Taco Mexico

530 Lake Center Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30040

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Taco Mexico. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

Looking across the full record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Cumming restaurant, which scores around 91. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 24, 2025

Routine

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

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Inspector observed CFSM certificate not displayed in public view. Corrective Action: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority.

511-6-1.03(3)(c)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed dish machine producing 0 ppm Cl at 93.5F. COS- set up 3 compartment sink with sanitizer solution 50-100 ppm Cl. Corrective Action: A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart: Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC)

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Inspector observed 3 lights in the cookline ventilation hoods that are not operational. Corrective Action: At least 50 foot candles (540 lux) at a surface where a food service employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor.

511-6-1.07(3)(f)

Aug 21, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed 2 lights in the cookline hood are burnt out. Advised PIC to replace bulbs and provide adequate lighting in all cook and food prep areas.

511-6-1.07(3)(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Mexico last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Mexico on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Mexico?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Mexico.

How does Taco Mexico compare to other restaurants in Cumming?

Taco Mexico most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Cumming average of 91.

Has Taco Mexico's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taco Mexico have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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