Molinos Mexican Grill

Observed a container of moldy and soft cucumbers stored in the walk in cooler. Advised PIC to discard the cucumbers due to food items having mold and not being safe for consumption (COS).

511-6-1.04(1) - Safe, unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P) (1) Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P

Observed raw beef stored between whole corn and fresh produce. Observed raw chicken stored by sliced pineapples. Observed sliced pineapples stored directly on top of raw chicken wings. Food items should be stored according to their cooking temperatures. PIC removed items and started the proper arrangement of food items (COS).

511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (P, C) (c) Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation.

1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by:

(i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(IV) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from:

(I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, P and

(II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and P

(III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed; P

(IV) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready-to-eat food.

(ii) Except when combined as ingredients, separating types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display by:

(I) Using separate equipment for each type, P or

(II) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented, P and

(III) Preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas; P

(iii) Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils;

(v) Cleaning hermetically sealed containers of food of visible soil before opening;

(vi) Protecting food containers that are received packaged together in a case or overwrap from cuts when the case or overwrap is opened;

(vii) Storing damaged, spoiled, or recalled food being held in the food service establishment separate from food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles; or

(viii) Separating fruits and vegetables, before they are washed from ready-to-eat food.

Observed an employee's cup without a lid and straw and eaten food item stored on top of the reach in cooler by clean plates. Advised PIC and employees to not eat food or consume drinks in the kitchen or preparation area.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) (k) Hygienic Practices.

1. Employees shall not use any form of tobacco products, or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, while engaged in food preparation or service, nor while in areas used for equipment or utensil washing and storage, food preparation or food storage. Employees shall only use tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking in approved designated areas. Food items were discarded (COS).

2. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

Observed the ice scoop holder with the scoop stored inside of it with a brown build up on the interior surface. The scoop and holder were removed for cleaning.

Observed the produce cutter and can opener stored with clean dishes with old food build up. The can opener also had a build up of metal shaving.

All food contact surfaces should be clean to the sight and touch.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils.

(a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.

1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All food items were held in the lowboy cooler directly underneath the grill. The cooler had an ambient air temperature of 50F. All food items must be discarded. No food should be kept in the lowboy cooler until the unit is repaired. Please send a copy of the completed service report on the lowboy cooler stated what the issue is and how it was repaired to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov by 8/6/25.

Observed an employee's cup stored on the prep table with condensation around it sitting directly beside an opened bag of flour tortillas.

Observed two opened water bottles stored above the replacement drink syrups boxes in the outside storage area.

All personal items should be stored in a designated area to prevent contamination to food items being served. All items were removed (COS).

511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) (k) Hygienic Practices.

1. Employees shall not use any form of tobacco products, or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, while engaged in food preparation or service, nor while in areas used for equipment or utensil washing and storage, food preparation or food storage. Employees shall only use tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking in approved designated areas.

2. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

Observed a grill cleaner stored in the handwashing sink on the hot line. Also, at the bar (4) containers of blender mixers were stored in the handwashing sink.

All handwashing sinks should be available and accessible at all times. No food, food contact surface, or nonfood contact surface should be stored in the handwashing sink. All items were removed (COS).

511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink.

1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf

2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf

3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pf

Observed the ice scoop holder with the scoop stored inside of it with a brown build up on the interior surface. The holder was removed for cleaning (COS).

Observed the metal chute part on the interior surface of the ice machine with a pink mold-like build up. PIC unplugged the ice machine for a deep cleaning.

Observed clean plates with old food debris. PIC removed the plates to start the cleaning process.

Observed the bottom of the reach in cooler at the bar where clean glasses are stored with brown build up. PIC started the cleaning process (COS).

All food contact surfaces should be clean to the sight and touch.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils.

(a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.

1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

Observed several flies throughout the kitchen, prep area, and dining room. Facility must be reassessed and treated for flies. Have your pest control company to come to the facility and see if air curtains, fly lights, etc. can be installed to help prevent the amount of flies in the facility. Pest control will need to be assess the situation and treat. Please provide a plan on how the problem will be abated. Pest control will need to treat again by 8/7/25. Please provide the plan to my email by 8/14/25.

D&H Services (770-599-9543) treated facility on 7/7/25 for flies. Technician was Jarrett Simmons.

511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;

2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;

3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and

4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Observed several containers of juice stored on the floor in the bar area. All food and food contact surfaces must be stored 6 inches or above to prevent potential contamination. CA-PIC raised all containers off the floor. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

Observed a hose connected to the three compartment sink did not have a backflow preventer. CA-PIC will install a backflow valve by 1/25/25 to prevent potential back siphonage.

511-6-1.06(2)(e) - Backflow Prevention Device, Design Standard (P) (e) Backflow Prevention Device, Design Standard. A backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering (A.S.S.E.) standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing for that specific application and type of device. P

Observed handsink in the kitchen needs a splashguard between the handsink and preparation/storage table to prevent splashing when washing hands and potential food contamination. PIC will install a splashguard by 1/25/25.

511-6-1.05(1)(i) - Nonfood-contact Surfaces (C) (i) Nonfood-contact 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.

Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed the dumpster was missing a dumpster plug. The dumpster plug must be replaced to prevent potential pest and improper draining of waste water. CA- PIC will contact the dumpster company and have the dumpster plug installed by 1/25/25.

511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place.

(p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.

Observed the ceiling tile in the kitchen not in good repair due to stains, dust, and tile not smooth. Also observed the floor tile damaged by the steam table and ice machine. Please replace tile or seal with cement. Observed mold build up on the wall behind the dish machine and above the three-compartment sink. PIC will treat and remove all mold like build up by 1/25/25.

511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Observed sanitizer buckets at 200 PPM chlorine. PIC remade to 50-100 PPM (COS).

Observed (2) chemical bottles without a name to determine what was inside.

Observed raw cut vegetables in a bowl stored on top of the garbage can.

Observed glasses, oil, can goods, etc. stored on the floor in the outside storage. All items should be lifted 6 inches or higher off the floor.

Observed the cold water knob broken on the hand sink in the dish area.

Observed the ceiling tile in the kitchen not in good repair due to stains, dust, and tile not smooth. Also observed the floor tile damaged by the steam table and ice machine. Please replace tile or seal with cement.

Observed water nesting on the floor in the kitchen.

Observed several light shields in need of cleaning throughout the kitchen.

Small leak below the hand sink in the bar

Floor tile in the bar needs to be grouted. Coved base in the walk in cooler must be installed