Dos Margaritas# 5

12460 Crabapple Rd Ste 601, Alpharetta, GA 30004
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Dos Margaritas# 5, the earliest from 2024. Dos Margaritas# 5 was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

Restaurants in Alpharetta average 92, so Dos Margaritas# 5 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items temping above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC discarded food.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no test strips for the dishwasher and the 3C sink. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Pf PIC will acquire new test strips.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a black and pink mold like substance on the baffle of the ice machine in the kitchen. 5. 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: (i) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (ii) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; (iii) Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distributi...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed several bags of beans on the floor in the dry storage area. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC will ensure that food is stored off of the ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
78
Dec 3, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no quats test strips upon request. Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. Pf. PIC will acquire quats test strips.
511-6-1.05(6)(p)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed quats sanitizer concentration for all of the sani buckets tested and the 3C sink at the bar are out of range. The recommended range is 200 - 400 ppm. 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufacturer’s use directions included in the labeling, P and be used only in water with 500 ppm hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions; P PIC remade the sani buckets and solution in the sink.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several employees wearing jewelry while prepping food throughout that kitchen. 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. EHS had the employees remove their jewelry and wash their hands before returning to work.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several missing ceiling tiles through out the kitchen. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will ensure that these ceiling tiles are replaced.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed expired milk gallon in WIC (2/17/24). Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. C/A COS: PIC discarded milk.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed pink moldy like substance on the interior of ice machine. All food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. C/A: Clean ice machine baffle, drain or remove ice prior to cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed door or WIC not fully closing. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. C/A: Repair and ensure door is closing properly.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dos Margaritas# 5 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dos Margaritas# 5 on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Dos Margaritas# 5 compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?

Dos Margaritas# 5 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.

Has Dos Margaritas# 5's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dos Margaritas# 5 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dos Margaritas# 5 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 Dos Margaritas# 5 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dos Margaritas# 5 is inspected around two times per year on average.