Corner Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Corner Cafe four times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 20, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Proper hot holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Alpharetta average 92, so Corner Cafe trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken and potatoes at the buffet with internal temps below 135F. (CA) Advised the PIC that TCS foods must be kept at 135F or warmer when hot held. 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,
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods on the buffet and in a RIC with internal temps above 41F. (CA) Advised the PIC that TCS foods must be kept at or below 41F. 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)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed at the time of inspection the CFSM was not on site. (CA) Advised the PIC that a CFSM must be onsite when the facility is open. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. Pf
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the current inspection report was not posted. (CA) Advised the PIC that the 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)
64
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS items on the buffet 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)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed at the time of inspection the CFSM was not on site. (CA) Advised the PIC that a CFSM must be onsite when the facility is open. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. Pf
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
78
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several tcs food items stored on the pt cooler measure at temperatures above 41F. CA: Advised PIC time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed establishment displaying a non-current inspection report displayed for customer view. CA: Advised PIC 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)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed expired food service permit posted on the wall (2022). CA: Advised PIC acquire new up to date food service permit for establishment & public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of soil residue on the exterior of microwave oven & RIC door handles. CA: Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
74
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS food above 41F. 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. C/A COS: PIC removed TCS items from RIC and relocated to WIC. Discarded sausage.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed expired permit posted (2022) posted. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. C/A: Renew and acquire up to date permit and post in customer view.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Corner Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Corner Cafe on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Corner Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Corner Cafe.
How does Corner Cafe compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?
Corner Cafe most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.
Has Corner Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Corner Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Corner Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Corner Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Corner Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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