Habaneros Taqueria

9550 Main St, Woodstock, GA 30188

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Habaneros Taqueria has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Proper hot holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Habaneros Taqueria's latest score of 78 falls below the Woodstock average of 83. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed build up of black residue inside the ice machine. Must clean and sanitize with in 72 hours.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed foods prepared on a different date being marked another date when transferred to a new container for using through out the day. Must date the new container with the same day of preparation and be used with in 7 days of preparation and discarded. COS by writing the correct date.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed the screen of the back door with several holes and rips. Must replace the screen with a new one to prevent the entry of insects and bugs. Until it is fixed keep the back door closed.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice being hot held in steam table at 121-135°F. TCS foods must be hot held at 135°F or above. COS by reheating.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in prep top/reach-in unit being cold held above 41°F. Ambient temperature of unit was around 55°F with the temperatures of TCS foods ranging between 47-52°F. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F. COS by discarding items stored longer than 4 hours and moving items stored for less than 4 hours (recently prepped) to another cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in Coke cooler being cold held above 41°F. Temperature of all TCS foods ranged between 44-45°F. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F. COS by discarding items stored longer than 4 hours and moving items stored for less than 4 hours (recently prepped) to another cooler. NOTE: Coke cooler is not designed for storage of TCS foods. If unit cannot be adjusted to maintain minimum cold holding temperature, it must be replaced with an NSF certified commercial cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed mold build-up in soda nozzles of fountain drink dispenser. PIC stated that they are cleaned weekly, however, they must be cleaned and sanitized daily. 5. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (i) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (ii) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles. COS by cleaning and sanitizing nozzles.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Sep 3, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods

Inspector notes: Observed steak cooked to order by the customers, rare or medium rare. But there is no disclaimer/advisory provided on the paper copies of the menu. Must provide consumer advisory.

511-6-1-.04(7)(e)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed foods left uncovered on the steam table, salsa in the reach in cooler. Must cover the foods when not in use to protect from contamination. COS by covering with lids.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet stacking of dishes. Must air dry before stacking the containers.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

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

Inspector notes: The most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. The inspection report was posted in a corner of the bar area next to and above the hand sink.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Habaneros Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Habaneros Taqueria on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Habaneros Taqueria?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Habaneros Taqueria.

How does Habaneros Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Woodstock?

Habaneros Taqueria most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Woodstock average of 83.

Has Habaneros Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Habaneros Taqueria have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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