El Vallarta

5641 Hwy 129, Pendergrass, GA 30567

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

El Vallarta appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. El Vallarta was last inspected on Apr 25, 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.

Compared to other Pendergrass restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 25, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) items held in front reach-in cooler held above 41F. Corrective Action (CA): Person in Charge (PIC) instructed to ensure all TCS items are held at proper temperatures of 41F or below if held cold. PIC discarded items unable to be cooled. COS.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed Front Reach in Cooler currently incapable of holding temperatures of 41 F or below. CA: Person in Charge advised to call maintenance to fix or adjust unit, set the coolers to a lower temperature, or reduce the amount of times that cooler door is opened.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

Sep 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food handling staff preparing food items while wearing watches. Food handlers may only wear a single smooth metallic band type ring while handling food. Watches removed. COS

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Mar 15, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: No paper towels observed stocked at back hand sink. Corrective Action (CA): Person in Charge (PIC) instructed to ensure all hand sinks are stocked with paper towels.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

Aug 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 27, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed accumulations of debris on floors of walk-in cooler, under 3 door reach in cooler and under chemical storage shelves. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent accumulations. Correct by 2/6/24.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Current inspection posted behind counter and unreadable from customer side of counter. Post inspection at a point in public view that is with 15' of point of order, 5-7' off floor and at a location that customers may get within 1' to read. Post this inspection in suitable area of facility within 10 days of receipt.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed staff drinks in unapproved containers (open bottle and cup) within food prep and service areas. Staff drinks, if in food prep and service areas, must be in a single service cup with a lid and straw, and be located so as to not pose potential contamination to food and food contact surfaces. Unapproved drinks removed.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Vallarta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Vallarta on file is from Apr 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does El Vallarta compare to other restaurants in Pendergrass?

El Vallarta most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Pendergrass average of 89.

Has El Vallarta's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Vallarta 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 Vallarta inspected?

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

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