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Fulton County
Fast Food Fulton County Permit: fsp-060-008969

Taqueria Don Chon Inc.

616 S Central Ave, Atlanta, GA 30354

94 A
Most Recent Score
Excellent
Followup • 2026-07-16
Public Records Freshness: Data current as of September 16, 2026.
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Official Inspection History

3 recorded inspections
A (94) Followup Most Recent
Inspection Date: 2026-07-16 • Violations Cited: 3
Ref: insp_ga_fsp-060-008969_2026-07-16_36026
Cited Observations & Standards
Item 13A Good Retail Practice

Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing — Inspector Note: Observed the current inspection not posted. CA- inspection received via email today shall be printed and posted. 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - Displaying of the Inspection Report (C) 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Item 14A Good Retail Practice Corrected On Site (COS)

In-use utensils: properly stored — Inspector Note: Observed tongs stored on handle of oven. Cos by removing tongs. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi).

Item 4-2A Critical / Risk Factor Corrected On Site (COS)

Food stored covered — Inspector Note: Observed multiple food items in cooler stored uncovered (chicken wings, pork). Cos by covering. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;

C (78) Routine
Inspection Date: 2026-07-06 • Violations Cited: 4
Ref: insp_ga_fsp-060-008969_2026-07-06_36025
Cited Observations & Standards
Item 12A Good Retail Practice

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display — Inspector Note: Observed food in prep top cooler potentially contaminated by splashing/leakage from ac vent directly above. Closed the prep top cooler and advised to fix ac unit. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination

Item 2-2D Critical / Risk Factor Corrected On Site (COS)

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible — Inspector Note: Observed handwash sink in kitchen obstructed and unreachable. Cos by moving items and chair from in front of hand sink. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf

Item 4-2B Critical / Risk Factor

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed dishes stored clean with debris and buildup, and ice machine with pink residue buildup. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

Item 6-1A Critical / Risk Factor

Proper cold holding temperatures — Inspector Note: Observed failure to maintain food items at or below 41F. Observed in prep top cooler sliced cucumbers at 51. Advised to discard and maintain food bellow 41. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P

B (80) Routine
Inspection Date: 2026-01-20 • Violations Cited: 5
Ref: insp_ga_fsp-060-008969_2026-01-20_36024
Cited Observations & Standards
Item 12A Good Retail Practice

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display — Inspector Note: Observed failure to properly stored foods. Observed box of tomatillos stored in mechanical ventilation area. Food may not be stored in the following areas: Mechanical rooms

Item 14A Good Retail Practice

In-use utensils: properly stored — Inspector Note: Observed failure to maintain in use utensils properly stored in between uses Observed spoon stored with handle in food item During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; Spoon removed

Item 18 Good Retail Practice

Insects, rodents, and animals not present — Inspector Note: Observed failure to maintain outer openings protected. Observed back door not properly sealed to prevent the intrusion of pests. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors

Item 1-2A Critical / Risk Factor

PIC present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties — Inspector Note: Observed failure to maintain a person in charge at facility at all times. At time of inspection no person with managerial control was present. There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. The person in charge shall ensure compliance with the following EHS designated point of contact as person in charge.

Item 6-1A Critical / Risk Factor

Proper cold holding temperatures — Inspector Note: Observed failure to maintain food items at or below 41F. Observed several food items stored above 41F. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. Food items were discarded