Valdosta, Lowndes County

Deli House

1616 N ASHELY ST. VALDOSTA, GA 31602

Food
Latest score
97
Jan 22, 2026
City
Valdosta
County
Lowndes
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

Score: 971 violation

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed Chlorine sanitizer stored at front service area of the kitchen with chemical concentrations too low around 10ppm. *COS, More chlorine was added to solution by PIC and chemical concentrations were within proper constraints of 50ppm-100ppm.

Aug 18, 2025

Routine

Score: 864 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

-Observed meat/veggie slicer stored as clean on shelf of prep table across from from the veggie sink in the side rear kitchen area of the facility with dried tcs debris (Deli meat, etc.) PIC stated slicer hadn't been used in a week/two. *CTM, Wash, rinse, and sanitize meat slicer and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72hrs.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed deli meat (Ham and Turkey) stored in the dry storage reach in cooler in the rear kitchen and sandwich prep top cooler (Philly, Gyro, etc.) next to the flat top grill area of the rear kitchen without proper date marking. *COS, Deli meats were date marked upon request by PIC.

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 bucket stored on bottom shelf near rear hand washing sink in the rear kitchen area with chemical concentrations greater than 200ppm. *COS, Sanitizer was diluted with water to correct chemical concentrations of 50ppm-100pm by PIC.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

-Observed clogged floor drain at veggie prep sink in the rear side kitchen of the facility. Water was sitting in drain and not draining properly. PIC began jetting drain out during inspection. -Observed women's restroom not properly flushing (Water rising and draining really slow). *CTM, Have plumbing issues corrected and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72hrs.

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 971 violation

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of the prep top cooler (Cheese steaks, Gyro Meat, Hamburger meat) across from the 3 compartment sink of the facility. -Observed wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of prep top cooler (salads, sandwiches, etc.) across from the wok grill area of the facility. *COS, Wet wiping cloths were stored in bleach sanitizer bucket upon request.

Aug 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 962 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed 2 rubbermaid containers with lids stored in hand wash sink in the rear kitchen area of the facility. *COS, Rubbermaid containers were removed by PIC upon request.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1-.03(5)(d) - where to wash (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed employee washing hands in 3 compartment sink due to food storage containers being stored in hand wash sink. Employee was coached to wash only at hand wash sink. *COS, Employee was coached. Ensure where to wash is discussed with employees.

Feb 15, 2024

Routine

Score: 895 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

*Observed hand wash sink in the rear area of the kitchen across from the 3 compartment sink without proper drying provisions (Paper towels). *COS, Employee provided paper towels for the hand wash sink upon request.

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: YesRepeat: No

-Observed fryer baskets (2) stored at the fryer station in the rear kitchen area across from the 3 compartment sink with large amounts of grease build up and old food debris. Observed unsweet gold peak tea nozzle soiled with black build up and non tcs debris. Observed slicer stored as clean on counter in rear kitchen area near veggie sink with greasy film and food build up. *COS, Tea nozzle and fryer baskets were taken to 3 compartment sink and washed, rinsed, and sanitized by PIC upon request. Slicer was washed, rinsed, and sanitized upon request by PIC.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

-Observed very low hot water pressure at the hand wash sink in the rear kitchen area across from the 3 compartment sink in the facility. *CTM, Have hot water pressure corrected and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72hrs.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

-Observed heavily soiled filters with grease and debris on the hood vent system above the flat top grill and the fryer station in the rear kitchen area of the facility. Was notated on previous inspection. *Have hood vent system cleaned and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov once completed.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed employee cell phone stored on cutting board on prep table next to hand wash sink in rear kitchen area of facility. Other cell phones and personal items were stored in this area as well. Cutting board was stored in employee area but utilized for facility. *COS, Cutting board was removed and stored to prevent contamination upon request.

Oct 5, 2023

Routine

Score: 892 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed turkey (deli meat) stored directly on top of raw lamb meat for gyros in the reach in cooler on the side of the grill and fryer station. Turkey meat was also stored directly next to raw Philly cheese steak meat. *COS, Turkey meat was stored to prevent contamination by PIC.

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(4)(h),(i) - approved sewage disposal; system; other liquid wastes and rainwater (p) (c)

2 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

-Observed AC cooling system in rear kitchen area with a condensation leak near the veggie sink in the rear side kitchen area of the facility. *CTM, Please have serviced and send documentation to Kristen.Tyler@dph.ga.gov within 72 hrs.