Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech

241 Bobby Dodd Way, Atlanta, GA 30332

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech, the earliest from 2024. On Oct 1, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Atlanta facility scores 90, putting Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed leak at FOH RIC CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

511-6-1.06(2)(r)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed spills on walls behind RIC and under 3 compartment sink Cleaning CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed bug catching device near ice machine and equipment CA: Insect control devices that are used to electrocute or stun flying insects shall be designed to retain the insect within the device. 2. Insect control devices shall be installed so that: (i) The devices are not located over a food preparation area;

511-6-1.07(2)(k)

Oct 28, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed failure to have current CFSM certificate displayed Food Safety Manager Certifcation CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed dust on filters of ice machine Food Contact Surfaces CA:Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed food debris inside RIC Nonfood-Contact Surfaces CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed food debris along base board in main kitchen Cleaning CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed out of order RIC in Front of house (FOH) Free of unnecessary items CA:The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter.

511-6-1.07(5)(n)

May 22, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed back prep table with severe rust on bottom shelf Nonfood-Contact Surfaces CA: Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance

511-6-1.05(2)(h)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech on file is from Oct 1, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech.

How does Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Donkey Coffee Sideways Cafe Georgia Tech means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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