Atlanta, Fulton County

350437 Coffee Cafe LLC

1841 PIEDMONT AVE NE ATLANTA, GA 30324

Food
Latest score
90
Feb 24, 2026
City
Atlanta
County
Fulton
Inspections
4

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 24, 2026

Routine

Score: 902 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed TCS foods stored in prep top coolers in the main kitchen and front food service area above 41 degrees internal temperatures. CA PIC voluntarily discarded affected foods during inspection. Instructed PIC to have maintenance look at the prep top coolers so they can maintain 41 degrees or below and to have routine temperature checks for them.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed garbage disposal area with heavy accumulation of debris and not maintained well. CA advised PIC to clean and maintain garbage storage area in order to prevent pest / rodents and keep and overall sanitary state.

Jul 22, 2025

Routine

Score: 952 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed Chemical bottle not labeled. (CA) Advised the PIC that all chemical bottles must be labeled with the common name. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Pf

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a knife stored in between cabinets between use. (CA) Advised the PIC that the knife can be stored on the countertop or in an appropriate container in between use. On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);

May 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 971 violation

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed ice buildup on two food boxes in the walk in freezer. Packaged food may not be stored in direct contact with ice or water if the food is subject to the entry of water because of the nature of its packaging, wrapping, or container or positioning in the ice or water. PIC discarded boxes.

Oct 3, 2023

Routine

Score: 8412 violations

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2) - pic present (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no PIC present in the facility at the time of inspection. There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. PIC shall be present in the facility or appoint an individual to act as PIC.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sticker residue on multiple plastic food containers stored as clean. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. PIC had stickers removed and food containers washed.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed two milk crates being stored directly on the floor of the walk in cooler. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC had milk crates moved.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed three employees preparing food without hair restraints. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC provided hair nets.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed heavy buildup and food debris on the floors of the main kitchen and front service areas. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC shall have the floors of the facility cleaned.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(n) - maintaining premises, free of unnecessary items/litter (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several unnecessary equipment being stored in the main kitchen (coffee makers, etc). 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. PIC shall have the unnecessary equipment removed.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed inspection report posted in the main kitchen not in view of the public. Observed no inspection report posted in the drive thru window. 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. 2. Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information. PIC shall post the most current inspection report in the dining room and in the drive thru window.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed ice scoop being stored directly in ice. Observed the handle of a scoop being stored directly in sugar. Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food. PIC had ice scoop and sugar scoop stored properly.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a reach in cooler being held above 41F. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements. PIC shall have unit serviced.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed heavy buildup and food debris on the doors and gasket of two prep top coolers. Observed grease and debris buildup on the sides, doors, and tops of the toaster ovens and food warmer. Observed buildup on the doors of the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the shelves and floor of the walk in freezer. Observed buildup on the floors of the walk in freezer and walk in cooler. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have all non food contact surfaces cleaned.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(q) - cleaning receptacles, in manner to prevent contamination and build-up (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed heavy buildup on the exterior sides of several trash cans in the front service area and main kitchen. 1. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be thoroughly cleaned in a way that does not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles, and waste water shall be disposed of as specified under subsection (4)(e) of this Rule. 2. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. PIC shall have trash cans cleaned.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed mop head being stored directly on the floor. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC had mop stored properly to dry.