Vicko's Tacos & Tequila
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Vicko's Tacos & Tequila has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 5, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Adairsville restaurant scene, where the average is 90, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed raw meat thawing in standing water. Meat was already thawed temping around 45F degrees. CA: Thawing should occur under refrigeration or completely submerged in cold running water. PIC stated that meat had not been thawing for more than 2 hours and started running water over the meat (cooking the food in the next 20 minutes)
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
95
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly cold holding above 41F (see temp log salsa and pasta noodles). CA: time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above COS: PIC put salsa in an ice bath to rapidly cool down, cooked pasta was discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly hot holding below 135F (see temp log for queso). CA: time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above COS: PIC discarded queso
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed house made salsa ranchero stored in walk-in cooler with date of 9/01/25. CA: Foods that requires date marking shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days. COS: PIC discarded salsa ranchero.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
64
Apr 2, 2025
Followup
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 1 minor violation. 9 corrected on site.
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4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper separation or raw animal foods and fully cooked/ready-to-eat foods; in the cooler drawers raw bacon was stored behind cheese and fully cooked meats, raw chicken was stored behind raw beef. In the walk-in cooler an open container of fully cooked meat was stored in direct contact with a container of raw chicken. CA: PIC instructed employees to rearrange all pans of raw meats so they were separated based on minimum internal cook temp.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods improperly cold holding above 41F (see temp log). CA: Sweet chili sauce stored ambient was out of temp for greater than 4 hours and was discarded. Hot dogs, chorizo, deli ham, sausage links, sausage patty and cut green leaf lettuce that were stored in the cooler drawers was out of temp for less than 4 hours and moved to the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed packages of cold medicine stored in the server area on a shelf in direct contact with single-use napkins for customers. CA: PIC removed medicines.
511-6-1.07(6)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap available at the bar hand washing sink. CA: PIC refilled soap dispenser.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed person-in-charge not ensuring compliance with multiple foodborne illness risk factors and unable to demonstrate sufficient food safety knowledge as it related to the operations of the facility. CA: all employees need to be properly trained or retrained.
511-6-1.03(1)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Certified Food Safety Manager does not demonstrate proficiency in active managerial control measures. CFSM unable to assess the training needs of food service employees.
511-6-1-.03(3)(d)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand soap at bar hand washing sink blocked and inaccessible; a cutting board was stored in a way that blocked the soap dispenser. CA: PIC relocated the cutting board.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provision available at the hand washing sink in the server station area. CA: PIC refilled paper towel dispenser.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple dented cans (severe dents in the side any dents on the seal) in the dry storage area. CA: Discussed with PIC. Cans were discarded. A designated, labelled shelf will be made for dented/damaged cans.
511-6-1.04(3)(e)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface not clean to sight and touch; interior of tea nozzle had significant black build up. CA: PIC pulled tea container to be re-cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal drinks stored in dry storage area and not in a single use cup with lid and straw. CA: PIC relocated cup.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
32
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
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4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several area of improper food storage based on internal cook temp requirements. Raw fish stored in direct contact with raw beef and pork in walk-in cooler. Raw shell eggs stored in back of prep top cooler. Raw steaks stored above RTE sauces in reach-in cooler. CA: PIC had employees rearrange all areas to correct order. Provided storage order poster
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken wings held in reach-in cooler with a date of 8/31. CA: Discussed proper date marking procedures with PIC and PIC discarded the wings. Provided date marking poster
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dirty utensils stored in a handwashing sink. CA: Hand washing sinks may only be used for hand washing and cannot be used for anything else. PIC moved utensils to dirty dish area
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal drinks stored improperly in reach-in coolers and on prep top tables and not in single-use cup. CA: Discussed with PIC all employee beverages must be stored in single use cup with lid and straw and placed to not contaminate foods or food prep areas. PIC discarded beverages
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
64
Jan 31, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vicko's Tacos & Tequila last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vicko's Tacos & Tequila on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vicko's Tacos & Tequila?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Vicko's Tacos & Tequila.
How does Vicko's Tacos & Tequila compare to other restaurants in Adairsville?
Vicko's Tacos & Tequila most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Adairsville average of 90.
Has Vicko's Tacos & Tequila's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Vicko's Tacos & Tequila have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Vicko's Tacos & Tequila 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 Vicko's Tacos & Tequila inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vicko's Tacos & Tequila is inspected around three times per year on average.
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