Northside Cafe

1629 N Tift Ave, Tifton, GA 31794

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Northside Cafe five times, with records going back to 2024. Northside Cafe was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Nonfood-contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Tifton facility scores 94, putting Northside Cafe on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods (see temperature log) cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in walk in cooler. COS: Repairman contacted during inspection. CA: Ensure TCS foods maintain 41 F or below.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 6, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed cooking equipment in need of cleaning. All areas shall be thoroughly cleaned. Corrective Action: Clean equipment.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed floors under equipment and walls throughout kitchen in need of cleaning. All areas shall be thoroughly cleaned.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Nov 12, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed a handwashing sink was being used for other purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pan in hand sink; discussed hand sink shall be used only for hand washing and maintained for use at all times.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

May 20, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Manager for establishment. Certified Food Manager Certification shall be obtained and certificate posted.

511-6-1.03(3)(b)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed cooking equipment in need of cleaning. All areas shall be thoroughly cleaned.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Northside Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Northside Cafe on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Northside Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Northside Cafe.

How does Northside Cafe compare to other restaurants in Tifton?

Northside Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tifton average of 94.

Has Northside Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Northside Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Northside 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 Northside Cafe inspected?

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

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