Willy's Mexicana Grill

2280 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30309

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Willy's Mexicana Grill stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 14, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Utensils, equipment and linens” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Willy's Mexicana Grill's latest score of 95 sits above the Atlanta average of 90. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed food containers near 3 compartment sink stacked while still wet. CA: Advised PIC to allow containers to air dry before stacking them.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed multiple foods in WIC above 41 degrees. CA: Advised PIC to ensure door to WIC is closed completely at all times.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Apr 17, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed food containers near 3 compartment sink stacked while still wet. CA: Advised PIC to allow containers to air dry before stacking them.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Sep 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed food containers near 3 compartment sink stacked while still wet. CA: Advised PIC to allow containers to air dry before stacking them.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Mar 27, 2024

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed several heavily scored cutting with a black mold like substance in the gashes. EHS also observed can opener with a black residue on the blade. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. PIC will discard or have them sanded by a professional to return them a cleanable state.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed corn salsa, beans and chicken cooling fully covered. 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. PIC will ensure the food that is cooling is loosely covered to allow more heat to be given off.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

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

Inspector notes: Observed several soiled cloth in the prep area. 4. Dry wiping cloths and the chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be free of food debris and visible soil. PIC had cloths moved to the laundry basket

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Willy's Mexicana Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Willy's Mexicana Grill on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Willy's Mexicana Grill?

Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Willy's Mexicana Grill.

How does Willy's Mexicana Grill compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Willy's Mexicana Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Willy's Mexicana Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Willy's Mexicana Grill have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Willy's Mexicana Grill 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 Willy's Mexicana Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Willy's Mexicana Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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