POBLANOS MEXICAN GRILL received a B, scoring 84 out of 100, in a Gwinnett County food-service inspection on Jul 31, 2026. The official report lists five findings. [1]
The inspector observed prepped beef (that was ground on site) stored in 2 plastic tubs in the walk-in cooler, not cooling at a fast enough rate. [2]
The inspector also observed 2 closed plastic tubs of cooling ground beef in the walk-in cooler not cooling at a fast enough rate. [3]
A separate finding described milk, creamer, and other unopened foods stored under a leaking condenser in an upright cooler. [4]
Showing 5 of 5 findings
Observed prepped beef (that was ground on site) stored in 2 plastic tubs in the walk-in cooler, not cooling at a fast enough rate. Observed tomato puree from a can (that was opened and portioned) placed in a plastic container in the walk-in cooler, not cooling at a fast enough rate. See temperature log. TCS foods being cooled from 135°F to 70°F in 2 hours MUST cool 0.54°F per minute (roughly 32.5°F per hour). TCS foods being cooled from 70°F to 41°F MUST cool 7.25°F per hour (0.121°F per min or 29°F in 4 hours). Corrective Actions: The containers storing the ground beef were open and placed in the walk-in freezer and in front of the fans. The container storing the tomato puree was opened…
Code .04(6)(d)
Observed prepped beef (that was ground on site) stored in 2 plastic tubs in the walk-in cooler, not cooling at a fast enough rate. Observed tomato puree from a can (that was opened and portioned) placed in a plastic container in the walk-in cooler, not cooling at a fast enough rate. See temperature log. TCS foods being cooled from 135°F to 70°F in 2 hours MUST cool 0.54°F per minute (roughly 32.5°F per hour). TCS foods being cooled from 70°F to 41°F MUST cool 7.25°F per hour (0.121°F per min or 29°F in 4 hours). Corrective Actions: The containers storing the ground beef were open and placed in the walk-in freezer and in front of the fans. The container storing the tomato puree was opened and placed in front of the walk-in cooler fan.Official report · Item 6-1C ↗
Observed 2 closed plastic tubs of cooling ground beef in the walk-in cooler not cooling at a fast enough rate. Observed a closed plastic container of tomato puree cooling in the walk -in cooler. Foods shall be cooled using one or more methods approved by the health authority (e.g., smaller batches, thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring food in containers placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer and ice as an ingredient; placing items in the walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer partially or completely uncovered as long as the food is protected from overhead contamination). (Pf, C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge was educated on…
Code .04(6)(e)
Observed 2 closed plastic tubs of cooling ground beef in the walk-in cooler not cooling at a fast enough rate. Observed a closed plastic container of tomato puree cooling in the walk -in cooler. Foods shall be cooled using one or more methods approved by the health authority (e.g., smaller batches, thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring food in containers placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer and ice as an ingredient; placing items in the walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer partially or completely uncovered as long as the food is protected from overhead contamination). (Pf, C) Corrective Actions: The person in charge was educated on proper cooling methods (leaving the food uncovered, checking temps, and using metal containers instead of plastic).Official report · Item 11A ↗
Observed milk, creamer, and other unopened foods stored under a leaking condenser in an upright cooler. Observed a container storing cups of butter (unopened) full of water from the leaking condenser. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: 1) in a clean dry location; (C) 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; (C) and 3) at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. (C) Corrective Actions: Food items were removed from the cooler and stored in the walk-in cooler. Wet, unopened products were dried and stored in the walk-in cooler.
Code .04(4)(q)
Observed milk, creamer, and other unopened foods stored under a leaking condenser in an upright cooler. Observed a container storing cups of butter (unopened) full of water from the leaking condenser. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: 1) in a clean dry location; (C) 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; (C) and 3) at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. (C) Corrective Actions: Food items were removed from the cooler and stored in the walk-in cooler. Wet, unopened products were dried and stored in the walk-in cooler.Official report · Item 12A ↗
Observed multiple wet wiping cloths on prep surfaces in the kitchen. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be stored in sanitizer of the appropriate concentration in-between uses and laundered daily. (C) Corrective Actions: Wiping cloths were moved to a sanitizer bucket at the appropriate concentration for Chlorine sanitizer (50ppm).
Code .04(4)(m)
Observed multiple wet wiping cloths on prep surfaces in the kitchen. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be stored in sanitizer of the appropriate concentration in-between uses and laundered daily. (C) Corrective Actions: Wiping cloths were moved to a sanitizer bucket at the appropriate concentration for Chlorine sanitizer (50ppm).Official report · Item 12C ↗
Observed cardboard and aluminum foil used as lining on food storage shelves and prep surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. (C)
Code .05(1)(i)
Observed cardboard and aluminum foil used as lining on food storage shelves and prep surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. (C)Official report · Item 15A ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
Gwinnett County · Jul 31, 2026
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