Uptown Cafe

9850 Nesbit Ferry Rd Ste 22, Alpharetta, GA 30022

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Uptown Cafe, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 2, 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.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited two times.

Uptown Cafe's latest score of 86 falls below the Alpharetta average of 92. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 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 several food items (Pork 52, Sausage 58F and Beef 50 Ambient 48 F) all cold held in the Walk In cooler above 41F. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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. COS: PIC was advised to put all foods above 41F on ice.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Aug 25, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. COS: PIC placed wiping cloths in solution. 1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be: (i) Maintained dry; and (ii) Used for no other purpose.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

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

Inspector notes: Violation of Code: [511-6-1.04(4)(k)] Observed spatulas stored in standing water 75degrees Fahrenheit. COS: PIC discarded water and placed spatulas container with water and placed on grilled

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed nozzles of drink station with a build up of residue. CA: Advised PIC to frequently clean nozzles. 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)

Mar 7, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed single-use item being reused in salt container. COS: PIC discarded single-use article. 1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed stickers on the outside of dishes that were stored clean near dish area. CA: Advised PIC to clean dishes to sight and touch. 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)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Uptown Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Uptown Cafe on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Uptown Cafe?

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

How does Uptown Cafe compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?

Uptown Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.

Has Uptown Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Uptown 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 Uptown Cafe inspected?

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

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