Rico's Tacos Flantastic

103 S Hutchinson Ave, Adel, GA 31620

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Rico's Tacos Flantastic has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “proper cooling methods used”, showing up two times.

That's lower than the typical Adel restaurant, which scores around 93. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed 2 different sanitizers stored on food prep/storage tables (Tilex spray cleaner/jug of lavender cleaner). VOS, both cleaners were moved to the designated area in dish room.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed 3 pans of chopped beef stored in the reach in cooler that was not cooling properly; Temperatures were in the 80's with only 30 minutes left in the cooling process, COS, the facility reheated all three bins on the grill and begin the process again. Coached on the cooling process and using shallow bins/venting the bins used/ and placing bins in the freezer for rapid chilling.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several foods (chorizo, diced tomatoes, diced mangos/drink toppings, bin of fish) stored uncovered in coolers and a bin of chips stored uncovered in the back of the kitchen. COS, PIC placed lids on the foods.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

May 6, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep top unit by the stove. COS, the PIC discarded TCS foods stored in the cooler since the foods had been in the cooler longer than 4 hours and it is uncertain how long the cooler temperature has been elevated (ambient of 57). Ensure this unit maintains a temperature of 41 or below before using to store TCS foods.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Oct 21, 2024

Routine

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

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 2 bins of cooked chicken and a bin of cooked refried beans without date marks. COS, the PIC stated the foods were cooked Saturday and placed the date marks on the foods.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several foods (cut cucumbers, shucked corn, cheese) stored uncovered in coolers. COS, PIC placed lids on the foods.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

May 1, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed 2 pans of chicken in the walk in cooler that was not cooled properly; chicken was 94 and 108- the pic stated the chicken was placed in the cooler around 1040ish; chicken had not cooled to 70 or below within 2 hours. The pic went through the steps the facility uses to cook/cool chicken. Recommend using shallow pans to cool the chicken and vent the product when placed in the cooler.*chicken was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rico's Tacos Flantastic last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rico's Tacos Flantastic on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rico's Tacos Flantastic?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rico's Tacos Flantastic.

How does Rico's Tacos Flantastic compare to other restaurants in Adel?

Rico's Tacos Flantastic most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Adel average of 93.

Has Rico's Tacos Flantastic's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rico's Tacos Flantastic have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rico's Tacos Flantastic 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 Rico's Tacos Flantastic inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rico's Tacos Flantastic is inspected around three times per year on average.

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