El Coyote 2

217 W Elm St, Rockmart, GA 30153
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, El Coyote 2 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Apr 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

El Coyote 2's latest score is in line with the Rockmart average of 85. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS foods (bulk salsa, sliced tomatoes, pico, shredded lettuce) not cold held 41°F or below in produce WIC (see temp log). Noticed 1/2 fans running, PIC will get serviced and put container of water to monitor holding temperature. CA: TCS foods shall be cold held at 41°F or below. COS: PIC discarded all TCS items. Health dept. to check back by correct by date before unit is to be used/food items are stored. *4/21/26 UPDATE: Cooler was repaired and confirmed it was holding at proper temperature (sliced tomatoes @ 36°F).
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of queso and a pot of rice in 3 door RIC and WIC in main kitchen (see temp log). CA: Cooked TCS foods shall be cooled within 2 hours from 135°F to 70°F and within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. COS: PIC discarded food items. Advised PIC on cooling methods. He plans to use shallow containers and leave food uncovered when cooling in addition to the initial ice bath he already implements.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
82
Sep 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dishes and chip basket in handwash sink located near vegetable sink in main kitchen area. CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: PIC instructed employee to remove dishes and sanitize sink after.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing dishes in vegetable sink. CA: Raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only. COS: PIC instructed employee to only use that sink for vegetables, and had an employee sanitize the sink after removing dishes.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
82
Nov 5, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple hand sinks in main kitchen being used for operations other than handwashing. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CA: Educated PIC of the operations of hand sinks.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal item in main kitchen area. CA: PIC had employee relocate item to designated area.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
86
May 22, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Coyote 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Coyote 2 on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Coyote 2?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Coyote 2.

How does El Coyote 2 compare to other restaurants in Rockmart?

El Coyote 2 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Rockmart average of 85.

Has El Coyote 2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Coyote 2 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Coyote 2 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 Coyote 2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Coyote 2 is inspected around two times per year on average.