Warm Waves Coffee

52 N Main St Ste A, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Warm Waves Coffee appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “proper cold holding temperatures”, which has been cited two times.

Warm Waves Coffee's latest score of 82 falls below the Alpharetta average of 92. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
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 several TCS foods cold holding above 41F in reach in cooler of main kitchen. COS Foods discarded. TCS cold holding shall maintain a temperature of 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed reach in cooler in main kitchen ambient temperature at 50 F. CA 3. Ambient air temperature shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
82
Sep 11, 2025
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 cold holding temperatures above 41 F. See temp log for readings. 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, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P PIC will discard any items not required or made today.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed expired food service permit in the facility. Upon further investigation, EHS observed that facility has not paid for their permit. 1. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers Legal Notice issued.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
82
Feb 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed no consumer advisory on the menu of the facility upon confirming the facility serves smoked salmon lox. 1. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)(iv), and (9)(a)3 of this Rule, if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. The disclosure and reminder...
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing signs in the restrooms. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will acquire and place new signage in these restrooms.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed a hole in the interior wall of the bathroom on the peft hand side of the entrance. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will ensure that this hole is properly sealed.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
82
May 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
Inspector notes: Observed vegetable sink being used for ware-washing purposes. CA: Advised PIC raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Warm Waves Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Warm Waves Coffee on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Warm Waves Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Warm Waves Coffee.

How does Warm Waves Coffee compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?

Warm Waves Coffee most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.

Has Warm Waves Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Warm Waves Coffee have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Warm Waves Coffee 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 Warm Waves Coffee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Warm Waves Coffee is inspected around two times per year on average.