Ah Topper Chinese Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
58
Score
Ah Topper Chinese Restaurant, located at 2512 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on March 3, 2026. This inspection resulted in a score of 58 and documented 11 minor violations. Across six scored inspections, Ah Topper Chinese Restaurant has historically received medium-risk ratings.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine
11 minor violations.
58
Jan 15, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 12 minor violations.
47
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
25
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 15 minor violations.
23
Nov 16, 2023
Routine
6 minor violations.
74
Aug 17, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
67
Violations — Mar 3, 2026 Inspection
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not present in the cold holding units.
46.632
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: -Bulk storage containers located in the rear storage areas are not labeled with the common name of the foods. -Containers of prepared juice (of water and powder mixture) observed without ingredient or nutritional information labels.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: -Cellar door, back door, and front door of the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. -Front door observed propped open at the time of the inspection.
46.922(e)(f)
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: -Rice scoop and ladle observed stored in standing water at the rice scooping station. -Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Residue and grime observed on the drying rack above the three basin sink and on the shelves inside the walk-in cooler. -Debris observed on the POS counters. -Grease observed on the pipes in the prep area. -Static dust and grease observed on the filters at the mechanical ventilation hood above the deep fryers. -Grease observed on the interior bottom cabinet beneath the deep fryers.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Drain at the food prep sink observed installed with an air break (drainage pipe leading into the catch basin) instead of an air gap (at least one inch gap between the bottom of the drainage pipe and the edge of the catch basin). ** Advised to cut the drainage pipe to have an air gap.
46.823(c)-(e)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Exterior of the oil drums observed with residue and accumulations. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Dust, debris, trash, dead roach, and water residue observed on the floor in the basement area. -Debris observed on the floor in the rear storage area and beneath the wok cooking station. -Grime and debris observed on the floor along the perimeter of the prep area.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Rear storage and basement areas observed dimly lit.
46.943
Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
Inspector notes: Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
10-602(5)(a)(.1)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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