how long will vacuum sliced deli meat last in the refrigerator
Fresh cut lunch meat from the deli counter at your grocery store lasts about 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. Vacuum sealed packaged lunch meat lasts until the expiration date on the package as long as it is unopened. Once opened, the meat can be kept in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Lunch meat spoils quickly. If your lunch meat smells or looks bad, it is best to throw it away, regardless of how long it has been in the refrigerator.