Cafe Lucia

1260 W Spring St Ste B, Smyrna, GA 30080
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
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Score
High Risk

Public records show six inspections at Cafe Lucia stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “proper date marking and disposition”, showing up four times.

The city-wide average sits at 85, which Cafe Lucia's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
4
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following TCS foods stored in reach in cooler 1 in the main kitchen exceeding 7-day shelf life: chicken salad mix (2/8) French toast batter (made with eggs/milk) (2/17), and pancake mix (made with eggs) (2/10). CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P 2. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time / temperature control for safety food prepared in a food service establishment and dispensed through a vending machine with an automatic shutoff control shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days. COS: All food listed discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: PIC NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD C/A: PIC SHALL BE ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD EHS WILL EMAIL EMPLOYEE HEALTH AGREEMENT AND FOLLOW UP WITHIN BY 2/7/2026 TO ENSURE IT HAS BEEN READ AND SIGNED BY EMPLOYEES
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils used for prepping food stored in the handwashing sink in the front food service CA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Utensils removed.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide thermometer for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04. Pf
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM certificate posted in public view of facility CA: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority. FACILITY HAS 10 DAYS TO PROVIDE PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR AN ACCREDITED CFSM COURSE FOR MANAGER/SUPERVISOR EMPLOYED AT THIS ESTABLISHMENT
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing signage posted near hand washing sink areas in the main kitchen and front food service. . A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee in front food service area prepping food and drinks with watch and band on both wrists. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
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Jun 16, 2025
Followup
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLICED TOMATOES, TURKEY BACON, PEPPER JACK CHEESE SLICES, CHIPOTLE CHICKEN COLD HOLDING ABOVE 41F IN THE PREP TOP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN CA: ALL TCS FOODS COLD HOLDING SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW COS: FOOD DISCARDED
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHICKEN SALAD AND SPINACH EXCEEDING 7 DAY SHELF LIFE IN REACH IN COOLER 1 AND 3 RESPECTIVELY. CA: ALL TCS FOODS SHALL BE USED BY OR DISCARDED BY THEIR 7TH DAY SHELF LIFE COS: FOOD DISCARDED
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK MOLD ON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF BULK ICE MACHINE IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. OBSERVED FOOD BUILDUP ON SLICER AND PANS STORED AS CLEAN AND READY TO USE IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: EQUIPMENT PLACED IN WAREWASHING TO BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. EHS WILL FOLLOW-UP WITHIN 72 HOURS TO VERIFY BULK ICE MACHINE HAS BEEN CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: NO DATE MARKING OBSERVED ON SWEET POTATO PANCAKE MIX (MADE WITH EGGS) IN REACH IN COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN; PIC UNABLE TO VERIFY WHEN IT WAS MADE CA: TCS FOODS SHALL BE PROPERLY DATE MARKED TO ENSURE A 7 DAY SHELF LIFE; WITH DAY 1 BEING THE DAY IT WAS OPENED/COOKED/PREPARED. COS: FOOD DISCARDED
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORKING SPRAY BOTTLE CONTAINING A CHEMICAL TAKEN FROM BULK SUPPLY WITH NO COMMON NAME LABEL IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA C/A: 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. COS: BOTTLE LABLED AS DISINFECTANT
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE FLAT TOP/GRILL IN MAIN KITCHEN. CA: Ventilation hood systems and devices shall be sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls and ceilings.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING IN BACK KITCHEN OFFICE/STORAGE AREA C/A: MAINTAIN PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR
511-6-1.07(2)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT NOT POSTED IN FACILITY CA: MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SHALL BE POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION WITHIN 15 FEET OF THE MAIN ENTRANCE.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
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Jun 5, 2025
Routine
5 critical violations. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation. 8 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE TCS FOODS STORED IN PREP TOP COOLER & REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AND REACH IN COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN BEYOND 7 DAY SHELF LIFE: DELI HAM 5/29 & 5/8, DELI TURKEY 5/28, SWEET POT PANCAKE MIX 5/24, HOT DOGS 4/25 C/A: ALL TCS FOODS SHALL BE USED BY OR DISCARDED BY THEIR 7TH DAY SHELF LIFE COS: FOOD DISCARDED
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SAUSAGE PATTIES, CHEDDAR AND PROVOLONE CHEESE SLICES, HAM AND CHIPOTLE CHICKEN DELI MEATS COLD HOLDING ABOVE 41F ON ICE BATH IN PREP TOP COOLER IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. C/A: ALL TCS FOODS COLD HOLDING SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW COS: FOOD DISCARDED
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIC HANDLE CASH, TOUCH CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND SINGLE USE ITEMS AND PREPARE CUSTOMER'S DRINK WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. C/A: Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and: (i) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms; (ii) After using the toilet room; (iii) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; (iv) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, eating or drinking, except for drinking from a closed beverage container and the...
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRENCH TOAST BATTER MADE WITH RAW EGGS STORED ABOVE RTE CHICKEN SALAD IN REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. C/A: RAW ANIMAL PROTEINS SHALL NEVER BE STORED ABOVE RTE FOODS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION COS: FOOD REARRANGED
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE NOT SANITIZING EQUIPMENT AFTER WASHING. EMPLOYEES STATE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS NOT WORKING AND THEY USE THE SINGLE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA TO WASH AND RINSE EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS BUT DO NOT SANITIZE C/A: EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS SHALL BE SANITIZED AFTER CLEANING AND BEFORE USE COS: FACILITY HAS BLEACH ONSITE, THEY WILL USE SANITIZE COMPARTMENT OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK
511-6-1.05(8)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK MOLD ON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF BULK ICE MACHINE IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. OBSERVED BLACK BUILD UP IN COFFEE NOZZLES IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA C/A: FOOD CONTACT SURFACES SHALL BE CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH EHS WILL FOLLOW UP ON 6/9/2025 TO VERIFY ICE MACHINE HAS BEEN CLEANED AND SANITIZED
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: FACILITY DOES NOT HAVE DISCLAIMER OR REMINDER FOR EGGS THAT MAY BE SERVED RAW/UNDERCOOKED C/A: The disclosure and reminder statements shall be worded in legible type in all capital letters and no smaller than font size #8, or if displayed on a menu board shall be printed no smaller than the smallest lettering used for a menu item. 2. Disclosure shall include: (i) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “rawegg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order);” or (ii) Identification of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Pf 3. The reminder shall include asterisking the animal-derived food...
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
1-2B - certified food protection manager (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED CFSM CERTIFICATE POSTED IN FACILITY C/A: CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. COS: CERTIFICATE REMOVED
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: PIC NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD C/A: PIC SHALL BE ABLE TO PROVIDE, IN VERIFIABLE MANNER, THAT EMPLOYEES ARE AWARE OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO MANAGEMENT THEIR HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES TRANSMISSIBLE VIA FOOD EHS WILL EMAIL EMPLOYEE HEALTH AGREEMENT AND FOLLOW UP WITHIN BY 6/9/2025 TO ENSURE IT HAS BEEN READ AND SIGNED BY EMPLOYEES
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: PIC NOT ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDEGE OF REPORTABLE SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES C/A: PIC SHALL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDEGE OF REPORTABLE SYMPTOMS/ILLNESSES EHS INFORMED PIC/EMPLOYEE
511-6-1.03(1)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS OBSERVED AT FRONT FOOD SERVICE HAND SINK C/A: HAND DRYING PROVISIONS SHALL BE AVAILABLE AT ALL HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES COS: PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORKING SPRAY BOTTLE CONTAINING A CHEMICAL TAKEN FROM BULK SUPPLY WITH NO COMMON NAME LABEL IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA C/A: 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. COS: CHEMICAL DISCARDED
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT DOOR PROPPED OPEN AND MULTIPLE FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY C/A: DOORS THAT ARE TO BE OPEN TO THE OUTSDIDE SHALL PROTECT AGAINST PESTS BY HAVING A AIR CURTAIN, MESH SCREEN OR OTHER EFFECTIVE MEANS OF PROTECTION
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Sep 10, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ice machine with pink and black mold in the rear near water/ice distribution is located. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM certificate posted in public view in food service facility. CA: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Facility has no chemical effective against norovirus in the event a customer or employee becomes ill in the food service establishment. CA: A cleaner/chemical must be used to clean vomit and diarrhea events and must be effective against norovirus. COS: Employee received bleach.
511-6-1.03(6)
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Jan 24, 2024
Followup
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in main kitchen next to prep sink with no hot water. Only cold water. CA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Low water pressure to 3 compartment sink. CA: Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
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Jan 11, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observed multiple TCS food in 2 door reach in cooler in office area with date marks exceeding past the 7 days it was supposed to be used or discarded. TCS food includes: Swiss cheese (11/24), pepperjack cheese (12/24), shredded cheese (12/15), turkey - deli meat (12/28), and turkey bacon (12/15). CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days. COS: Food discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observed employee washing and rinsing utensils and dishes (plates) inside single compartment sink in main kitchen, then place dishes and utensils on rack for drying without properly sanitizing utensils and dishes (plates). CA: Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning. COS: EHS coached employees on proper use of a 3 compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(8)(a)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observed employee washing dishes, then answer phone, and proceeded to put gloves on before cooking and prepping food without washing hands. CA: Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and after handling soiled equipment or utensils and before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS. EHS went over the handwashing procedure and when to wash hands with PIC and employees.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Violations of priority violations observed during inspection. CA: Based on the risk of foodborne illness inherent to the food service operation, during inspections and upon request, the person in charge shall demonstrate to the Health Authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point principles, and the requirements of this Chapter. The person in charge shall demonstrate this knowledge by complying with this Chapter by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection.
511-6-1.03(1)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in main kitchen next to prep sink with no hot water. Only cold water. CA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: EHS observed brown stains inside ice machine walls in front food service. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: EHS observed no food service permit displayed in facility. CA: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no recent inspection report. CA: 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Lucia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Lucia on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Lucia?

Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cafe Lucia.

How does Cafe Lucia compare to other restaurants in Smyrna?

Cafe Lucia most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Smyrna average of 85.

Has Cafe Lucia's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cafe Lucia have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cafe Lucia means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Cafe Lucia inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Lucia is inspected around three times per year on average.