MARAKI COFFEE SHOP received a B, scoring 83 out of 100, in a DeKalb County food-service inspection on Jun 23, 2026. The official report lists four findings. [1]
The inspector observed the stove with heavily food and grease debris buildup. [2]
The inspector also observed the facility serving a dish called Kitfo which consists of raw beef served to customers and the menu doesn't contain a consumer advisory. [3]
A separate finding described multiple container of spices and sugar without a label with common name. [4]
Three findings are marked as repeat violations. [5]
Showing 4 of 4 findings
Observed the stove with heavily food and grease debris buildup. CA: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1
Observed the stove with heavily food and grease debris buildup. CA: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Advised PIC to increase their cleaning frequency. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
Observed the facility serving a dish called Kitfo which consists of raw beef served to customers and the menu doesn't contain a consumer advisory. CA: 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,…
Observed the facility serving a dish called Kitfo which consists of raw beef served to customers and the menu doesn't contain a consumer advisory. CA: 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 2. Disclosure shall include: (i) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “rawegg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order);” Pf or (ii) Identification of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Pf 3. The reminder shall include asterisking the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a footnote that states: (i) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. (ii) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Advised PIC to place a consumer advisory on the menu. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 5-2 ↗
Observed multiple container of spices and sugar without a label with common name. CA: Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food.
Observed multiple container of spices and sugar without a label with common name. CA: Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food. 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. COS: PIC placed a label with the common name of the food on container. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 10D ↗
Observed the prep sink in disrepair due to a leak at the pipe connection to prep sink. CA:511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)
Observed the prep sink in disrepair due to a leak at the pipe connection to prep sink. CA:511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf Advised PIC prep sink shall be in working order at all times. PIC will send repair invoice to inspectors email. New Violation. Correct By: 06/29/2026Official report · Item 17C ↗
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Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
DeKalb County · Jun 23, 2026
02 / Same facility ↗Official inspection historyInspection 57537016 · Facility 12300110
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