Los Reyes

Q: When was Los Reyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Reyes on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

Q: What is the most common violation at Los Reyes?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Reyes.

Q: How does Los Reyes compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Los Reyes most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Athens average of 88.

Q: Has Los Reyes' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Los Reyes have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

Q: What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Los Reyes means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

Q: How often is Los Reyes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Reyes is inspected around three times per year on average.

1880 Highway 29 North Ste C, Athens, GA 30601

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Los Reyes has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

“Proper cooling methods used” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Athens restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

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

Inspector notes: Sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink at bar. Corrective action (CA): Hand sinks must remain clear/unblocked at all times. Person in charge (PIC) removed bucket from hand sink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed ground beef cooling in walk-in cooler (WIC) in deep container covered with plastic wrap. Person in charge (PIC) moved ground beef to shallow pans and uncovered for rapid cooling.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed two food workers with bracelets on.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spatula stored in room temperature water on make table. PIC removed spatula from water and will clean regularly.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Apr 28, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed salsa cooling in large tub in walk-in cooler. Salsa separated into shallow pans to facilitate rapid cooling.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Ice scoop stored in bar ice well with handle of scoop in direct contact with ice. Handle removed from ice.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed metal pans stacked wet on dry dish shelf near dishwash machine. Allow to fully air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods held above 41F in kitchen 2-door reach-in cooler (RIC). Corrective action (CA): All TCS foods must be held at 41F or below when in cold holding. TCS food determined to be out of temperature (cut tomato, queso, guacamole, pork) in 2-door RIC were discarded by person in charge (PIC). TCS foods determined to be within temperature for cold holding (<41F) were moved to walk-in cooler (WIC). PIC advised not to hold TCS items in kitchen 2-door RIC until serviced.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer in sanitizer bucket at 200 ppm chlorine. CA: Chlorine sanitizer shall have a concentration between 50-100 ppm. PIC diluted sanitizer bucket to reach chlorine concentration of 100 ppm.

511-6-1.07(6)(e)

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

Inspector notes: Kitchen 2-door RIC not operating at 41F or below (49F ambient temperature).

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

Apr 11, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Restroom hand sinks not supplied with hot water. CA: All hand sinks are to be supplied with water at a minimum of 100F.

511-6-1.06(2)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Rice observed cooling in a deep pan on top of steam table. Use approved method for rapid cooling. Rice transferred to shallow hotel pans and placed in walk-in freezer (WIF).

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoop in bulk sugar container stored with handle touching food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Cove base molding missing along floor/wall juncture under 3-compartment sink.

511-6-1.07(2)(c)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks in travel mugs stored at kitchen hand sink and on equipment shelf in dry storage. Corrective action (CA): Employee drinks are to be in single-use cups with lids and straws, and stored to prevent contamination to food, equipment, etc. Drinks discarded.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Reyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Reyes on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Reyes?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Reyes.

How does Los Reyes compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Los Reyes most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Athens average of 88.

Has Los Reyes' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Los Reyes have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Los Reyes 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 Los Reyes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Reyes is inspected around three times per year on average.

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