Summit Deli
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
70
Score
Summit Deli has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Summit Deli was last inspected on Jan 30, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about 12 violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “food separated and protected” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to other Lithonia restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
2
Inspections
2
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored next to raw beef burger patties in the prep-top cooler and raw chicken stored on the same shelf as raw eggs. CA: (c) Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(IV) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, P and (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and P (III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed; P (IV) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen...
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
Inspector notes: Observed swai fish being served in place of catfish as listed on the menu. CA: (1) Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P Advised person in charge that menus must accurately reflect the fish species being served. Facility is given 72 hours to either update the menu to list swai or begin serving catfish as advertised.
511-6-1.04(1)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed a build-up of grease on the side of the fryer, unclean to sight and touch. CA: (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Advised PIC to clean and maintain food contact and nonfood contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to prevent accumulation of grease and debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Jul 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed employee rinsing food contact surfaces then placing them on shelf to dry. CA: After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in for at least 10 seconds. Provided Just Wash It educational poster in English & Spanish.
511-6-1.05(8)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black debris on soda nozzles at Coca-Cola soda dispenser. CA: COS: PIC sanitized and replaced nozzles.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Procedures for vomit, diarrhea, norovirus clean up not provided. Parts of the kit was available, but did not have procedures for how to clean up with bleach.
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: While not in use, observed hamburger patties, Philly cheesesteak, and raw chicken breast stored uncovered inside prep-top-cooler, next to the fryers. CA: All items shall be covered while not in use shall be covered to prevent cross-contamination. COS: All containers covered with a lid.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed celery and carrots stored uncovered on prep table. CA: All items while not in use shall be covered to prevent cross contamination. COS: Placed a lid on container.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed flour and cornmeal stored in containers without being label with its common name. CA: All items removed from its original packaged then placed into a container shall bear a label with its common name.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: While in use, observed dust & debris from industrial fan landing on food contact surfaces while they are stored clean. Discussed with the PIC to properly sanitize fan then wash, rinse, and sanitize food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed PIC handling food without a hair restraint. CA: Employees handling food or preparing food with hair longer than one half inch shall restrain hair. COS: Employee donned a baseball cap.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wearing an apple watch while handling food. CA: The only acceptable jewelry is a plain wedding band. COS: PIC removed apple watch.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the facility operating with 2023 food service permit. CA: The establishment shall display the current food service permit to consumers.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Observed employee dispose waste water after mopping the kitchen and lobby area into grease trap. CA: All waste water shall be disposed of at the mop sink.
511-6-1.06(4)(h)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Facility is not maintained clean; observed grease buildup on the floor and on the fryers, observed floors unclean to sight. 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)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Summit Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Summit Deli on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Summit Deli?
Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Summit Deli.
How does Summit Deli compare to other restaurants in Lithonia?
Summit Deli most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lithonia average of 87.
Has Summit Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Summit Deli have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Summit Deli means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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