Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2

1109 N. First St., Jesup, GA 31545

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from May 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2's latest score of 82 falls below the Jesup average of 94. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 4, 2026

Routine

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

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of food with no date in RIC. CA: Date and label all foods out of original packaging.

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple pans of foods uncovered throughout the facility. CA: Cover all foods stored to prevent contamination to food.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed rice cooling on counter covered. CA: Uncover cooling foods to cool safely.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 violations

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice cooling on counter, tightly covered at 110. COS: person in charge uncovered rice to cool properly.

511-6-1.04(6)(d)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed cooler drawer ambient temperature at 47, chicken at 56, and bacon at 51. CA: PIC threw out meats. Do not use cooler drawer until it can hold proper temperature.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed sponges inside the handwash sink in the kitchen. CA: handwash sink should only be used for handwashing.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed no soap available at handwash sink at the bar. CA: Handwash sink should be stocked with soap.

511-6-1.07(3)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed employee phone and cup on prep area, and Starbucks cup in the freezer. CA: employee's items should be stored in designated area.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

Dec 2, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

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4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed a couple of pans in the walk in cooler stored uncovered. CA: Cover all food being stored, to prevent from contamination.

Feb 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed food not at temperature required at 135 or below. Food items were placed straight into the steam well from the walk-in cooler. Advised the manager that items need to be heated up to a minimum of 135 degrees before placing into the steam well. Advised the manager to properly reheat all items in the steam well to proper temp or discard items. See temp observations.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed a scoop being stored in the sugar, causing potential contamination as well as a bowl being used as a scoop. CA: Ensure no part of a handle touches the surface of food. REPEAT VIOLATION

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2.

How does Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 compare to other restaurants in Jesup?

Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Jesup average of 94.

Has Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 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 Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tequilas Mex Restaurant #2 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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