Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
78
Score
Across the available record, Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 15, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Compared to the broader Mcdonough restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual ware washing. Observed dishwashing machine not dispensing Chlorine sanitizer. After further investigation, the chlorine sanitizer bucket was observed empty. PIC corrected on site by changing the sanitizer bucket and priming the dish machine. After the correction, the concentration of chlorine was observed at 50 ppm after the final rinse. Violation Code Reference
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed plates in the food preparation area not inverted. PIC corrected on site.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the employee must wash hands sign was not provided in the Men's restroom. PIC advised that he would replace the sign by 12/16/25.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the light in the walk in freezer needs to be replaced.511-6-1.07(3)(f) - Lighting Intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (C) (f) Lighting Intensity. The light intensity shall be: 1. At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; 2. At least 20 foot candles (215 lux): (i) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption; (ii) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; (iii) At a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing...
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
78
Jun 25, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed clean utensils stored below raw chicken preparation area. PIC had the dishes removed, washed, cleaned, and sanitized. Observed plates in the food preparation area not inverted. PIC corrected on site.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed raw wrapped meat stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Also observed cook beef chile relleno stored in the walk in cooler unwrapped. CA- PIC corrected on site by wrapping the chile relleno and raising the raw wrapped meats six inches above the floor to prevent potential contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most current inspection report was not posted for display in the drive thru window. CA- PIC will post the current inspection report from today's inspection.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
86
Dec 11, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual ware washing. Observed dishwashing machine not dispensing Chlorine sanitizer. After further investigation, the chlorine sanitizer bucket was observed empty. PIC corrected on site by changing the sanitizer bucket and priming the dish machine. After the correction, the concentration of chlorine was observed at 50 ppm after the final rinse. Violation Code Reference
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment offers undercooked TCS foods (Steak) and other items on the menu. The menu does not contain a consumer advisory. According to the PIC, the menu was created by Sysco. PIC advised to cease offering undercooked items immediately until a consumer advisory (Disclosure and reminder) is added to the menu. All foods must be fully cooked. PIC will email a copy of the new menu to robert.lewis1@dph.ga.gov.
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mold in caulking next to the dishwasher (Repeat). Also observed flour sifters in bad repair. The wires were exposed. CA- As a result, the PIC discarded the damaged sifters.
511-6-1.05(2)(c)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the location could not provide quaternary ammonium test strips for sanitizer observed in the bar. PIC will obtain quaternary ammonium test strips by 12/15/24.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths observed in a white bucket. Chlorine solution concentration was 0 ppm. PIC corrected on site by discarding the sanitizer and remaking to bring the concentration to 50 ppm
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
64
Jun 10, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Containers of salt, sugar, and seasonings not properly labeled.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Internal thermometers not provided in the reach in cooler.
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths observed in a white bucket. Chlorine solution concentration was 10 ppm. PIC corrected on site by discarding the sanitizer and remaking to bring the concentration to 50 ppm
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Mold observed on caulking next to the dishwasher
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Self closure needed on the restroom door
511-6-1.07(5)(i)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant.
How does Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant 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 Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tequila Sal Y Limon Mexican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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