Athens, Clarke County

American Deli

2139 W BROAD ST ATHENS, GA 30606

Food

Latest score

Jun 2, 2026

City

Athens

County

Clarke

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jun 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Bulk fish seasoning not labeled by fish station.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Gaps observed around back door. Improve weather stripping so daylight isn't visible around door.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Inspection report posted behind front counter, not allowing 1-foot approach.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(c) - floor and wall junctures, coved, & enclosed or sealed, water-flushed floors provided with drains & graded to drain (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Cove molding missing by walk-in cooler.

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 816 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed raw chicken and shrimp held above 41F in top of prep cooler. Corrective action (CA): All time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods shall be maintained at 41F or below in cold holding. Foo discarded.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Written notification not provided to consumers declaring the presence of major food allergens in unpackaged food.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Gaps observed around back door. Improve weather stripping so daylight isn't visible around door.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Posted inspection report is not the most current report. Report posted behind front counter, not allowing a 1-foot approach. Copy of report not posted at drive-thru.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cardboard being used as a shelf liner throughout establishment. Liners shall be smooth, durable, and non-absorbent.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Floor tiles chipped and damaged in back storage room.

May 30, 2025

Routine

Score: 847 violations

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed improper sanitation methods of dining room tables using two chemicals. Corrective action (CA): Same sanitizer should be used in both buckets when sanitizing dining room tables. Spray bottle with dry paper towels could also be used.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed Drano stored above single-use containers in dry storage area. CA: Chemicals should not be stored above food, utensils, equipment, linens, and single-use/single-service (FUELS) items.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed light gaps in back door of kitchen; potential pest entry.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed bug zapper located over prep table - may not be located over FUELS.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoop handle touching raw chicken in bulk container in kitchen.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed metal containers stacked wet on clean rack by 3-compartment sink.

Nov 15, 2024

Routine

Score: 877 violations

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mold in bulk ice machine and self-service drink dispenser ice chute. Corrective action (CA): Bulk ice machine and ice chute should be cleaned and sanitized frequently and thoroughly enough to preclude mold growth.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dining tables sanitized using 1-bucket method. CA: Dining tables should be sanitized using sanitizer in spray bottle with single-use paper towels or 2-bucket method.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chlorine sanitizer in 3-compartment sink at concentration of 200 ppm. CA: Chlorine sanitizer must have a concentration between 50-100 ppm. Person in charge (PIC) diluted sanitizer solution in 3-compartment sink to reach chlorine concentration of 100 ppm.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Household bleach used in 3-compartment sink for sanitization step. CA: Bleach must be commercial and rated for use in a food service establishment.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several light gaps in backdoor of kitchen; allowing for potential pest entry.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed containers stacked wet on dry dish rack by 3-compartment sink. PIC stacked containers in a way allowing for air drying.

May 28, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Back door has air gaps allowing for potential pest entry.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Inspection report posted behind counter, not allowing a one-foot approach. Copy of score not posted in drive-thru window.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Vent hood has grease buildup.

Nov 20, 2023

Routine

Score: 945 violations

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Back door has air gaps around it - potential pest entry.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inspection report posted behind counter, not allowing a one-foot approach. Copy of score not posted in drive-thru window.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ice buildup in reach-in and chest freezers.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Vent hood has heavy grease buildup.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Grease buildup under grill on floor.

May 15, 2023

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed 3-compartment sink setup as wash-sanitize-rinse. Sinks drained and setup as wash-rinse-sanitize.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Beef patties cooked 30 minutes prior to inspection observed cooling bottom of make table. Beef patties moved to walk-in cooler druing inspection. Patties within safe cooling stage. Do not cool foods in make table unit.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Cardboard used throughout facility to line shelves/walls. Discontinue using cardboard. Provide a smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable surface.