El Jinete Mexican Restaurant

345 West Louise St, Clarkesville, GA 30523
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at El Jinete Mexican Restaurant is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

That's lower than the typical Clarkesville restaurant, which scores around 91. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 13, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment does not have established procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food establishment. Consulted with PIC and provided educational material.
511-6-1.03(6)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 11-6-1.07(6)(b) - Working Containers, Common Name (Pf) (b) Working Containers, Common Name. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Pf Observed spray bottles throughout the facility with chemicals name not marked. Consulted with PIC and PIC relabel spray bottles with common chemical name.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); Observe various wet rags used in facility being held with no sanitization. Consulted with PIC and revised cloths usages.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
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May 1, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf Note: Observed handwashing sink in main kitchen by grill with dishes in it. PIC instructed to remove the dishes and to only partake in handwashing at sink as that it was it is designated for.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. (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 distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Note: Observed mold accumulation on baffle inside ice machine. PIC instructed to have ice machine emptied, washed and sanitized by end of day.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon Note: Observed scoop for salt and other dried foods with handle touching contents of container. PIC removed and sanitized scoops before placing back in containers with the handle up
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Jinete Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Jinete Mexican Restaurant on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does El Jinete Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Clarkesville?

El Jinete Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Clarkesville average of 91.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Jinete 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.