The Original El Taco - Conc F

6000 N Terminal Pkwy Conc F, Atlanta, GA 30320

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at The Original El Taco - Conc F stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

Compared to other Atlanta restaurants (averaging 90), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed clean rags inside of back area handsink. Advised PIC handsink shall be accessible at all times. COS: Had PIC remove cleaning rags.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed RIC 3 near cookline in disrepair, ambient air temperature of 65.8F no TCS food items stored. Advised PIC equipment shall be maintained in state of repair.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

Jul 8, 2025

Followup

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

Inspector notes: Observed condensation from cooler dripping on container of sour cream. Advised to repair

511-6-1.04(4)(z)

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods held above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall be held @ 41F or below for cold holding. Advised to discard.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed containers of grilled chicken below 135F. Advised PIC all TCS foods hot holding shall be held @ 135F or above. Advised to discard.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: NO PIC available at time of inspection. Advised designated PIC a PIC shall be in charge at time of inspection. COS-Unit Manager eventually came.

511-6-1.03(2)

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector notes: No Vomit/Fecal procedures provided @ time of inspection. Advised PIC written procedures shall be in place @ time of inspection.

511-6-1.03(6)

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (Queso) cooling on countertop. Advised PIC of proper cooling methods. Advised to place on ice.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket below not reading proper concentration. Also, observed damp cloth on countertop. Advised PIC proper concentration for quat 200-400 ppm. Advised sanitizer shall be in chemical sanitizer between use.

511-6-1.05(1)(f)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed several cold hold units in disrepair. Advised PIC all units shall be in good repair. Will follow up to check.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

Dec 4, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed TCS food not cold holding at 41F or below. Advised when using ice bath to submerge in ice water mixture as far as the content stops in the container

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

May 13, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods in prep top cooler not cold holding at 41F or below. PIC adjusted ice bath in cooler

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (fried chicken and grilled chicken) not hot holding at 135F or above. Advised to reheat to 165F

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS food chicken not cooled to 70F within 2 hrs. COS- chicken was discarded. Advised to discuss cooling timeframe w/ staff

511-6-1.04(6)(d)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler not working properly to maintain TCS foods at 41F or below. Advised to repair

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken residue in the vegetable sink basin. Advised to sanitize sink and only use as designated produce sink to wash produce

511-6-1.04(4)(z)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Original El Taco - Conc F last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Original El Taco - Conc F on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Original El Taco - Conc F?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Original El Taco - Conc F.

How does The Original El Taco - Conc F compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

The Original El Taco - Conc F most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has The Original El Taco - Conc F's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Original El Taco - Conc F have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Original El Taco - Conc F means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is The Original El Taco - Conc F inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Original El Taco - Conc F is inspected around three times per year on average.

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