Gruby's New York Deli
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
95
Score
Gruby's New York Deli has been inspected five times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader Atlanta restaurant scene, where the average is 90, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors, walls and ceilings not in good repair. CA: Advised PIC physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
95
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed walls and ceilings not in good repair. CA: Advised PIC physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
95
Apr 2, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
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5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed consumer advisory missing the reminder. CA: Advised PIC the reminder shall include asterisks next to the animal-derived foods requiring the disclosure. 3. The reminder shall include asterisking the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a footnote that states: (i) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness; Pf or (ii) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Pf
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
90
May 21, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed an orange mold like substance on the baffle and wall of the ice machine Advised PIC to have these area’s cleaned sight to touch. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (i) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (ii) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; (iii) Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers,...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed no consumer advisory on the menu. PIC also mentioned that the customers have to option of having their eggs over easy PIC will their menus reprinted w/ proper consumer advisory 1. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)(iv), and (9)(a)3 of this Rule, if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents,...
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
82
Jan 24, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed no consumer advisory on the menu. PIC also mentioned that the customers have to option of having their eggs over easy. 1. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)(iv), and (9)(a)3 of this Rule, if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. The disclosur...
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer concentration at the 3C Sink is above the recommended range. The recommended range is 200 - 400 ppm. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufacturer’s use directions included in the labeling, P and be used only in water with 500 ppm hardness or less or in water h...
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an orange mold like substance on the baffle and wall of the ice machine. 5. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (i) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (ii) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; (iii) Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, bev...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gruby's New York Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gruby's New York Deli on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gruby's New York Deli?
Across the inspection record, “consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Gruby's New York Deli.
How does Gruby's New York Deli compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Gruby's New York Deli most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Gruby's New York Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gruby's New York Deli have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Gruby's New York 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 Gruby's New York Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gruby's New York Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.
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