Luna Del Rio

225 Reformation Pkwy Ste 106, Canton, GA 30114

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Luna Del Rio, the earliest from 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Canton restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed salsa on counter in dining area, temping 45°F. Unless using Time as a Public Health Control, TCS food must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by adding TPHC label.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Jun 13, 2025

Routine

5 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee use spatulas to handle raw chicken and raw chorizo on grill, then proceed to use same spatulas to handle ready to eat tortillas. Must use separate equipment for handling raw meats vs. handling cooked meats & ready to eat foods. COS by discarding tortillas and obtaining 2 clean spatulas to be used for ready to eat food.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw ground beef stored below raw chicken in grill reach in cooler. Must store raw meats based on their final cook temperature (highest final cook temp at the bottom). COS by moving chicken below ground beef. Gave PIC helpful handout on proper vertical storage.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed salsa held on an improper ice bath near expo window, temping 44°F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be cold held at 41°F or below. A proper ice bath should roughly be 80% ice, 20% water and come up to the highest level of the food. COS by fixing ice bath. Health Authority will email PIC TPHC procedure if PIC decided to utilize TPHC for the salsa instead of an ice bath.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed queso hot held below 135°F in bain-marie. TCS food must be hot held at 135°F or above. COS by reheating queso and adding more water to bain-marie. Discussed reheating process with PIC and how it is important to ensure queso is 165°F throughout before placing in bain-marie.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed salsa not cooled properly in walk in cooler. Salsa was prepared on 6/12, temping 44°F. Must cool TCS food from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. COS by discarding. Highly suggest using shallow / flat pans and keep food uncovered. Will re-email cooling methods handout. Highly suggest using cooling logs as well.

511-6-1.04(6)(d)

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

Inspector notes: Observed exposed brick walls behind chemicals in dry storage area. Also observed cardboard mats on shelves in dry storage area. Nonfood-contact surfaces 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. Health AUthority suggests installing smooth panels behind chemical storage shelf and obtaining smooth mats for shelves.

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

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

Inspector notes: Observed gasket of reach in cooler under prep top and reach in freezer in disrepair. Also observed significant leak in reach in cooler under prep top unit. Equipment shall be kept in good repair and proper adjustment. Must fix.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rust accumulation on shelves in walk in cooler. Also observed debris accumulation on container storing clean utensils across from 3 compartment sink. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a rate that precludes soil accumulation. Must clean more frequently. Must reseal shelves with a washable paint. Health Authority suggests obtaining smooth cleanable mats to prevent rust. COS by rewashing container and utensils.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Feb 20, 2025

Initial

2 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed debris and food residue accumulation of floor of reach in freezer in grill area. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Must clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed rust and debris accumulation on shelves in walk in cooler and shelves near 3 compartment sink. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Must clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Luna Del Rio last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Luna Del Rio on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Luna Del Rio?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Luna Del Rio.

How does Luna Del Rio compare to other restaurants in Canton?

Luna Del Rio most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Canton average of 86.

Has Luna Del Rio's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Luna Del Rio have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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