Willy's Mexicana Grill #2

2460 Cumberland Pkwy Se, Atlanta, GA 30339
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Aug 7, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 three times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Aug 7, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Atlanta average 90, so Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the ice bin in the prep area with significant mold build up around the chute area and on the edges of it C/A In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. COS Manager has 72 hours to correct the violation and submit pictures to EHS
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed condiment bottles at the cold holding unit across from the grill without proper labels on them C/A Label information shall include: (i) The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (ii) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavors and chemical preservatives C/A Manager has 72 hours to correct the violation
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
86
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee touching the order screen to take an order than donning gloves and proceeded to assemble a taco. Observed another employee removing gloves, entering prep area tugging on his pants, than without washing his hands put on gloves and started to assemble a salad for a customer. C/A Before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles P and: COS employees were directed to wash their hands by the manager in charge
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several trays of cooked chicken resting on the shelf in the WIC in the main kitchen completely uncovered. Food was prepped in the morning but at the time EHS visited the facility the chicken was at 39*F. C/A ALL FOOD SHALL BE STORED COVERED AND PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION COS Manager covered the chicken
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS food items that were at the prep top unit in the main kitchen area(cut Lettuce, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, Sour Cream, Salsa, cut romaine lettuce, shredded cheddar) holding above 41*F Observed several TCS food items that were stored in a double door RIC in the prep area (Sour Cream, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese) that were holding above 41*F Ambient temperature of the unit was measured at 52*F Observed several TCS foods that were stored in the WIC in the prep area (raw chicken thigh, chipotle salsa, corn salsa, jack cheese) C/A Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C...
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed seasoned rice at the hot holding table in the main kitchen holding below 135*F Observed two trays of seasoned rice and one tray of black beans in the warmer cabinet in the main kitchen that were holding below 135*F C/A Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) COS Manager discarded the food items
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several items that were stored in the WIC that were not cooling at the proper rate to reach compliance. Chipotle salsa was prepped at 11:36am on 8/01 and at 4:45pm it was at 51*F. 55 mins later it was still at 52 despite being placed on ice. Cut tomatoes were prepped at 2:00pm when tested by EHS at 4:39pm they were at 50 and one hour later they were still at 50. CA: Cooked time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled: Within 2 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 70°F (21°C); and Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41°F (5°C) or less if prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature. COS Items were discarded by Manager
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed one unlabeled spray bottle of "degreaser" that was out of its original bottle resting on the bottom shelf in the kitchen next to the hot holding unit. Observed another unlabeled spray bottle in the kitchen below the grill area. C/A Original Containers, Identifying Information. Containers of poisonous or toxic materials shall bear a legible manufacturer's label. Pf COS Manager has 10 days to correct the violation
511-6-1.07(6)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the ice bin in the prep area with significant mold buildup. C/A In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. COS Manager directed employee to wash the ice bin. Ice bin was washed before EHS left the premises
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed bottom cooling unit from the prep top cooler in the main kitchen with a fluctuating temperature between 48*f in the front and 42* next to the blowing fan. Observed the 2 door RIC across from the WIC in the main kitchen with an ambient temperature of 52*F C/A Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. COS Manager placed a repair order for the unit to be repaired. EHS will re-inspect the facility within 10 days
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two bottle of water on the counter in the prep area next to the ice bin. Observed an open Willy's cup with soda resting on the counter in the main kitchen. Observed another employee taking a waffle house cup from the counter in the main kitchen and toss it in the trash when EHS arrived. C/A 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. COS Manager had the employee dispose of ALL the items.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the handle to the electric tortilla warmer on the counter next to the warmer station in the main kitchen covered with food residue. Observed the prep top unit across from the handsink with food splatter inside and outside on the door. Observed the bottom of the prep unit in the main kitchen across from the grill area with some type of liquid spill on the bottom of it. C/A The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. COS Facility has 10 days to correct the violation
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Nov 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS food items on prep top cold holding above 41F. PIC discarded. Item recently placed on the prep top were placed in walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 on file is from Aug 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Willy's Mexicana Grill #2?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Willy's Mexicana Grill #2.

How does Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Willy's Mexicana Grill #2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Willy's Mexicana Grill #2 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.