El Pollo Dorado

6822 Hwy 92, Acworth, GA 30102
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Sep 28, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at El Pollo Dorado stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 28, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

Compared to the broader Acworth restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 28, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed gaskets of warmer cabinet in disrepair. Must replace.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
95
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees uncovered water bottle stored in food prep area. Employees must consume drinks from a disposable cup with a straw and lid. COS by moving.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potatoes cooling in large, deep container. 1. Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf COS by transferring to sheet tray.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report of 87/B from 8/16/24 not posted. The score posted was a 100 from 11/6/23 posted. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. COS by posting right score.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
86
Aug 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potatoes cooked at 12:30 PM temping at 69°F in walk in cooler around 4:30 PM. These potatoes did not cool properly due to improper cooling methods. All time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must cool down from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. COS by discarding.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed significant mold build up in ice machine. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a rate that precludes soil accumulation. Health authority recommends cleaning at least monthly.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Pollo Dorado last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Pollo Dorado on file is from Sep 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does El Pollo Dorado compare to other restaurants in Acworth?

El Pollo Dorado most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Acworth average of 93.

Has El Pollo Dorado's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Pollo Dorado means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.