La Peda Tacos and Wings
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited La Peda Tacos and Wings five times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “utensils, equipment and linens”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average is 87, putting La Peda Tacos and Wings squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed expired CFSM certificate posted in the facility in the main lobby area . CA: A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. PIC stated she purchased Serve Safe class and will update and replace CFSM certificate.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
90
Feb 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
5-1A - proper cooking time and temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken just cooked at 155F. Chicken placed back on grill and cooked to 198F.
511-6-1.04(5)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed one hand sink without hand soap, one hand sink not working, and one hand sink without cold water. Fix hand sink immediately. Will return to make sure they are fixed. Soap supplied to other hand sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice build-up in freezer. Floors with wood exposed. reseal/ fix floors and ice build up.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Gaskets in RIC by frier should be replaced. They are torn.
511-6-1.05(4)(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed coffee stirrer straws at bar not covered. If not individually packaged, they must be covered.
511-6-1.05(10)(f)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed wet stacking. Make sure dishes air dry before stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
64
Apr 19, 2024
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw oysters sitting at room temperature. Temp 52 F. Discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Mar 27, 2024
Followup
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener in basement with visible accumulation. If can opener is not in use, remove from premises.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed handle of scoop in contact with sugar. Handles must not be in contact with food.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes being stacked while wet. Dishes must air dry prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door that is not self-closing. Light still visible through door. PIC states back door will be fully replaced and sealed so wind cannot go through door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employees handling food with no hair restraint. Hair restraint must be worn at all times if employees are handling food.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping clothes sitting on PTC. Wiping cloths must be in sanitizer solution when not in use.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
70
Mar 20, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Observed grilled corn next to raw shrimp. Grilled corn used for salads. Discard corn and find new place to place grilled corn from now on.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink next to dishwasher removed. Must place hand sink back ASAP and remove sink that blocks it.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sinks in bar being used to toss ice and straws. Hand sinks must only be used for washing hands. Do not toss any food or food items in hand sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener, microwave, and ice machine not cleaned and visible with accumulation. Microwave, ice machine, and can opener must remain clean. Clean frequently.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed test strips for Q were not usable and needed to be replaced due to visible water damage. Get new test strips and make sure they are available at all times on site.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed utility sink not connected to drain. Utility sink must be connected to proper plumbing. Fix Immediately.
511-6-1.06(2)(i)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed trashcans in each individual restroom without a lid. Trashcans must have lids.
511-6-1.06(5)(h)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed bucket of pickles on kitchen floor with no lid and several containers of flour/ breading with no lid. Keep food stored covered to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door that is not self-closing and light is visible when closed. Light cannot be visible when closed and must be self-closing.
511-6-1.07(2)(k)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed bucket of pickles on kitchen floor. Food must be stored in clean, dry location min 6 in. above floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed handles in contact with food. Handles must not be in contact with food. Observed basket being used to scoop pickles. All scoops must have handles.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes being stacked while wet. Dishes must air dry prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed PTC in kitchen with no handle and difficult to open. Fix immediately.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed fan in kitchen with visible accumulation. Keep fans in kitchen free and clean of accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Peda Tacos and Wings last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Peda Tacos and Wings on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Peda Tacos and Wings?
Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Peda Tacos and Wings.
How does La Peda Tacos and Wings compare to other restaurants in Marietta?
La Peda Tacos and Wings most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Marietta average of 87.
Has La Peda Tacos and Wings' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Peda Tacos and Wings have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Peda Tacos and Wings 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 Peda Tacos and Wings inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Peda Tacos and Wings is inspected around two times per year on average.
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