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LALIBELA CAFE
3096 N DECATUR ROAD, SUITE G , SCOTTDALE, GA 30079 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on November 7, 2025, scoring 68/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 93. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (June 1, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving menu & labeling and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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A93June 1, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving menu & labeling and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed the menu with no consumer disclosure statement for the raw served menu item Kitfo.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”Observed an accumulation of dirt and food residue on the wall near the prep sink.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”A94November 21, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving menu & labeling.
Observed the menu with no consumer disclosure statement for the raw served menu item Kitfo.
−4 points · Cited as “null”U68November 7, 20257 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving pest control, employee health and temperature control.
Observed TCS food tomato sauce with mold like growth in the container. The two containers that contained the flour had a moth and dead roach in them.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)”Observed PIC unable to provide the employee health reporting agreement.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)”Observed multiple TCS food items (noodles, lentil soup) cold holding for more than 24 hours with no date marking.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed several insects (roaches and a moth)dead and alive in the main kitchen. CA:) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests. PIC will be issued a NOV and need to have the facility treated by a licensed pest control technician by 11/12/25 and clean to remove the dead roaches.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed PIC unable to provide the invoices for TCS/non TCS foods in the facility being prepared for consumers.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(2)(a) - compliance w/ food law (p, pf,)”Observed the ice machine with black residue buildup on the inside.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed the menu with no consumer disclosure statement for the raw served menu item Kitfo.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”B89October 4, 20235 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, menu & labeling and facility upkeep.
Observed Ice Machine with a buildup of pink and black organic growth inside. Advised Employee machine shall be cleaned by EOD.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed a consumer disclosure in the item name but no consumer reminder statement on the menu. PIC was reminded on routine inspection that menu needed to be corrected. Discussed to add to menus. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness; Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Pf.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”Observed multiple containers of seasoning on shelves not in single use containers being reused. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”]Observed table in kitchen lined with foil. Discussed Food contact surfaces of equipment shall be made out of materials that are smooth, easily cleanable and resistant to chipping, scratching, etc.
−1 point · Cited as “null”Observed employee pursed stored on prep top table. COS:purse was moved.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(h) - dressing areas and lockers, designated and provided (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FS044-883241. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.