The Philly Grill
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
33
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at The Philly Grill, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 6, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which The Philly Grill's 33 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
33
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating with expired seating license. Discussed with operator **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler next to flat top grill sliced mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); sliced white American (54F - Cold Holding) per operator products not portioned or prepared today and removed from walk in cooler approximately 45 minutes ago. Discussed cold holding with operator who removed over stacked portion of cheese and moved to walk in cooler to chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Establishment has no written procedures, provided email poster to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation discussed with operator. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. Discussed with operator **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In kitchen spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled discussed with operator who added label to bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Mop sink in rear of restaurant has pool of standing water that is not draining discussed with operator **Warning**
29-19-4
47
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding) not prepped or portioned today. In unit less than four hours. Instructed operator to Remove top half. Cheese Over stocked. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding) product not portioned or prepared today. Per operator product In unit less than four hours. Instructed operator to Remove top half of over stacked cheese. **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Two food handlers on site during inspection **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: 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. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
78
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by the hand washing sink . Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at walk in cooler.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
82
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer stored by ice machine. Operator relocated to chemical bin. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease and dust above the cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Philly Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Philly Grill on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Philly Grill?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Philly Grill.
How does The Philly Grill compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?
The Philly Grill most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 77.
Has The Philly Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Philly Grill have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Philly Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is The Philly Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Philly Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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