La Zacatecana Gourmet

6790 Hwy 92 Ste 104, Acworth, GA 30102

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, La Zacatecana Gourmet has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 9, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “proper hot holding temperatures”, which has been cited five times.

By comparison, the average Acworth facility scores 93, putting La Zacatecana Gourmet on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed nacho cheese being hot held at 120°F in crock pot. Crock pot was set on "warm". Cheese must hot hold at 135°F or above. COS by discarding as cheese was in unit since yesterday. Must increase temperature setting and monitor temperature to ensure cheese is holding at 135°F or above.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in dessert cooler being cold held above 41°F. Ambient temperature of unit was about 48°F with temperature of TCS foods ranging between 47-50°F. Also observed all TCS foods in prep top unit to left of crock pots being cold held at 42°F; ambient temperature of unit was 41.2°F. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by discarding food in dessert cooler. Ambient temperature of prep top unit must be lowered to about 37°F.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer in 3-compartment sink at 100 ppm. Concentration must be 200-400 ppm. COS by remaking to 200 ppm.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

Aug 10, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed corn being hot held at 121°F in hot holding unit. TCS foods must be hot held at 135°F or above. Corn was likely improperly heated prior to placement in unit. Per the instructions on the package of corn, product must be cooked on stove top or in microwave. Manufacturers instructions must be followed as a requirement of the new food service Rule. COS by reheating corn on electric stove.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed nacho cheese being hot held at 120-121°F in crock pot. Crock pot was set on "warm". Cheese must hot hold at 135°F or above. COS by reheating. Must increase temperature setting and monitor temperature to ensure cheese is holding at 135°F or above.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods being cold held above 41°F in back kitchen and in dessert cooler to tight of register. TCS foods such as heavy cream, cream cheese, sour cream, and milk were left sitting outside of temperature control. TCS food must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by moving food back to cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy for staff. The only forms signed were from owners/management. Food employees and conditional employees must be informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.

511-6-1.03(2)(o)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed ice cream scoops stored in water held in crock pot at 66°F. If utensils are going to be stored in water, it must be at least 135°F or above.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Sep 20, 2024

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed no soap at handwashing sink in front food service area. All handwashing sinks must be stocked with soap at all times. COS by refilling soap.

511-6-1.07(3)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed unfinished wood shelves being used for dry storage. 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. Must seal shelves with a washable paint or replace them.

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

Aug 1, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: The walls in the dish pit room still need to be completely painted in semi-gloss paint.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Zacatecana Gourmet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Zacatecana Gourmet on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Zacatecana Gourmet?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Zacatecana Gourmet.

How does La Zacatecana Gourmet compare to other restaurants in Acworth?

La Zacatecana Gourmet most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Acworth average of 93.

Has La Zacatecana Gourmet's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Zacatecana Gourmet have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Zacatecana Gourmet means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is La Zacatecana Gourmet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Zacatecana Gourmet is inspected around three times per year on average.

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