Sanity Coffee Co
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Sanity Coffee Co, the earliest from 2024. On Feb 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Restaurants in Cedartown average 87, so Sanity Coffee Co trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Followup
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 heavy cream stored in reach in cooler over 41 degrees F CA: PIC must ensure TCS cold items remain 41 degrees or below COS: observed heavy cream cooled while on site
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing a ring with stones CA: PIC must ensure only a plain band is worn on hands and wrists
82
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wash dishes and then begin preparing food without washing hands CA: PIC must ensure employees know to wash hands when changing tasks COS: Food employee stopped prep and washed hands properly
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Employees not properly trained in responsibilities as it relates to their duties CA: PIC must ensure all employees are properly trained
511-6-1-.03(3)(d)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Employee advised they did not have an employee health policy CA: PIC must ensure an employee health policy is in place
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handwash sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; heated-air hand drying device; or hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. COS: Employee obtained paper towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wash dishes at 3 compartment sink with the third compartment full of dishes that were drying and not sanitizing dishes. CA: PIC must ensure dishes are washed properly COS: Food employee set up third compartment for sanitizing dishes
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC was unable to maintain compliance with food saftey guidelines by improper sanitization, not handwashing when changing tasks, and reporting responsibilities. CA: must ensure compliance with risk factors training required
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee with finger nail polish and artificial nails not wearing gloves in good repair while working with exposed food. CA: PIC must ensure gloves are worn when preparing food if nails are painted or past finger tips
511-6-1.03(5)(f)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee drying dishes with papertowel CA: PIC must ensure dishes are air dried COS: Educated food employee on air drying requirements
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single service items stored unprotected cups were removed from sleeve and stacked throughout the kitchen and stored with chemicals CA: PIC must ensure SSA are stored where they are protected from contamination
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing a bracelet. CA: Employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food except for a plain ring such as a wedding band. COS: Employee removed bracelet and washed hands before engaging in food preparation.
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee with no hair restraint. CA: PIC must ensure food employees wear hair restraints
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed current inspection not posted in kitchen or at drive thru. CA: PIC must ensure current inspection is properly posted
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
37
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handwash sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; heated-air hand drying device; or hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. COS: Employee obtained paper towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed bulk ice machine and microwave not cleaned at a frequency necessary to be maintained clean to sight and touch. CA: Equipment such as ice makers shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent instructions, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. COS: PIC will have ice machine and microwave cleaned by correct by date indicated. Health dept. to check back.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee with hair down and with no hair restraint. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints (ex: hats or visors) and have hair past shoulder length pulled back.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing a watch. CA: Employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food except for a plain ring such as a wedding band. COS: Employee removed watch and washed hands before engaging in food preparation.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
74
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple soiled towels in main kitchen hand washing sink. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CA: PIC removed towels.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
90
May 20, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build up of debris on the lid and inside shield of the ice machine. Corrective Action: Discussed increasing the cleaning frequency of this item. It should be cleaned and sanitized weekly and employees should only grab the edge of the door to open it to prevent contact with the area where ice may bounce off of.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sanity Coffee Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sanity Coffee Co on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sanity Coffee Co?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sanity Coffee Co.
How does Sanity Coffee Co compare to other restaurants in Cedartown?
Sanity Coffee Co most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Cedartown average of 87.
Has Sanity Coffee Co's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sanity Coffee Co have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sanity Coffee Co 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 Sanity Coffee Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sanity Coffee Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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