K - Bueno Latin Cafe

847 Highway 138, Jonesboro, GA 30236

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, K - Bueno Latin Cafe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 5, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Jonesboro restaurant, which scores around 85. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 5, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS food items hot holding in the temperature danger zone below 135F at the front-food service steam table. Advised PIC that when hot holding raw and ready to eat TCS foods, foods shall be at a temperature of 135 degrees F or above. COS: PIC began reheating items to 165F.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed PIC rinse probed thermometer at the front food service hand sink. Advised PIC that a handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had PIC cease rinsing probed thermometer at the front food service hand sink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

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

Inspector notes: Observed WIC with an ambient temperature of 48 degrees F. Advised PIC equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2) of this Rule. Advised PIC to have unit serviced.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed visible light entry at back screen door with the main back door open. Advised PIC that outer openings shall be protected from pest and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Advised PIC to have screen door repaired and to close the back door of the facility.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

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

Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed the most recent inspection report not posted in public view. Advised PIC that the most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view at all times. Advised PIC to obtain the most recent inspection report and post in public view.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Jul 10, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice cooling tightly covered. Advised PIC of proper cooling methods. COS-Rice was loosely covered.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Jan 14, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed handles stored improperly touching food for pinto beans, black beans, and sugar. Advised PIC During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 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.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

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

Inspector notes: Observed aluminum lining shelving at main kitchen area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed debris on shelving in main kitchen nearest to 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Dec 30, 2024

Issued Provisional Permit

1 minor violation.

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

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was K - Bueno Latin Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at K - Bueno Latin Cafe on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at K - Bueno Latin Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at K - Bueno Latin Cafe.

How does K - Bueno Latin Cafe compare to other restaurants in Jonesboro?

K - Bueno Latin Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Jonesboro average of 85.

Has K - Bueno Latin Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at K - Bueno Latin Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at K - Bueno Latin Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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