Newnan, Coweta County

Barberitos A Southwestern Grille & Cantina

335 NEWNAN CROSSING BYPASS STE B NEWNAN, GA 30265

Food

Latest score

May 26, 2026

City

Newnan

County

Coweta

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

May 26, 2026

Routine

Score: 924 violations

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed soap not available at both handwashing sinks. Soap provided during inspection.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand drying provisions not available at kitchen handwashing sink. Paper towels located at the far end of the kitchen and placed next to sink area.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(c) - handwashing aids & devices, use restrictions (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed pitcher in handwashing sink. Pitcher removed during inspection.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(o) - manual warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization using detergent sanitizers(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sanitizing solution not testing for sanitizing solution at three compartment sink. Sanitizing solution remade during inspection.

Nov 14, 2025

Routine

Score: 914 violations

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sanitizer bucket stored on shelf with single use items. PIC moved sanitizer during inspection. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed two buckets of food stored on the floor in walk-in cooler. Food items shall be stored at least 6 inches off the floor. PIC moved food to rack during inspection.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple single use pans with food surface exposed on dry storage rack. PIC inverted pans during inspection.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee drink stored with consumer food in walk-in cooler. Employee food items should be stored in a designated area away from consumer food. PIC moved drink during inspection.

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

Score: 755 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple small containers of salsa and sour cream stored in prep-top cooler above proper cold holding temperature of 41F. Salsa 63F and Sour cream 62F. PIC discarded all containers during inspection. TCS food items stored for cold holding shall be stored at 41F or below.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed container of water stored in hand wash sink. Hand wash sink is for HAND WASHING ONLY. PIC removed container during inspection.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black build up in ice machine in back kitchen. Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation. PIC stated that ice machine will be cleaned today. Will return tomorrow to ensure correction.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chemical spray bottle on rack without a label. PIC added label during inspection. Chemicals stored in working containers shall bear a label.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no inspection posted in establishment. Current inspection report shall be posted and visible to customers.

Mar 5, 2025

Routine

Score: 814 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed salsa stored above 41F at self-serve salsa station. Tomatillo salsa observed at 55F and Serrano salsa observed at 48F. Salsa made two hours earlier. Added ice to ice bath and lowered temperatures below 41F.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed broken/dead battery in automatic paper towels dispenser in main kitchen and women's restroom. Paper towels shall be available to dry hands and prevent contamination. Dispensers repaired during inspection.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cloths shall be fully submerged in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee removed several cloths from bucket during inspection.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no inspection posted in establishment. Inspection report hung up during inspection.

Dec 9, 2024

Routine

Score: 738 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple temperature control for safety foods stored above 41F in reach-in cooler in front food service area including shredded Monterrey at 46F and prep-top items including cut leafy greens at 48F and diced tomatoes at 45F. All items prepared earlier, opened, and returned to walk-in cooler to cool. All items should be stored at 41F or below. Fresh supply brought out to prep-top during inspection.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table next to clean equipment. Observed employee cup on prep top surface in main kitchen and front food service area. Observed open and half-eaten employee food on prep surface in front food service area. Employees should have a designated area for drinks and food. All employee food relocated to proper area during inspection.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1-.03(5)(d) - where to wash (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed soiled rags and plastic container stored in handwash sink in main kitchen area. Handwash sink should only be used to wash hands. Container and rags moved during inspection.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no paper towels at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Observed dead battery in machine but paper towels provided in front food service area. Hand drying provisions should be provided to ensure proper handwash procedures. Paper towels replaced in main kitchen during inspection.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed black build up in ice machine in back kitchen. Observed black and pink build up in tea canisters is dining area. Observed heavy black mold-like buildup in soda nozzles in dining area. Advised PIC to clean at a frequency to minimize accumulation.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed thawing steak in bucket of water in vegetable prep sink without running water. Steak temperature recorded as 38F. Steak moved to walk-in cooler during inspection.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no hot water available at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Hot water source reconnected during inspection.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee food stored above consumer food in walk-in cooler. Employee food should be should in a designated area separate from consumer food. Employee food relocated during inspection.

Jun 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 865 violations

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1-.03(5)(d) - where to wash (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food debris inside both hand wash sinks in back and front kitchen area. Handwash sinks should only be used to wash hands.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black build up in ice machine in back kitchen. Advised PIC to clean at a frequency to minimize accumulation.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sanitizer bucket near grill area not reaching minimum chemical concentration. PIC re-made sanitizer.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chemical spray bottle on rack without a label. PIC added label during inspection.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink in back kitchen or in men's room.

Dec 11, 2023

Routine

Score: 835 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed thawing steak in bucket in vegetable prep sink at 71F. PIC discarded steak.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed thawing steak in bucket of water in vegetable prep sink without running water and above 41F. PIC discarded steak.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink in back kitchen or in men's room.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no food service permit and no choking poster posted.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed single use pans, bowls & silverware with food surface exposed on dry storage rack. PIC inverted pans & bowls and covered silverware.

Jun 15, 2023

Routine

Score: 778 violations

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4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed in reach in cooler raw ground beef stored above ready to eat sauces and beside ready to eat chicken. Observed in walk in cooler bacon bits stored beside raw steak. PIC moved items to appropriate locations.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sanitizer in three compartment sink and in sanitizer buckets at less than minimum concentration. PIC re-made sanitizer.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black mold-like substance on ice machine lid and on drink machine.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chemicals stored on shelves above and beside single use food items, such as plastic wrap. PIC separated chemicals and food items.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed thawing steak in bucket of water in vegetable prep sink without running water. PIC moved bucket to correct sink and placed under running water.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink in back kitchen.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed single use pans with food surface exposed on dry storage rack. PIC inverted pans.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee items,such as purse, drink, and apron, stored on food prep top surfaces and on dry storage shelf. PIC moved items to appropriate location. Observed two cans of employee drink stored down in the ice of the ice machine. PIC removed cans and emptied ice machine of contaminated ice.