Picho's (Base)

695 N River St, Claxton, GA 30417
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Oct 14, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Picho's (Base), the earliest from 2024. Picho's (Base) was last inspected on Oct 14, 2025. 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 “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited three times.

Picho's (Base)'s latest score is in line with the Claxton average of 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed an expired CFSM certification dated 1/2021 being posted in facility. CA: Update and replace CFSM certification.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoop in flour without handle.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
86
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed an expired CFSM certification dated 1/2021 being posted in facility. CA: Update and replace CFSM certification.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed meat improperly thawing in prep sink without running water. CA: Must have flowing water when thawing meats in prep sink.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
86
Oct 24, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed an expired CFSM certification dated 1/2021 being posted in facility. CA: Update and replace CFSM certification.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed freshly sliced tomatoes cooling on prep counter in a closed container.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door allowing light into facility. CA: Install a door sweep on back door to prevent pest from entering facility.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
82
Apr 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple foods above 41F in the reach-in cooler. CA: Advised PIC to fix cold holding unit so that it cold holds at 41F or below. COS: Foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed a reach-in unit with an ambient above 41F. CA: Fix unit to cold hold at 41F or below.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Picho's (Base) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Picho's (Base) on file is from Oct 14, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Picho's (Base)?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Picho's (Base).

How does Picho's (Base) compare to other restaurants in Claxton?

Picho's (Base) most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Claxton average of 86.

Has Picho's (Base)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Picho's (Base) have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Picho's (Base) means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.