Update: The restaurant has scored a 94. Read the new report: here.
Original: A DeKalb County Willy's Mexicana Grill location failed its recent health inspection.
The location at 2074 North Decatur Road received a 67, according to the report. The inspector noted a variety of issues, including dirty utensils stored as clean and raw egg shells stored directly above ready-to-eat food.
“We take these scores very seriously,” WIlly’s said in a statement Wednesday. “We are working together with the health department on an action plan to correct all of the deficiencies. All of our food is being monitored closely to ensure the highest standards of safety are met. We are reviewing procedures with our team to ensure that we maintain our focus on keeping our restaurants safe and clean for all of our guests.”
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Other issues cited in the report were food temperature problems and food containers stored wet.
Restaurants that fail are typically re-inspected within 10 days.
Willy’s Mexicana Grill
2074 North Decatur Road, Decatur
Score: 67
Report: here.
