef, sliced tomatoes, and pork tamales out of temp (above 41 degrees) in the reach in cooler on the left side of the main kitchen area. PIC stated that these items have been in the cooler since Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. CA: 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. COS PIC removed items from the reach in cooler and tossed them in the trash.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in the employee restroom. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels. COS PIC placed paper towels in the employees restroom.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed prep top boards not clean to sight with stains and deep cuts. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC will have prep top boards replaced with ones in good condition.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several items in the RIC and RIF in the main kitchen area not properly date marked. CA: Using a method approved by the Health Authority for refrigerated, ready-to-eat time / temperature control for safety food that is frequently rewrapped, such as lunchmeat or a roast, or for which date marking is impractical, such as soft serve mix or milk in a dispensing machine; (ii) Marking the date or day of preparation, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded;(iii) Marking the date or day the original container is opened in a food service establishment, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or disca...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: When PIC was asked about having a thermometer to temp items in the RIC he stated that it was missing and did not know where one was. CA: Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04. PIC will purchase a thermometer to make sure food items are in temp.
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed expired sanitizer test strips from 2022. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will order new test strips to be able to test sanitizer solution properly.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed meat sink not being properly used, and had lettuce in the sink. CA: During preparation, unpackaged food shall be protected from environmental sources of contamination. PIC will wash, rinse, and sanitize the sink.
511-6-1.04(4)(t)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop not being properly stored in the ice bin. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. COS PIC removed ice scoop from ice bin to wash, rinse, and sanitize.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed several food products being stored in reused sour cream containers in the WIC. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will move these food items into other food grade storage containers.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease build up on the vent hood in the main kitchen area. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed a leak coming from the pipe on the handwash sink in the main kitchen area. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. PIC will have leak repaired on handwash sink pipe.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed two mops in the employee restroom not hung to properly dry. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will have mops hung to properly dry.
511-6-1.07(5)(f)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed a couple ceiling tile missing in the storage area where dry storage products are stored. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have missing ceiling tile replaced.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several food items on the steam table not covered and not being actively used. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC had food items covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
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Jan 5, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer not working properly at 3-compartment sink in main kitchen area. PIC will make sure maintenance is aware of this issue as soon as possible.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing sink in bar area of facility. Employee in bar area stated that he washed his hands in the rinse sink of the bar. Informed PIC and employee that is not allowed. PIC will have until 01/08/2024 to have a handwashing sink installed in the bar area of the facility.
511-6-1-.03(5)(d)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black build-up in small ice machine under drink nozzle machine in main kitchen area. PIC will drain, clean and sanitize small ice machine under drink nozzle machine in main kitchen area today.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed white prep table in front of prep top cooler with visible stains and cuts. PIC will have until 01/12/2024 to have white prep table in front of prep top cooler with visible stains and cuts replaced.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no quat test strips available at 3-compartment sink to test sanitizer level. PIC will have quat test strips put at 3-compartment sink to test sanitizer level by today.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken sitting on prep table being thawed out at room temperature. PIC removed chicken from prep table in placed in meat sink to thaw out properly under running water.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food uncovered on steam table in main kitchen area (rice, shredded chicken, pinto beans and black beans) not being used at the time. PIC covered on steam table in main kitchen area (rice, shredded chicken, pinto beans and black beans).
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food in packages stored on floor in WIF. PIC had employee to remove packages from floor in WIF and store them properly.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina.
How does Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina compare to other restaurants in Moultrie?
Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Moultrie average of 85.
Has Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 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 Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Restaurant & Cantina is inspected around three times per year on average.
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