WILLY'S MEXICANA GRILL #3
2900 DELK RD SE STE 8, MARIETTA, GA, 30067
Most recent inspection
- Date
- October 8, 2026
- Type
- Food Service Inspection
- Result
- Score 83, Grade B
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 6
- Jurisdiction
- Cobb County (Georgia)
Violations (6)
- 4-2B
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.05(7)(a)1] Observed pink and black slime/mold-like accumulations inside ice machine of main kitchen. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Clean within 24 hours New Violation.
- 6-1ACorrected on site
Proper cold holding temperatures
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(6)(f)] Observed several cold holding violations in prep top cooler and reach-in cooler of front service. C/A: 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. COS: Items placed on ice bath to cool down. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
- 11ACorrected on site
Proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(6)(e)] Observed containers of pico de gallo and chopped romain lettuce in large quantity cooling while completely covered in reach-in cooler of main kitchen. C/A: Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Lids partially removed. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
- 17C
Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.07(5)(n)] Observed a non-functional prep top cooler unit stored in main kitchen. C/A: The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter. Correct within 72 hours. New Violation.
- 17C
Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)] Observed excess moisture, puddles of liquid and food debris accumulation on floors through out main kitchen. C/A: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Correct within 72 hours. New Violation.
- 17D
Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Violation of Code: [511-6-1.07(3)(g)] Observed strong foul odor coming from the grease trap next to the warewash sink in main kitchen. C/A: If necessary to keep rooms free of excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke, and fumes, mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity shall be provided. Correct within 72 hours. New Violation.
Earlier inspections on file
Source: Cobb County (Georgia) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.