Basil's Mediterranean Cafe

2985 Grandview Ave, Atlanta, GA 30305
Greek / Mediterranean
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Basil's Mediterranean Cafe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Atlanta facility scores 90, putting Basil's Mediterranean Cafe on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods with internal temps above 41 F while stored in prep-top cooler. (CA) Advised the PIC that 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
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Nov 20, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build up of slime residue along the interior of ice machine. CA: Advised PIC Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
90
May 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods with internal temps above 41 F while stored in prep-top cooler. (CA) Advised the PIC that 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
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods holding above 41 in the WIC. Observed the ambient temperature of the WIC at 50 degrees. COS- food was removed and cooler shall be serviced. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) 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) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Basil's Mediterranean Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Basil's Mediterranean Cafe on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Basil's Mediterranean Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Basil's Mediterranean Cafe.

How does Basil's Mediterranean Cafe compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Basil's Mediterranean Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Basil's Mediterranean Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Basil's Mediterranean Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Basil's Mediterranean Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Basil's Mediterranean Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Basil's Mediterranean Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.