12 Steps Down

831 Christian St Bsmt 831 S. 9Th, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Sep 13, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 13, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

“Adequate ventilation & lighting” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so 12 Steps Down is doing better than most peers. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

2
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 13, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The handwashing sink located in the restroom area was not properly sealed to the adjoining wall. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice build-up was observed in one chest freezer located in the food preparation area. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The air vents located in both restrooms were in need of cleaning due to dust accumulation. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Damaged floors were observed in several areas. New Violation.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Several hood filters were observed with an accumulation of grease/dust. New Violation.
46.544(e)
78
Sep 29, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Raw wood being used for elevation in the rear storage area and walk-in cooler. -Plastic crates being used for elevation in the walk-in cooler. -Cardboard was being used to line the interior surface of one refrigerator located in the food preparation area. New Violation.
46.522
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Wall cleaning was needed in the food preparation area due to grease build-up. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The hood filters were observed with an accumulation of grease. New Violation.
46.544(e)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was 12 Steps Down last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 12 Steps Down on file is from Sep 13, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 12 Steps Down?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation & lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 12 Steps Down.

Has 12 Steps Down's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at 12 Steps Down have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 12 Steps Down means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.