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Cafe Vendome
6400 BLUESTONE RD STE 110 , ATLANTA, GA 30328 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on September 3, 2026, scoring 62/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 75. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (September 10, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations involving temperature control, management & training and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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C75September 10, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations involving temperature control, management & training and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed one reach in cooler in the front food service, and one reach in cooler of the main kitchen, not maintaining temperatures at or below 41F for TCS foods (FFS RIC: Whole milk 43, Reduced fat milk: 46) (MK RIC: Egg mix 45, French toast mix 44, Crepe mix 46).
−9 points · Cited as “null”Facility could not provide valid proof of certified food protection manager. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a certified food safety manager at all times of operation.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed croissants and baguettes stored in the main kitchen without any covering. PIC discarded the food. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed pink mold-like buildup inside ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. C/A: Advised PIC to clean ice machine.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed that the most recent inspection report was not posted in the lobby area of the café. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”This inspection deducted 25 points, but only 22 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
U62September 3, 202613 violations
Inspectors recorded 13 violations, 10 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and management & training.
Observed two RIC coolers in the front service area are not maintaining temperatures at or below 41F for TCS foods like milk. PIC moved the stuff to another cooler. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) 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 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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed there was not sanitizer dispensing into the dishwasher. PIC advised to have the dishwasher fixed and use the 3 compartment sink until it id fixed. 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration, Hardness (P,Pf) (n) Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness. 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: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC) 25-49 120 (49) 120 (49) 50-99 100 (38) 75 (24) 100 55 (13) 55 (13) 2. An iodine solution shall have a minimum temperature of 68°F (20°C)P minimum concentration between 12.5 ppm and 25 ppm, P and pH of 5.0 or less or a pH no higher than the level for which the manufacturer specifies for the solution to be effective; P 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed cleaning solutions stored along with utensils used to cook food. PIC removed the cleaning solutions away. 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - Storage, Separation (P) (c) Storage, Separation. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1. Separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; P and 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. This requirement does not apply to equipment and utensil cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in warewashing areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. P.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Facility could not provide valid proof of certified food protection manager. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a certified food safety manager at all times of operation.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)”At the time of inspection,PIC was not able to provide employee health agreements. Advised PIC to have them signed by all the employees working in the kitchen. Reference 511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - Responsibility of permit holder, PIC, and Conditional employees (P), (Pf) (a) Requirement to Report Symptoms, Diagnosis and History of Exposure. The permit holder shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the CFSM and person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A food employee or conditional employee shall report the information in a manner that allows the CFSM and person in charge to reduce the risk of foodborne disease transmission, including providing necessary additional information, such as the date of onset of symptoms and an illness, or of a diagnosis without symptoms, if the food employee or conditional employee: 1. Has any of the following symptoms: (i) Vomiting, P (ii) Diarrhea, P (iii) Jaundice, P (iv) Sore throat with fever, P or (v) A lesion containing pus such as a boil or infected wound that is open or draining and is: (I) On the hands or wrists, unless an impermeable cover such as a finger cot or stall protects the lesion and a single-use glove is worn over the impermeable cover as specified under subsection(5)(g) of this Rule, P (II) On exposed portions of the arms, unless the lesion is protected by an impermeable cover, P or (III) On other parts of the b.
−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 the hand sink in main kitchen has employee belongings placed in it. PIC removed the belongings. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pf.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”At the time of inspection, PIC failed to provide on procedures of how to clean up vomit or have a vomit clean up kit with an EPA approved sanitizer to kill Norovirus onsite. PIC advised educate staff on vomit clean up procedures and have a clean up kit onsite. 511-6-1.03(6) - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events(Pf) (6) Responding To Contamination Events. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.Pf.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Observed mold-like buildup inside ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. C/A: Advised PIC to clean ice machine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed dead cockroach on RIC in the front food service and PIC confirmed that they have pests issue. PIC advised to get a pest control service to treat the facility. 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) 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; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed no sanitizer testing strips available. A test kit or strips that accurately measures the concentration of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. C/A: Advised PIC to purchase appropriate test strips for both dishwasher and 3 compartment sink until sink.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”Observed croissants stored in the main kitchen without any covering. PIC discarded the food. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”The facility serves smoked salmon but does not have a consumer advisory on the menu. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)4(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 statements shall be worded in legible type in all capital letters and no smaller than font size #8, or if displayed on a menu board shall be printed no smaller than the smallest lettering used for a menu item. Pf.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”Observed that the most recent inspection report was not posted in the lobby area of the café. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”B86March 10, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving management & training, menu & labeling and handwashing & hygiene.
Facility could not provide valid proof of certified food protection manager. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a certified food safety manager at all times of operation.
−4 points · Cited as “null”The facility serves smoked salmon but does not have a consumer advisory on the menu. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)4(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 statements shall be worded in legible type in all capital letters and no smaller than font size #8, or if displayed on a menu board shall be printed no smaller than the smallest lettering used for a menu item. Pf.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed that the most recent permit or inspection report was not posted in the lobby area of the café. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
−1 point · Cited as “null”This inspection deducted 14 points, but only 9 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B85August 27, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, management & training and menu & labeling.
Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink inside main kitchen. . Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.Pf Ca: EHS advised PIC to put paper towels by hand washing sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Facility could not provide valid proof of certified food protection manager. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a certified food safety manager at all times of operation.
−4 points · Cited as “null”The facility serves smoked salmon but does not have a consumer advisory on the menu. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)4(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 statements shall be worded in legible type in all capital letters and no smaller than font size #8, or if displayed on a menu board shall be printed no smaller than the smallest lettering used for a menu item. Pf.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”Observed that the most recent permit or inspection report was not posted in the lobby area of the café. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”A96January 30, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving management & training.
Facility could not provide valid proof of certified food protection manager. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a certified food safety manager at all times of operation.
−4 points · Cited as “null”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 FSP-060-007038. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
