Japan Café

2770 Martha Berry Hwy, Suite 840, Rome, GA 30165

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Japan Café three times, with records going back to 2024. Japan Café was last inspected on Jan 21, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

The city-wide average is 84, putting Japan Café squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice on steam table held below 135 degrees F. less than 4 hours CA: Temperature controlled foods for safety must be held at a minimum 135 degrees F when hot holding. COS: pic reheated rice to 168 degrees F on grill.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed time as a public health control log with the standing water used for storing in-use utensils started at opening (11am) at 71 deg F. CA: Discussed proper use of time as a public health control with PIC. Time cannot start until water is at a minimum temperature of 135 deg F. PIC discarded water and heated new container on grill temp to a minimum temp of 135 F. PIC must either use clean and dry container to store utensil or they must properly hold water at 135 deg F.

511-6-1.04(6)(i)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. PIC reported the solutions were made with bleach, soap and water. Corrective Action: Discussed proper preparation of chlorine sanitizing solution at 50-100 ppm with PIC. PIC discarded the solution and remade the sanitizer buckets at proper minimum strength, 50-100 ppm.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed metal shelf with warming lamps in front grill area covered with foil and clear tape. Per PIC, they use the foil to cover the underside due to difficulty cleaning. CA: Discussed repairing or replacing covers for fixtures or replacing fixtures with approved NSF-ANSI certified equipment. PIC will have 30 days to repair or submit plans for replacement with the Health Department.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

Jul 25, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris (cooked noodles, cabbage) in front handwashing sink drain. Per PIC, they will use the handwashing sink to rinse off their rags. CA: Discussed proper use of handwashing sink with PIC. The handwashing sink may not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. PIC cleaned and sanitized the handwashing sink with an approved sanitizer and will train staff.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees F. CA: Discussed with PIC. Water was discarded and utensil was properly washed, rinsed and sanitized. Discussed the use of small crock to properly hot hold utensil. If PIC would like to use time as a public health control, it must be added to their written procedure and time must start when the water is at a minimum temperature of 135 deg F.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls with food and debris build-up in front and main kitchen. Build-up was also noted on non-food contact surfaces of equipment. CA: Discussed cleaning procedures and frequency with PIC. CFSM will retrain employees and implement a cleaning schedule for maintaining the kitchen.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Japan Café last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Japan Café on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Japan Café compare to other restaurants in Rome?

Japan Café most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Rome average of 84.

Has Japan Café's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Japan Café have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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