American Deli

180 Cobb Pkwy S Ste C-20, Marietta, GA 30060
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited American Deli four times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Marietta restaurant scores 87. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several squeeze bottles on prep line lack identification in front service. C/A: 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: Foods labeled.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
95
May 2, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed pink slime-like accumulations inside ice machine. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Correct within 24 hrs
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed PIC place the ice scoop inside the hand sink. C/A: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing, including storing ice scoop. COS: Removed.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed French fries in box stored directly on floor in main kitchen. CA: Food in storage shall be at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee preparing food with bracelets on in front service at prep cooler. C/A: No jewelry except a plain wedding band may be worn during food prep COS: Removed
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (1): Observed tongs stored in 70F soiled water (prep counter) (2): Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice machine (main kitchen). C/A: (1): Store utensils in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi) (2): Dispensing utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. COS: Ice scoop removed
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
70
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee scoop raw chicken wings then proceed to touch clean equipment and utensils for an order without washing hands first. (main kitchen). Observed food employee touch raw frozen shrimp then proceed to touch clean equipment and prepare other foods without washing hands first (main kitchen). C/A: Food employees shall wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. COS: Employees washed their hands.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottle filled with toxic substance pointed directly at onions underneath prep table (main kitchen). Observed bottle of bleach and oven cleaning stored directly next to bottled waters on shelf (main kitchen). Observed large containers of toxic substances on shelf stored above ketchup containers (in box) (main kitchen). C/A: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1. Separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. COS: EHS asked PIC to remove food items from the shelf.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black mold-like growth inside soda machine nozzle (self service) C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch COS: Employee cleaned nozzles.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
67
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several items in WIC cold holding above 41F (see temp log below). C/A: TCS cold holding foods shall be 41F or below AT ALL TIMES. COS: PIC adjusted temperature on WIC thermostat to 37F, allowing TCS foods to chill at 41F or below. (See remarks section)
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler ambient at 47F. C/A: Ensure ALL cold holding equipment in good repair and proper adjustment. COS: PIC adjusted thermostat, ambient temperature decreased to 37F.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
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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 Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at American Deli?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at American Deli.

How does American Deli compare to other restaurants in Marietta?

American Deli most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Marietta average of 87.

Has American Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at American Deli have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at American Deli means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is American Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, American Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.