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Deli Mart
122 S COASTAL HWY , PORT WENTWORTH, GA 31407 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (August 26, 2026): Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving facility upkeep. This restaurant scored as low as 81 on February 18, 2026 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A99August 26, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving facility upkeep.
Observed lights above grill to be out and grease built up on the glass covering the light. RCA: Told PIC to replace lighting.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)”B81February 18, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and management & training.
Observed deli meats in prep top cooler to be below 41F. (TEMPS on report). RCA: Made PIC through out deli meats. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed a heavy buildup of black substance and slime in the inside of the ice machine. RCA: RCA: Advised PIC to empty ice machine to have it cleaned and sanitized. Advised to increase frequency of cleaning to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”The PIC at the time of inspection was not servsafe certified. He was unaware of many things that I pointed out. The two people with servsafe certification were not in the building. RCA: Told PIC that the person who holds the servsafe certification needs to be in the building at all times. Demonstration of Knowledge. Based on the risk of foodborne illness inherent to the food service operation, during inspections and upon request, the person in charge shall demonstrate to the Health Authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(1)(a)-(c)1,4,5,6-14,15, 16 - demonstration of knowledge (pf)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-025-612. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.