Z Beans Coffee

350 Hospital Dr Bldg H, Macon, GA 31217
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Z Beans Coffee three times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

That's lower than the typical Macon restaurant, which scores around 91. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observes that facility does not have appropriate test strips for measuring sanitizer. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. EHS provided a sample of test strips to tide facility over. PIC to obtain test strips of their own ASAP.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observes that front bulk food container was not labeled with common name of fine particulate matter within. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. PIC labeled. PIC to maintain labeling on bulk storage containers.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
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Jul 28, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observed dry dishware stored in sanitizing basin of 3C. PIC states that manual warewashing sink has not been using sanitizing solution for their third step in warewashing, though they have both testing strips and sanitizer present. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: ... 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC) and have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufactur...
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: EHS observes expired CFSM certification posted in facility, no other documentation. CFSM certification is good for five years after exam date. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. EHS notified PIC that the establishment must have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager employee and their certification must be documented and presented for public view. Establishment has 60 days to obtain a CSFM.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed several dry wiping cloths on equipment and counter being used for between-use wiping. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be stored off the floor and used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. PIC to remove all wet wiping cloths and provide a way to sanitize cloths between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
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Dec 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observed that facility does not have verifiable health condition reporting process. Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. EHS provided health reporting forms to PIC; signed.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed: - buildup of syrup, pooling in syrup racks - buildup of splash behind espresso bar on television Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC to have areas cleaned more regularly.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Z Beans Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Z Beans Coffee on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Z Beans Coffee compare to other restaurants in Macon?

Z Beans Coffee most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Macon average of 91.

Has Z Beans Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Z Beans 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.