Monarca Mexican Restaurant

8132 Veterans Pkwy Ste 417, Columbus, GA 31909
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Monarca Mexican Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 30, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

By comparison, the average Columbus facility scores 94, putting Monarca Mexican Restaurant on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine sanitizing dishes with a chlorine concentration of 0 ppm. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC)
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
90
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 16, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed parmesan cheese, chicken, and tostanes stored uncovered in reach in freezer in main kitchen. Observed cheese uncovered in reach in cooler in main kitchen. Observed frozen corn uncovered in walk in freezer. Rule: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; Corrective action: Person in charge placed covers on all items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Nov 7, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Monarca Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Monarca Mexican Restaurant on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Monarca Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

Monarca Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Columbus average of 94.

Has Monarca Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Monarca Mexican Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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