Smash Tacos & Tequila received a B, scoring 89 out of 100, in a DeKalb County food-service inspection on Jul 1, 2026. The official report lists four findings. [1]
The inspector observed 2 ice baths with raw chicken, pork, tilapia, mozzarella, cabbage being stored under 41F. [2]
The inspector also observed dry storage shelves with containers of utensils, towels, aprons that were stored with unclean to sight and touch containers also unclean. [3]
A separate finding described main prep-top cooler in kitchen out of order. [4]
The report marks one finding as corrected on site. [5]
Showing 4 of 4 findings
Observed 2 ice baths with raw chicken, pork, tilapia, mozzarella, cabbage being stored under 41F. Observed raw chicken, rice without a date mark, stored in the walk in cooler under 41F.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)
Observed 2 ice baths with raw chicken, pork, tilapia, mozzarella, cabbage being stored under 41F. Observed raw chicken, rice without a date mark, stored in the walk in cooler under 41F. CA: 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. COS: Ice baths were remade to fully submerge items inside ice to cool properly. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
Observed dry storage shelves with containers of utensils, towels, aprons that were stored with unclean to sight and touch containers also unclean. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: In a clean, dry location; Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.
Code 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4
Observed dry storage shelves with containers of utensils, towels, aprons that were stored with unclean to sight and touch containers also unclean. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: In a clean, dry location; Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: In a self-draining position that allows air drying; New Violation. Correct By: 07/06/2026Official report · Item 14B ↗
Correct by
Observed main prep-top cooler in kitchen out of order. PIC has created ice bath until Freon is ordered from China as it is a special type.
Code 511-6-1.05(6)(a)
Observed main prep-top cooler in kitchen out of order. PIC has created ice bath until Freon is ordered from China as it is a special type. CA: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened. New Violation. Correct By: 07/10/2026Official report · Item 15A ↗
Correct by
Shelving of walk in coolers, and shelving of equipment accumulated with food debris and black substance. Walk in cooler floor has a black organic substance on the flooring.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3
Shelving of walk in coolers, and shelving of equipment accumulated with food debris and black substance. Walk in cooler floor has a black organic substance on the flooring. CA:he food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. New Violation.Official report · Item 15C ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
DeKalb County · Jul 1, 2026
02 / Same facility ↗Official inspection historyInspection 57538622 · Facility 12298127
03 / How scoring works ↗Georgia’s food-service rulesScores and findings describe the dated inspection, not current operating conditions. A correction deadline does not establish whether an issue remained unresolved afterward.
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