El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill

220 Ga Hwy 33 S, Moultrie, GA 31788
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 30, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Moultrie restaurant, which scores around 85. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Observed no record keeping for shellstock tags for the fresh oysters in the facility. CA: Except as specified under paragraphs 3.(ii) of this subsection, molluscan shellfish tags shall remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. The identity of the source of molluscan shellfish that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining product tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date that is recorded on the tag label, or invoice as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection, by: Using an approved record keeping system that keeps the tags, labels, or invoice in chronological order correlated to the date when, or dates during which, the molluscan shellfish are sold or served. PIC will begin keeping a record of the shellst...
511-6-1.04(3)(k)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy in the facility. CA: The permit holder shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the CFSM and person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A food employee or conditional employee shall report the information in a manner that allows the CFSM and person in charge to reduce the risk of foodborne disease transmission, including providing necessary additional information, such as the date of onset of symptoms and an illness, or of a diagnosis without symptoms, if the food employee or conditional employee. PIC will have a copy of the employee health policy kept in the facility at all times.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the handwash sink not connected to the drain pipe at the bar area. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. COS PIC reconnected the sink to the pipe.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a small to go sauce cup being used as a scoop in a large spice container. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. COS PIC had small to go sauce container removed.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
74
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black build up in ice bin in bar area. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as ice bins. PIC will drain, clean, and sanitize ice bin in bar area.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed beef sitting in vegetable sink in kitchen area. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. PIC removed beef from vegetable sink and put it in a pan to cook at that time. PIC will clean and sanitize vegetable sink before utilizing for vegetables.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed unapproved crock pot being used to keep beans warm. CA: Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. PIC will be removed unapproved crock pot and purchasing a approved commercial grade crock pot.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
78
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Observed no shellstock tags for the fresh oysters in the facility. CA: A container of shellstock that does not bear a tag or label or that bears a tag or label that does not contain all the information as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection shall be subject to a hold order, as allowed by law, or seizure and destruction in accordance with 21 CFR Subpart D – Specific Administrative Decisions Regarding Interstate Shipments, Section 1240.60(d). PIC will provide shellstock tags for the oysters that are in the facility.
511-6-1.04(3)(h)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM Certificate posted in the facility. CA: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority. PIC will have CFSM Certificate posted in the facility ASAP.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy in the facility. CA: The permit holder shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the CFSM and person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A food employee or conditional employee shall report the information in a manner that allows the CFSM and person in charge to reduce the risk of foodborne disease transmission, including providing necessary additional information, such as the date of onset of symptoms and an illness, or of a diagnosis without symptoms, if the food employee or conditional employee. PIC will have a copy of the employee health policy kept in the facility at all times.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no cleanup procedure in the facility and staff did not know what to do if a vomit or diarrheal event occurred. CA: A food establishment shall have 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 service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. PIC will have cleanup procedure posted in the facility for employees to know how to respond to a vomit or diarrheal event.
511-6-1.03(6)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report posted in the facility. CA: 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. PIC will have recent inspection posted in the facility ASAP.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed food service permit not posted in the facility. CA: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. PIC will have food service permit posted in the facility ASAP.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several scoops in food products not being stored handle up. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; .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. COS PIC removed scoops and washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed several food items being stored in reused sour cream containers (chilis and salsa). CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will have food items moved and stored in food grade containers.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease build up on the vent hood in the main kitchen. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several food items(shrimp, fish, chicken, beef) in the RIC next to the fryer not properly covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC has employee to cover food items in the RIC.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dishwasher not having a chemical sanitizer read. CA: Manual Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization Using Detergent-Sanitizers. If a detergent-sanitizer is used to sanitize in a cleaning and sanitizing procedure where there is no distinct water rinse between the washing and sanitizing steps, the agent applied in the sanitizing step shall be the same detergent-sanitizer that is used in the washing step. PIC will have dishwasher repaired to working order. PIC stated that they will be using the three compartment sink in the mean time.
511-6-1.05(6)(o)
45
May 22, 2024
Initial
5 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the handwash sink in the main kitchen area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels. COS PIC placed paper towels at the handwash sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no handwash soap at the handwash sink in the main kitchen area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS PIC placed soap at the handwash sink in the kitchen area.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed cutting board at prep top area of the facility that did not look clean to sight and had deep cuts. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC will have cutting board at the prep area replaced with one that is clean to sight and in good repair.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no test strips in the facility to accurately test the sanitizer solution. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will purchase test strips ASAP to be able to properly test the sanitizer solution.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed dishwasher not properly working by not suppling any amount of sanitizer to sanitize the dishes. CA: A warewashing machine that is installed after September 12, 2007 shall be designed and equipped to: automatically dispense detergents and sanitizers Pf and incorporate a visual means to verify that detergents and sanitizers are delivered or a visual or audible alarm to signal if the detergents and sanitizers are not delivered to the respective washing and sanitizing cycles. PIC will have dishwasher serviced to make sure that it is properly functioning.
511-6-1.05(2)(cc)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no handwash signage at the handwash sink in the kitchen and observed no handwash signage in both bathrooms in the facility. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will post handwash signage at these sinks ASAP.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill.

How does El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Moultrie?

El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Moultrie average of 85.

Has El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Rey Del Mar Bar & Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.