An American Deli location in Lilburn improved its score in the follow-up inspection. The restaurant faced the follow-up inspection on March 17 after not meeting standards during the routine inspection on March 7. The restaurant scored 87 points, securing a ‘B’ grade, an improvement from the previous score.
Highlights
- American Deli in Lilburn achieved a positive outcome in the follow-up inspection.
- The restaurant was able to secure a “B” grade on March 17.
- Previously, the report mentioned that due to several food risk factor violations, the permit was suspended. After on-site training, the restaurant was allowed to operate.
Latest Update on the Follow-Up Inspection: American Deli
- Where: 5385 Lawrenceville Hwy, Lilburn
- Date: March 17, 2025
- Follow-Up Score: 87 (B)
The inspection report said that most of the violations reported in the previous inspection were corrected in the follow-up inspection. Only two repeat violations of the same food code at the restaurant were noted.
The inspectors noticed the first repeat violation: cooked chicken stored under raw fish inside the reach-in cooler. The second was unwashed vegetables stored above ready-to-eat sauces. The issues were resolved on-site during the inspection.
Additionally, structural issues such as cracked tiles and a small hole in the ceiling above the handwashing sink still existed. The report set June 9, 2025, as the deadline to address this issue. The inspectors will visit the establishment by this date for an informal inspection to verify that the issue has been addressed.
Previous Health Inspection Report Details
- Previous Score: 59 (U)
- Date: March 7, 2025
During the March 7 routine inspection at American Deli, Lilburn, inspectors noted multiple risk factor violations at the restaurant, leading to an unsatisfactory score. The major violations that were reported included improper food storage, temperature violations, and inadequate time control procedures.
There were also sanitation issues and in the case of a third consecutive violation, structural problems such as ceiling holes, cracked tiles, and an improperly sealed back door. Employees were observed with drinks in prep areas, marking a second consecutive violation.
The restaurant’s permit was suspended temporarily because three consecutive violations were reported. It was reinstated after on-site training was given.
Most of the violations observed during the inspection were corrected immediately, while others were required to be addressed before the follow-up inspection.
American Deli has addressed the violations noted in the routine inspection. Ongoing compliance with the food code will be necessary to maintain its operational status.
