La Mejor De Michoacan #1

1870 Atlanta Hwy Ste H, Gainesville, GA 30504

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at La Mejor De Michoacan #1, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

Restaurants in Gainesville average 91, so La Mejor De Michoacan #1 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

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

View 3 violations

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Upon arrival to inspection, there was no PIC present. There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. The person in charge shall ensure compliance with the following: Wiping cloths: properly used and stored; Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure. Corrective Actions: PIC arrived during the inspection and was informed of findings.

511-6-1.03(2)

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed 3-compartment sink and pre-rinse sprayer to reach peak temperatures of 105°F with time. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Corrective Actions: PIC to contact appropriate personnel to restore hot water at proper temperature to 3-comparmtent sink and pre-rinse sprayer. Facility designated another 3-comparmtent sink to be used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing until the first 3-compartment can be repaired.

511-6-1.06(1)(g)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on prep surface while not in use. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). Corrective Actions: PIC placed wiping cloths in chlorine sanitizer solution at proper concentration.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Oct 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed bucket lids to be stored in a hand sink, obstructing it from use. Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf COS: PIC immediately removed lids from the handsink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed door to employee restroom with no self-closing device installed. Closing Toilet Room Doors (C) (i) Closing Toilet Room Doors. Except during cleaning and maintenance operations, toilet room doors as specified under subsection (2)(l) of this Rule shall be kept closed. Note: Facility shall install a self-closing device on the employee restroom door.

511-6-1.07(5)(i)

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 1, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Mejor De Michoacan #1 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Mejor De Michoacan #1 on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does La Mejor De Michoacan #1 compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

La Mejor De Michoacan #1 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 91.

Has La Mejor De Michoacan #1's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Mejor De Michoacan #1 have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Mejor De Michoacan #1 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 La Mejor De Michoacan #1 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Mejor De Michoacan #1 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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