American Deli received a U, scoring 61 out of 100, in a Fulton County food-service inspection on Oct 8, 2026. The official report lists nine findings. [1]
The inspector observed failure to maintain hand sink accessible at all times for use. [2]
The inspector also observed failure to properly segregate foods by cooking temperatures. [3]
A separate finding described failure to maintain food protected from potential overhead contamination. [4]
The report marks five findings as corrected on site. One finding is marked as a repeat violation. [5]
Showing 9 of 9 findings
Observed failure to maintain hand sink accessible at all times for use. Observed hand sink in main kitchen obstructed with a mug and towel in the sink and partially obstructed by a trash can in front.
Code 511-6-1.06(2)(o)
Observed failure to maintain hand sink accessible at all times for use. Observed hand sink in main kitchen obstructed with a mug and towel in the sink and partially obstructed by a trash can in front. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf PIC removed obstructions Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 2-2D ↗
Observed failure to properly segregate foods by cooking temperatures. Observed raw chicken breast stored above raw beef burgers in cooler at grill station.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii)
Observed failure to properly segregate foods by cooking temperatures. Observed raw chicken breast stored above raw beef burgers in cooler at grill station. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (P, C) (c) Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (II) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented, P PIC discarded burgers and moved chicken Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 4-1A ↗
Observed failure to maintain food protected from potential overhead contamination. Observed beef burgers in cooler at grill station and rice in dry storage area stored without any overhead protection.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv)
Observed failure to maintain food protected from potential overhead contamination. Observed beef burgers in cooler at grill station and rice in dry storage area stored without any overhead protection. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC discarded burgers, rice was covered Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 4-2A ↗
Observed failure to maintain food at or below 41F. Observed rice, wings, shrimp, tomatoes stored in various coolers holding above 41F.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)
Observed failure to maintain food at or below 41F. Observed rice, wings, shrimp, tomatoes stored in various coolers holding above 41F. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) 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) or below Repeat Violation. Correct By: 10/11/2026Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
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Observed failure to properly date mark food items maintained in facility past 24 hours. Observed rice in walk in cooler prepped on yesterday with no date indication of use or disposition 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 2.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(g)
Observed failure to properly date mark food items maintained in facility past 24 hours. Observed rice in walk in cooler prepped on yesterday with no date indication of use or disposition 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 2. Except as specified in paragraphs 5 through 7 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food service establishment and if the food is held for more than 24 hours, 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 after the original container is opened. The day the original container is opened in the food service establishment shall be counted as Day 1, except, the day or date marked by the food service establishment may not exceed a manufacturer’s use by date if the manufacturer determined the use-by date based on food safety; Pf Rice was discarded Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 6-2 ↗
Observed failure to properly store food at minimum of 6inches off the ground. Observed bag of sugar stored on the floor in the main kitchen area.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(q)
Observed failure to properly store food at minimum of 6inches off the ground. Observed bag of sugar stored on the floor in the main kitchen area. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. New Violation. Correct By: 10/11/2026Official report · Item 12A ↗
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Observed failure to properly store scoops in between uses. Observed scoop stored in rice without handle.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)
Observed failure to properly store scoops in between uses. Observed scoop stored in rice without handle. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; Scoop removed Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 14A ↗
Observed failure to maintain knives properly stored. Observed several knives stored around the facility.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)
Observed failure to maintain knives properly stored. Observed several knives stored around the facility. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); New Violation.Official report · Item 14A ↗
Observed failure to maintain facility free of pests. Observed several fruit flies and a few roaches in facility at time o inspection.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)
Observed failure to maintain facility free of pests. Observed several fruit flies and a few roaches in facility at time o inspection. 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. PIC shall have pest remediation. New Violation.Official report · Item 18 ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
Fulton County · Oct 8, 2026
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