19Th St. Food Market
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
50
Score
19th St. Food Market, located at 1600 S 19Th St, Philadelphia, PA, had a high-risk inspection on March 31, 2026, with a score of 50. This inspection identified three critical and five minor violations, with notable issues including adequate handwashing facilities, food condition, and proper cold holding temperatures. Across 16 scored inspections, the facility has predominantly received high-risk ratings.
16
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
50
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
52
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
35
Oct 22, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
43
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
35
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
67
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
26
Mar 6, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
78
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
37
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
35
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
64
Nov 17, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
61
Nov 15, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
55
Oct 10, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
41
Aug 17, 2023
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
26
May 22, 2023
Routine
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
22
Violations — Mar 31, 2026 Inspection
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towels are not available at the handwashing sink in the front of the establishment.
46.825(a)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: Open cheese observed in water on the shelf in the closed display case. Likely condensation observed dripping from the top and side of unit onto shelf. Corrective action: Items were rewrapped and moved to a different location.
46.201
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: -Potentially hazardous food (bacons, deli meats, shredded lettuce, tomatoes) was held at 43.3 to 49.8 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Items above 45 were discarded. Food employee instructed to turn the refrigerators down. -Cheese and eggs were held at 45.8 to 54.7 degrees F. Corrective action: Eggs were moved away from the outer edge of the open display case. Note: Refrigerators may be in defrost mode too long or too often. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Front and basement outer openings in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Doors observed open without screens. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages observed stored in unfinished basement. (To prevent contamination, keep all beverages in plastic until they are moved into the retail area.) New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Faux grass was observed in bins used to store onions and potatoes. Note: Surfaces should be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning: -Some grease and debris observed in the fryer cabinet.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Remove clutter and unnecessary items from the basement. (i.e. damaged chest freezer; clutter under the steps, etc.) -Dead roach observed on the floor in the space between the closed display case and the fryer. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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