Best of Philly
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Best of Philly, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 21, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Hole in or other damage to wall” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Hudson facility scores 84, putting Best of Philly on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips expired on 6/2025. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach, in the closet area. The operator swept up the dead roach and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of frying oil on the floor in the closet area. The operator moved the boxes of frying oil off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. The white wooden shelves to the left and in front of the three-compartment sink have expanding wood, and the wire shelves in the same area have rust pitting the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-13-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area. They have frying oil boxes in front of the hole. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The door frame on the reach in cooler. The operator cleaned the door frame. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several containers on the shelf with old labels on them.
16-46-4
67
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach, at the front counter. The operator swept up the dead roaches and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. 1 cracked container. The operator discarded the cracked container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Food-contact surfaces not smooth and easily cleanable. The white wooden shelves to the left and in front of the three-compartment sink have expanding wood, and the wire shelves in the same area have rust pitting the surface.
14-13-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
74
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In the men's bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Restrooms has running water and temperature is 83F. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
86
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Dented cans present. See stop sale. Black olives and salsa dented on seal
01B-01-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2025 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on the top of the cooler in the back.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel and metal item was in the hand wash sink. Operator removed areas in the sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In the men's bathroom.
27-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of plastic cups behind bar in the dining area on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, unsealed wood in the: Front counter area In the side open closet in the kitchen area
36-30-4
Basic - Employee beverage on mixer in kitchen. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Food processor lid cracked on the drying dish shelf.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of oil in prep closet area
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area.
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris in cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Sticker residue on plastic pans
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
32
Dec 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Feta Cheese (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Employee started to ice products down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
86
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray can of scrubbing bubbles stored on shelf above reach-in cooler in kitchen next to container of spices and to-go containers. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in rear prep area to the left of the office door with a bucket stored in the handwash sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Discussed requirement with operator.
53B-13-5
61
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above produce in reach-in cooler in rear of establishment across from glass door reach-in cooler. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding) Potato Salad (49f - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler with an Ambient Air Temperature of 48F. Temperature was not taken today. Operator discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding) Potato Salad (49f - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler with an Ambient Air Temperature of 48F. Temperature was not taken today. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of toxic chemical stored on wire rack shelf hanging next to clean utensils. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef (131F - Hot Holding) sitting on counter next to grill. Employee placed back on grill. Discussed proper hot holding temperatures and the danger zone. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink in rear prep area to the left of the office door with a bucket and a mop inside of the bucket stored in the handwash sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwash sink in rear prep area to the left of the office door with no paper towels. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on cutting board of reach-in cooler on cookline. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks and food stored above customer food in single glass door reach-in cooler in rear of establishment. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Drain cover missing in middle of floor drain in front of handwash sink to the right of a stand up reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-18-4
26
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
45
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Best of Philly last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Best of Philly on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Best of Philly?
Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Best of Philly.
How does Best of Philly compare to other restaurants in Hudson?
Best of Philly most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Hudson average of 84.
Has Best of Philly's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Best of Philly have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Best of Philly means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Best of Philly inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Best of Philly is inspected around three times per year on average.
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