LAS MARGARITAS RECEIVES INITIAL LOW SCORE FROM HEALTH DEPARTMENT
CNF
2/6/26
In a recent health inspection report published on February 5, 2026,
The Tennessee Department of Health inspector identified several critical and non-critical violations:
Pest Activity: A live cockroach was observed crawling on a food preparation table.
Contaminated Equipment: A boiling pot stored as “clean” was found to contain bugs and cobwebs.
Hygiene & Handling: A server was seen placing tortillas on a plate with bare hands, and another employee wiped gloved hands on a dirty apron before handling food.
Food Storage: Stuffed peppers in the reach-in freezer were left uncovered.
Sanitation: A wet wiping cloth used for tables was left on a prep table instead of being kept in a sanitizer bucket.
Facility Maintenance: The kitchen floors were noted as generally dirty, and there was black buildup and ice accumulation on the prep cooler’s condenser.
Personal Items: A cell phone, cup, and other personal items were improperly stored on food equipment.
Following the initial inspection, the restaurant corrected these critical violations and received a significantly improved follow-up grade of 93.
