Vallartas

104 Jackson St, Vidalia, GA 30474

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Vallartas five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 9, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored covered”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Vidalia sits at 87, putting Vallartas on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed broken floor tiles in walk in cooler.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed chemicals stored next to jug of frying oil under prep table on shelf and by single use aluminum dishes in dry storage. CA: chemicals must be stored separately from food items.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed container of dry peppers left open in dry storage. CA: all foods must be covered.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed onions in dry storage and frying oil in dry storage being stored on the floor. CA: all food items must be stored 6 inches off of the ground.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet metal pans and lids being stacked to dry. CA: dishes must be air dried before stacking to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Apr 16, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler ambient at 42, sour cream at 45, cheese dip at 45, and pico de gallo at 45. COS: Manager moved foods to another unit. Do not use this until until re-checked by the health department.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed personal drinks on dish machine.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed seasonings uncovered on a shelf and cilantro uncovered in the reach in cooler

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed shredded chicken that was just prepared cooling lidded in the walk-in cooler. The shredded chicken was uncovered.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Apr 29, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed beef at 65, tomato at 44, ambient at 47, and veggie medley at 48 in reach in cooler in kitchen area. Do not use until checked by the health department.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed tamales with date mark of 04/13 and chille Colorado at 04/21. COS: Discarded foods out of date.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

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

Inspector notes: Observed shredded chicken lidded in cooling process in walk in cooler. CA: Manager will educate food handling employee on proper cooling methods.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vallartas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vallartas on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vallartas?

Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vallartas.

How does Vallartas compare to other restaurants in Vidalia?

Vallartas most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Vidalia average of 87.

Has Vallartas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Vallartas have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Vallartas 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 Vallartas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vallartas is inspected around three times per year on average.

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