Taco Madre
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
64
Score
Taco Madre has been inspected six times since 2024. On Feb 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That's lower than the typical Augusta restaurant, which scores around 89. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed no/missing thermometers inside the freezers and coolers. C/A: Place thermometers inside all coolers and freezers.
511-6-1.05
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed green buildup inside the ice shoot of the self-service drink machine. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed containers of food stored uncovered inside the walk-in-cooler. C/A: Store food covered at all times.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed several foods not labeled outside the original container. C/A: Label all foods stored outside the original container.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed and employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. C/A: Employees with beards or mustaches 1/2" or greater must wear a beard restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
14D - gloves used properly
Inspector notes: Observed an employee not change gloves between switching tasks. C/A: Change gloves in between switching tasks.
511-6-1.04(4)(n)
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Aug 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed food items (cheese-48F, lettuce-47F, tomatoes-42, and PICO-47F) improperly cold held above 41F. C/A: Maintain cold held foods at 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed several coolers w/out thermometers. C/A: Place thermometers inside the warmest part of every cooler & freezer.
511-6-1.05
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed a bottle of cleaner not properly labeled stored on shelf in kitchen. C/A: Label all cleaners w/ at least the common name and ensure they're properly stored.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
70
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed food items improperly cold held inside the coolers. Tomatoes-45F, cheese-42F, pico-45F, and rice-43F were cold held above 41F. C/A: Maintain cold held foods at 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed no PIC present w/in the establishment. Employees actively working were unable to demonstrate proper knowledge of the food service operations. C/A: Ensure that there is a PIC present during hours of operation or a responsible employee able to demonstrate proper knowledge of the food service operations.
511-6-1.03(1)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed mold-like buildup on a container of salsa stored inside the walk-in-cooler. C/A: Place food in an alternate container. Clean container. Monitor food items and dish washing practices to limit contamination risks.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed and employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. C/A: Employees w/ beards 1/2" or greater must wear a beard restraint during active food prep/cooking.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed the scoop improperly stored in a container of dry goods. C/A: Ensure scoops are stored properly w/ the handle above the food and container.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed uncleanliness inside the men's & women's restrooms. C/A: Clean both restrooms and/or have restrooms serviced.
511-6-1.07(5)(h)
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Sep 3, 2024
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (Pico-45F & Beef-44F) cold held above 41F in the walk-in-cooler. C/A: Monitor cold held foods at 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black buildup inside the bulk ice machine. C/A: Clean buildup. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection not posted in customer view. C/A: Post most current inspection within customer view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed mop stored on floor in main kitchen. C/A: Hang mop to air dry.
511-6-1.07(5)(f)
70
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed mixed veggies (48F), and chicken (49F) cold held above 41F. Was told by food service employee food was prepped 7/16/2024. C/A: Maintain cold held foods at 41F or below.
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items stored uncovered in the WIC, RIC's, and on the line. C/A: Store all food items covered.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup on and under the drink machine in self-service area. C/A: Clean buildup. Increase cleaning frequency.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes wet stack on drying rack. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed expired test strips for sanitizer. C/A: Obtain new test strips for sanitizer.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed buildup on equipment in front food service area. C/A: Clean buildup. Increase cleaning frequency.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed ants under drink machine in self-service. C/A: Determine an approved method to give rid of & deter ants.
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoop improperly stored in sugar. C/A: Store bowls, cups, and other utensils that don't have handles outside of food.
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Jan 16, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of seasonings on the dry storage rack stored uncovered. C/A: Stored all food items covered.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed frying oil stored on the floor. C/A: Store all food at least 6" off the floor.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed and employee wearing jewelry on their wrist while cooking. C/A: Ensure employees are aware of DPH rules and regs on jewelry.
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed multiple scoops sitting on top of food in multiple containers. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed wet mops sitting in buckets. C/A: Hang mops to air dry.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed buildup behind equipment in main kitchen. C/A: Clean up buildup behind equipment in main kitchen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Madre last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Madre on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Madre?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Madre.
How does Taco Madre compare to other restaurants in Augusta?
Taco Madre most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 89.
Has Taco Madre's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Madre have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taco Madre means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Taco Madre inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Madre is inspected around three times per year on average.
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