Deli Mart
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
70
Score
Deli Mart has been inspected four times since 2024. On Feb 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Deli Mart's latest score of 70 falls below the Port Wentworth average of 95. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed deli meats in prep top cooler to be below 41F. (TEMPS on report). RCA: Made PIC through out deli meats. 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)
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: The PIC at the time of inspection was not servsafe certified. He was unaware of many things that I pointed out. The two people with servsafe certification were not in the building. RCA: Told PIC that the person who holds the servsafe certification needs to be in the building at all times. Demonstration of Knowledge. Based on the risk of foodborne illness inherent to the food service operation, during inspections and upon request, the person in charge shall demonstrate to the Health Authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention.
511-6-1.03(1)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy buildup of black substance and slime in the inside of the ice machine. RCA: RCA: Advised PIC to empty ice machine to have it cleaned and sanitized. Advised to increase frequency of cleaning to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
70
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed deli meats in prep top cooler to be below 41F. (TEMPS on report). RCA: Made PIC through out deli meats. 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)
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed several items not date marked in all reach in coolers. RCA: Told PIC that all TCS foods need to be date marked. Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking, Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
78
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy buildup of black substance and slime on the baffle and walls of the ice machine. RCA: RCA: Advised PIC to empty ice machine to have it cleaned and sanitized. Advised to increase frequency of cleaning to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed several items not date marked in all reach in coolers. RCA: Told PIC that all TCS foods need to be date marked. Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking, Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed lights not to be working in walk-in cooler. RCA: Told PIC that she needs to get some type of light source in the walk in cooler so it is easier to see. At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
78
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy buildup of black substance and slime on the baffle and walls of the ice machine. RCA: Advised PIC to empty ice machine to have it cleaned and sanitized. Advised to increase frequency of cleaning to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the interior of the microwave to have old food debris. COS/CA: PIC cleaned microwave. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy buildup of grease on the walls next to and behind the fryer and grill. Observed an accumulation of black debris on the wall behind the 3-compartment sink. RCA: Advised PIC that a cleaning of the walls is needed. Advised to increase frequency of cleaning to avoid accumulation in the future. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment, including walls shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Deli Mart last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Deli Mart on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Deli Mart?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Deli Mart.
How does Deli Mart compare to other restaurants in Port Wentworth?
Deli Mart most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Wentworth average of 95.
Has Deli Mart's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Deli Mart have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Deli Mart 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 Deli Mart inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Deli Mart is inspected around two times per year on average.
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