American Deli
Last inspected: May 5, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, American Deli has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated May 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Locust Grove average 78, so American Deli trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 5, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimp and tilapia stored next to cooked chicken tenders and boneless chicken tenders in the walk in cooler. PIC corrected on site by discarding the cooked chicken.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observe clean dishes with food debris and old sauce on dishes stored above the three compartment sink. PIC advised to rewash all dishes using the proper procedure to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all employees in the kitchen prepping and handling food without hair restraints. PIC and cashier were the only employees wearing hair restraints. PIC corrected on site by providing hairnets to the cooks.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed PIC not properly washing, rinsing and sanitizing dishes.PIC could not demonstrate the proper procedure for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes. As a result, PIC was trained on proper dishwashing set up and procedure. PIC will obtain two additional stoppers in order to properly set up the three compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(7)(j)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a lot of grease buildup and debris around and underneath the grease storage receptable (by the back door). The area must be cleaned to reduce the attraction of pest, rodents, and insects. Also observed the dumpster plug missing. PIC will clean the area and replace the dumpster plug by 5/6/2026
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
67
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a utensil for the rice stored in water at 74F. Advised PIC to discard the water (COS). If utensils are being held in water it has to be 135F or above or stored in a dry and clean container.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard boxes being used as a shelf lining underneath the container of sauces on the hot line. The material must be removed because it is not easily cleanable and nonabsorbent.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the floor tile in bad repair in the dish area. The floor tile is holding water and must be regrouted properly. The floor tile must be repaired within 30 days (by November 24th).
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed (2) employee's lunchboxes stored in the walk in cooler above food items for the public. Also, observed a water bottle stored in the reach in cooler by drink items for the public. All employee's items should be stored in a designated area (COS).
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed a few light shields in the dry storage, dishwashing area, and the dining area in need of cleaning due to accumulation on the interior surface.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
78
Apr 9, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed all employees in the kitchen prepping and handling food without hair restraints.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the blowers and the facing of the blowers in the walk in cooler with a thick dust debris. Please clean immediately. Observed cardboard boxes being used as a shelf lining underneath the container of sauces on the hot line. The material must be removed because it is not easily cleanable and nonabsorbent.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the wall behind the replacement drink syrup boxes in need of cleaning due to a heavy build-up.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed (1) light out underneath the ventilation hood system on the hot line. Please replace.
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
82
Oct 15, 2024
Routine
10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a bulk container of white substance with no common name to identify it. PIC made a label for the container "sugar" (COS).
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the blowers and the facing of the blowers in the walk in cooler with a thick dust debris. Please clean immediately.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard boxes being used as shelf lining for shelves on the hot line and underneath the cabinet of the drink machine. This material must be removed because it is not smooth, easily cleanable, and nonabsorbent.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the bottom of the deep freezer with old food debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a lot of grease buildup and debris around and underneath the grease storage receptable (by the back door). The area must be cleaned to reduce the attraction of pest, rodents, and insects.
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the baseboards in the kitchen coming off the wall. The baseboards will need to be resealed.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed water nesting on the floor by the replacement drink syrup boxes. Floors must stay dry to reduce pests and accidents.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed several protective shields throughout the kitchen and dining room in need of cleaning due to a thick dust debris.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the ventilation hood system in need of cleaning due to grease build-up.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pest control "sticky trap bait" underneath the cabinet with several dead and alive roaches on it. The PIC removed the sticky bait and discarded it in the garbage can (COS). Make sure to remove dead insects, rodents and other pests.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
61
Apr 1, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed butterfly shrimp stored in the reach in freezer and chopped chicken and steak stored in the deep freezer in storage with no cover. Items were covered (COS).
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the vents (blowers) in the walk in cooler with a thick dust debris. Please clean immediately. (Repeat)
511-6-1.05(2)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard boxes being used as the lining for shelves on the "hot line". This material must be removed because it is not smooth, easily cleanable, and nonabsorbent.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed several protective shields throughout the kitchen in need of cleaning due to a thick dust debris.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed (1) light out on the hotline (Repeat).
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed (1) roach crawling under the cabinet near the paper towels.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
74
Feb 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee taking trash out to the dumpster an messing with the mop sink. After he completed the task he proceeded to splash water on his hands at the meat sink then dried them on his apron. Owner/Manager was notified and staff member rewashed (COS).
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the lid on the drink machine with a black mold-like substance. PIC immediately took the lid to be washed (COS) (Repeat).
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed a chemical bottle stored in the restroom with no common name to identify it. PIC added a label. (COS)
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed a box of single-0service cups and bags stored on the floor in the hallway. Items will need to be stored 6 inches or higher off the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the blower (vents) in the walk in cooler and the lobby in need of cleaning due to dust build-up.
511-6-1.05(2)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the walk in cooler in need of repair due to excessive condensation dripping. the floor also had excessive water nesting due to the dripping. This unit will need to be serviced ASAP. A follow-up will take place within the next 4 days on 2/16. Also, the cents in the lobby is dripping due to the rain and is being caught with a bucket. Both will be checked on 2/16.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the ceilings in the dishwasher room and by the fryers in need of cle3aning. Also observed water nesting on the floor by the walk in cooler and by the 3-compartmetn sink.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed some ceiling tile in the kitchen and dining area not in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed (1) bulb missing over the ventilation hood system (Repeat).
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was American Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at American Deli on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at American Deli?
Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at American Deli.
How does American Deli compare to other restaurants in Locust Grove?
American Deli most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Locust Grove average of 78.
Has American Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at American Deli have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at American Deli means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is American Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, American Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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