Cafe Efendi

488 N. Main St Ste 111, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Cafe Efendi has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Feb 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “contamination prevented during food preparation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Cafe Efendi's latest score of 78 falls below the Alpharetta average of 92. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced Tomatoes with a temperature of 45F, raw beef stored in reach in at 43F, and raw Lamb stored at 46 F. PIC discarded out of temp food.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food products stored on floor in walk in cooler. PIC moved product 6in off the floor. Observed food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. 1. 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. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers...
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several food items stored outside their original containers without the name of common food. PIC labeled all sauce bottles and food pans with common name of food.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
78
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. 1. 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. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture. PIC...
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
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Sep 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several cartons of expired milk from 09/16 and 09/17. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. P PIC discarded the milk.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
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Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several temperatures for TCS foods in the WIC and an ambient temperature above 41 F. 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 PIC will discard any food made before today and contact their vendor to service the WIC element.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several dented on the shelf in the dry storage area. Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants. Pf PIC discarded the cans.
511-6-1.04(3)(e)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed a consumer advisory on the physical copy of the menu. The three digital menus lack the required consumer advisory. 1. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)(iv), and (9)(a)3 of this Rule, if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. The disclosure an...
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed an expired permit from 2022 in the facility. Upon further investigation, the facilty has not paid for their permit since 2022. 1. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers PIC will ensure that the fee for their food service permit are paid.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed food items in the dry storage and WIF. Stored on the floor. 1. 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 will ensure that all food is stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Efendi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Efendi on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Efendi?

Across the inspection record, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe Efendi.

How does Cafe Efendi compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?

Cafe Efendi most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.

Has Cafe Efendi's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cafe Efendi have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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