Taste of Philly

1900 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Taste of Philly stretching back to 2025. On Jan 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

“Fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Taste of Philly's latest score is in line with the Tempe average of 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed gaps between ventilation hood and wall. Re-caulk the ventilation hood gaps with an aluminum-based silicone, as needed
4-402.11
95
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed gaps between ventilation hood and wall. Recaulk the ventilation hood gaps with an aluminum based silicone, as needed
4-402.11
95
Jun 24, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) onsite at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed gaps between ventilation hood and wall. Recaulk the ventilation hood gaps with an aluminum based silicone, as needed
4-402.11
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taste of Philly last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taste of Philly on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taste of Philly?

Across the inspection record, “fixed equipment, spacing or sealing-installation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taste of Philly.

How does Taste of Philly compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Taste of Philly most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Taste of Philly's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taste of Philly have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taste of Philly means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.