El 1800 Mexican Restaurant

1600 S Peterson Ave, Douglas, GA 31535

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at El 1800 Mexican Restaurant stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The pattern that stands out is “food stored covered”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 91, putting El 1800 Mexican Restaurant squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: 2-2 D Noted no paper towels at the #1 Hand washy sink in the main kitchen section.

511-6-1.06(2)(g)

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: 1-2 B Firms serv safe permit was not posted.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: 6-2 Noted out of date food items in the walk in cooler and improperly dated items.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

Apr 9, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: 14 C Observed single use item stored directly on the floor surface in dry storage room.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: 16 B Noted small sink next to 3 compartment ware wash sink = drain line not plumbed properly.

511-6-1.06(2)(r)

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: 4-2 A Noted prepared food items in the walk in beer cooler with no proper cover = repeat.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Nov 5, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Inspector notes: Need to place hanging thermometers in all cold holding units.

511-6-1.05

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed raw eggs stored over ready to eat foods like cooked beef, rice and beans. Always keep raw eggs stored on the bottom shelf of the cooling units.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed several flies throughout main kitchen and food prep areas - discussed pest control measures. Areas must be free of pests/insects.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Apr 1, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed missing/damaged baseboards throughout main kitchen. Repair baseboards

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed uncovered foods in reach in coolers throughout facility (i.e. fish, beef, chiles, crema sauce, sliced cheese, and fries). Items must be stored covered to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed plates and bowls stored with food contact surface exposed - store inverted or covered to protect food contact

511-6-1.05(10)(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El 1800 Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El 1800 Mexican Restaurant on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El 1800 Mexican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El 1800 Mexican Restaurant.

How does El 1800 Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Douglas?

El 1800 Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Douglas average of 91.

Has El 1800 Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El 1800 Mexican Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El 1800 Mexican Restaurant 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 El 1800 Mexican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El 1800 Mexican Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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