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POBLANOS MEXICAN GRILL

1319 Scenic Hwy S Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Latest available inspection

Gwinnett County

What the inspector found

All 5 findings ↗

5 findings recorded on Jul 31, 2026.

  1. Inspector observationItem 6-1C ↗

    Cooling time and temperature

    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…
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Inspection item 6-1C

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  2. Inspector observationItem 11A ↗

    Cooling methods and equipment

    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…
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Inspection item 11A

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  3. Inspector observationItem 12A ↗

    Food storage and contamination

    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.
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Inspection item 12A

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

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  1. Inspector observationItem 12C ↗

    Wiping cloth use and storage

    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).
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Inspection item 12C

    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 ↗

    Correction status not recorded

  2. Inspector observationItem 15A ↗

    Equipment design and condition

    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)
    Inspector’s full note

    Inspection item: Inspection item 15A

    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 status not recorded

Correction status comes from the dated report. Later changes may not be recorded here.

Inspection history 1

Official history ↗
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    Report

1 available inspection report. History may be incomplete.

About this location record

This page follows facility B982331A-5D4A-4606-AE0E-BC0697D22B27 within Gwinnett County. Names and addresses remain as recorded at each inspection. Different official facility IDs remain separate. Intervening inspections may be missing.

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