What is Foster Food Mart Deli's health inspection score?

Foster Food Mart Deli has a SafeDine safety score of 61 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Foster Food Mart Deli last inspected?

Foster Food Mart Deli was last inspected on September 19, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Foster Food Mart Deli have?

Foster Food Mart Deli has 44 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Foster Food Mart Deli safe to eat at?

Foster Food Mart Deli has a safety score of 61/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Foster Food Mart Deli serve?

Foster Food Mart Deli serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Foster Food Mart Deli

Name: Foster Food Mart Deli
Address: 2534 N FOSTER DR BLDG A, Baton Rouge, 70805
Rating: 61

2534 N FOSTER DR BLDG A, Baton Rouge

Last inspected 8mo ago

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0Fair

American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Sep 19, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

29%

Clean Rate

6.3

Avg Violations

9 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-39

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-25 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-4 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2023

1 inspections

Dec

Apr 2024

1 inspections

Sep 2024

1 inspections

6 basic

Sep

Oct 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Mar 2025

2 inspections

20 basic

Mar

Sep 2025

1 inspections

14 basic

Inspection History

7 records on file

4 Routine2 Re-inspection1 Complaint

Sep 25

Routine InspectionLatest

14 Basic

14 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

Basic (14)

−28 pts

LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled.−2
THERMOMETER1321.2 - An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
TOXIC3901 - Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.−2
HAND3109.8 - The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing.−2
INSECT3503.1 - The insect control device is located above a food preparation area.−2
WARE2515.2 - Equipment and utensils are not air-dried.−2
HAND3109.5 - Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.−2
CLEAN2517.8 - Single use/single service articles are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust or contamination.−2
WALLS3703.4 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.−2
FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.−2
PERMITS501.2 - The permit is not valid due to nonpayment of fees/penalties. Fees are to be paid by October 3, 2025−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2

Base deductions−28 pts

Mar 25

Re-inspection Inspection

8 Basic

8 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Basic (8)

−16 pts

MAINTENANCE4119.2 - Mops are not hung and/or stored to facilitate air drying.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
FOOD1911.2 - Raw , unpasteurized eggs are pooled before cooking. Eggs poured out and placed in the dumpster−2
FOOD1911.2 - Raw , unpasteurized eggs are pooled before cooking. Eggs poured out and placed in the dumpster−2
PLUMBING/GREASE3117.1 - A utility sink with hot and cold water is not provided. A separate mop sink isn't provided. Handwashing signs provided.−2
WALLS3703.4 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.1 - Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.−2

Base deductions−16 pts

Mar 25

Routine Inspection

12 Basic

12 total

76/100inspection score

−24 pts

Basic (12)

−24 pts

WALLS3703.4 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.−2
BACKFLOW3105 - The air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment is not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet.−2
HAND3109.5 - Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.−2
FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.−2
PLUMBING/GREASE3117.1 - A utility sink with hot and cold water is not provided. A separate mop sink isn't provided. Handwashing signs were provided.−2
MAINTENANCE4119.2 - Mops are not hung and/or stored to facilitate air drying.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.1 - Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.−2
ICE1907.2 - Ice dispensing utensils were not stored in a clean protected location.−2
FOOD1911.2 - Raw , unpasteurized eggs are pooled before cooking.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle. Bowl inside dry red beans−2
LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled.−2
HAND3109.1 - Hand wash lavatory is not accessible−2

Base deductions−24 pts

Oct 24

Re-inspection Inspection

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

PLUMBING/GREASE3117.1 - A utility sink with hot and cold water is not provided.−2
WALLS3703.3 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.−2
PERMITS501.2 - The permit is not valid due to nonpayment of fees/penalties.−2
PERMITS501.2 - The permit is not valid due to nonpayment of fees/penalties.−2

Base deductions−8 pts

Sep 24

Routine Inspection

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled.−2
PERMITS501.2 - The permit is not valid due to nonpayment of fees/penalties. Overdue $330.00−2
ICE1907.2 - Ice dispensing utensils were not stored in a clean protected location.−2
HAND3109.5 - Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.−2
PLUMBING/GREASE3117.1 - A utility sink with hot and cold water is not provided. A separate mop sink isn't provided. Handwashing signs were provided.−2
WALLS3703.4 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.−2

Base deductions−12 pts

Apr 24

Complaint InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 23

Routine InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

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Data source: Florida DBPR · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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