Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
86
Score
Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit has been inspected six times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 30, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use utensils”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Cartersville average 90, so Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 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 potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly cold holding above 41F stored in two different reach-in coolers (RIC #1: salsa verde 44F, salsa roja 44F, salad dressing 51F, sour cream 51F, seafood sauce 48F, spicy sauce 47F. RIC #: all TCS foods in cooler are out of temp and internal thermometer reads 51F. See temp log). CA: Cold held TCS foods shall maintain an internal temperature of at least 41F or above. COS: Per PIC, all foods were out of temp for less than 4 hours. PIC chose to discard shredded cheese and fish salad. Remaining foods were moved to other coolers/freezers to rapidly cool. Cooler will not be used for storage of TCS foods until repaired and verified by health dept.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods (house made dressing on the counter top; tuna salad, sliced tomato, diced tomatoes, raw steak in the prep top cooler; octopus stored outside). See temp log. CA: Cold held TCS foods shall maintain an internal temperature of 41F or below. COS: Dressing was discarded due to being held past expiration, octopus was discarded, items from prep top cooler were out of temp less than 4 hours and PIC moved to the freezer to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal drink stored in the kitchen not in a single-use cup with lid and straw (opened can of soda stored on shelf with clean dishes). CA: Employee personal drinks shall be stored in a single-use cup with lid and straw and handled in a way to prevent contamination. COS: PIC removed drink.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pan of octopus stored uncovered and exposed to rain outside the kitchen in the back alley behind the facility; observed pan of fish stored on the pavement in the same area. Observed container of sugar stored on the floor in the kitchen. CA: Food shall be protected by contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location and at least 6" above the floor. COS: Foods stored outside were discarded by PIC.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored in container of 82F standing water in between uses. CA: Utensils stored in between usage shall be stored in running water or water that is maintained at 135F or higher. COS: PIC moved utensils to the dish area.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored within non-TCS food containers that did not have a handle. CA: Utensils can be stored in containers of food if their handles above the top of the food within the container. COS: PIC removed cups from containers.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean equipment stored directly on the floor. Observed PIC move the equipment from the floor to a food prep table. CA: Cleaned equipment and utensils shall be stored at least 6" off the floor and in a clean, dry location. COS: PIC moved equipment to the dish area to be cleaned/sanitized and food prep table was sanitized.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
67
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items stored with food and clean equipment. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: CFSM moved items to designated
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
95
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs and bacon stored on a shelf in reach-in cooler in direct contact with RTE foods. CA: PIC moved raw bacon and eggs to appropriate shelf
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prepped stuffed quesadillas with raw shrimp on shelf above produce. CA: PIC moved food to correct shelf with raw meats
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensil stored handle down in bulk sugar container. CA: PIC should ensure handle remains up at all times in containers to not be in contact with food
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
70
Feb 28, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Jan 9, 2024
Issued Provisional Permit
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw oysters in reach in freezer stored without shellstock tags attached to the container. CA: Discussed with PIC. PIC had placed shellstock tags in a separate booklet. Educated PIC that shellstock tags must remain attached to the container of shellstock until the last shellstock from the container is sold or served, and then retained in the facility afterwards for 90 days. PIC immediately placed shellstock tag in the container properly.
511-6-1.04(3)(k)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit.
How does Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit compare to other restaurants in Cartersville?
Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Cartersville average of 90.
Has Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit 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 Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mariscos El Nuevo Nayarit is inspected around three times per year on average.
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