Blockbuster Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
82
Score
Blockbuster Cafe appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Alpharetta restaurant, which scores around 92. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
Inspector notes: Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control without having written procedures. CA: Advised PIC that procedures are needed for holding food on time as a public health control. 1. Except as specified under paragraph 4 of this subsection, if time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of time/temperature control for safety food before cooking, or for ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food that is displayed or held for sale or service, written procedures shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the food service establishment, and made available to the regulatory authority upon request.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most current inspection report was not posted. CA: Advised the PIC that the most current inspection report must be posted. 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
82
Oct 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods stored in a RIC with internal temps above 41F. (CA) Advised the PIC that TCS foods must be kept at 41F or lower. 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)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine had a build up of mold-like residue on the inner walls. (CA) Advised the PIC to clean the ice machine more frequently. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most current inspection report was not posted. (CA) Advised the PIC that the most current inspection report must be posted. 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the floors and walls in the kitchen needed cleaning. (CA) Advised the PIC that the floors and walls in the kitchen needed cleaning. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
70
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods in a RIC with internal temps above 41F. (CA) Advised the PIC that TCS foods must be kept at 41F or lower. 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)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods stored without date marking. (CA) Advised the PIC that foods stored in the coolers need to be date marked and labeled. time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed several hand sink were blocked and needed paper towels. (CA) Advised the PIC that hand sinks need to be easily accessible at all times and also require hand drying device. handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food in RIC and in the WIC stored uncovered. (CA) Advised the PIC that food must be stored covered. storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most current inspection score was not posted. (CA) Advised the PIC that the most current inspection score must be posted within fifteen feet of the front entrance. 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed several roaches throughout the kitchen. (CA) Advised the PIC that they need more frequent pest control and cleaning of the facility. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
61
Nov 6, 2024
Followup
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hot holding counter top unit holding cooked vegetables and rice at 100 F. PIC increased temperature.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat food in the walk-in cooler held for more than 24 hours with no date marks. CA: PIC date marked items.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee incorrectly wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes in 3 comp sink. Correct procedure explained to PIC.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potato’s stored on the floor below a leak in the ceiling. PIC discarded.
511-6-1.04(4)(r)
67
Sep 3, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing hands using improper hand washing procedures.
511-6-1.03(5)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chemical items stored with food. CA: Advised PIC chemicals should be stored to where they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. COS: PIC moved items to a different area for storage.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed one hand washing sink that did not have soap and another hand washing sink that did not have hand drying provisions. CA: Advised PIC that each hand washing sink must be supplied with soap and paper towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing hands in 3 compartment sink. CA: Advised PIC that employees may only wash their hands in a designated hand washing sink and may not wash their hands in a sink designated for ware washing.
511-6-1-.03(5)(d)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chemicals stored without labels. Advised PIC chemicals should bear a manufacture label. COS: Chemical labeled.
511-6-1.07(6)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat food in the walk-in cooler held for more than 24 hours with no date marks. CA: PIC date marked items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed food service permit not posted. Advised PIC the food service permit must be posted in the establishment.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored on the floor in various locations in the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC that food should be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to help protect the food from contamination. PIC removed food from floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed previous health inspection score was not posted. CA: Advised PIC that 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food stored uncovered. CA: Advised PIC food must be stored covered to prevent from overhead contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
41
Jul 30, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blockbuster Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blockbuster Cafe on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blockbuster Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Blockbuster Cafe.
How does Blockbuster Cafe compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?
Blockbuster Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.
Has Blockbuster Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blockbuster Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Blockbuster 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 Blockbuster Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Blockbuster Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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