Java Burrito Company

420 E Broughton St, Savannah, GA 31401

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Java Burrito Company appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Savannah average 91, so Java Burrito Company trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 2, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS food items (pico, sour cream, pork, steak) stored in both reach-in and walk-in units with cold holding temperatures above 41°F. Observed ambient temperature of the reach-in unit at 47°F. CA/COS: PIC discarded all affected food items. RCA: Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except during approved preparation, cooking, cooling, or when using time as a public health control.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed lettuce in bottom of handwash sink between prep and ware washing area in main kitchen. RCA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several containers of dry goods stored directly on floor in prep area of main kitchen. COS: PIC instructed staff to move all containers to meet the requirement of being stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

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

Inspector notes: Observed containers in clean dish area to be stacked while still wet. RCA: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: 1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed queso cheese hot holding in main kitchen at 122F. COS: Queso cheese had been heated and placed in hot-holding within 4 hours of opening. PIC instructed employee to reheat cheese to 165F before placing back in hot-holding or discard of cheese completely.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Java Burrito Company last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Java Burrito Company on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Java Burrito Company?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Java Burrito Company.

How does Java Burrito Company compare to other restaurants in Savannah?

Java Burrito Company most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Savannah average of 91.

Has Java Burrito Company's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Java Burrito Company have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Java Burrito Company 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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