La Nacional

4403 17Th Ave, Columbus, GA 31904
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, La Nacional has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 23, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

La Nacional scores about where you'd expect for a Columbus restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food items in reach-in cooler uncovered in main kitchen area. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC had employee cover food items in reach-in cooler.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Jan 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink located in min kitchen lacking hand soap. Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS: Person in charge placed soap beside sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed live insect on the wall of the main kitchen above dishes. Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. COS: Person in charge showed records of pest control by Arrow Exterminators. Person in charge stated that the facility is treated every week, and the company will be called again.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Nacional last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Nacional on file is from Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does La Nacional compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

La Nacional most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Columbus average of 94.

Has La Nacional's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Nacional have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Nacional 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 Nacional inspected?

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