Brookhaven, DeKalb County

VERDE TAQUERIA

1426 DRESDEN DR ATLANTA, GA 30319

Food
Latest score
96
Feb 2, 2026
City
Brookhaven
County
DeKalb
Inspections
3

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Feb 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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 an unlabeled spray bottle with unknown substance inside.

CA: Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material

PIC labeled bottle

Jun 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 971 violation

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several containers of Pico de Gallo and diced tomatoes cooling while being tightly wrapped. Informed PIC food will not cool within the allotted time due to the containers being tightly wrapped and preventing cool air from circulating through food. COS - food left partially unwrapped to help cool properly.

Apr 3, 2024

Routine

Score: 902 violations

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 TCS foods stored in prep top breading cooler and RIC under grill holding above 41F. Informed PIC all TCS foods must be held at 41F or below. COS - PIC relocated items to RIF and WIC to cool down to temperature.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed gasket on WIC door unclean with a buildup of soil residue. Informed PIC all nonfood contact surfaces must be maintained and cleaned regularly.