Taqueria Migueleno- Base

2015 Hwy 154 Ste 106, Newnan, GA 30263

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria Migueleno- Base has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Taqueria Migueleno- Base was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Newnan facility scores 86, putting Taqueria Migueleno- Base on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed food build up on blade of can opener. Equipment, food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean frequently to minimize accumulation. Can opener blade cleaned during inspection.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed build up on wall of ice machine. Food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation. Ice machine cleaned during inspection.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple food containers wet stacked. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils should have time to properly air dry before contact with food. Food containers separated during inspection.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee phone stored on dry storage rack with food items. Employee items should be stored in designated area. PIC moved phone during inspection.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

Sep 30, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer in three compartment sink exceeding recommended strengths for consumer safety. PIC remade sanitizer during inspection.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed paint wearing off walls, and stained/ warped ceiling tiles.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket exceeding recommended strengths for consumer safety. PIC remade sanitizer during inspection.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed clean wiping cloths used to store corn tortillas. Wiping clothes removed and tortilla's rewrapped in aluminum foil paper.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoop handle in contact with food in a container of sugar. PIC reposition handle to prevent touching of food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple racks with a wood board stored on top of it storing food items and drinks. Advised PIC that material should be cleanable and nonporous. PIC started to remove material during inspection.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

Oct 10, 2024

Routine

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

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris in handwash sink in main kitchen and a pitcher stored in handwash sink at bar area. PIC removed food debris and pitcher during inspection.

511-6-1-.03(5)(d)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed no hand wash sign at handwash sink in main kitchen.

511-6-1.07(3)(d)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored in reach-in cooler with consumer food and on food prep surface next to steam well. All items moved to their appropriate locations.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

May 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed bulk bags of cooked chicken and beef in the reach-in cooler without date labels. Date labels added during inspection.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Observed no quaternary test strips for sanitizer.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Migueleno- Base last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Migueleno- Base on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Migueleno- Base?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Migueleno- Base.

How does Taqueria Migueleno- Base compare to other restaurants in Newnan?

Taqueria Migueleno- Base most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Newnan average of 86.

Has Taqueria Migueleno- Base's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Migueleno- Base have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Migueleno- Base 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 Taqueria Migueleno- Base inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Migueleno- Base is inspected around three times per year on average.

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