3 Brothers Food
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
47
Score
Going back to 2025, 3 Brothers Food has three inspections in the public record. On Dec 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near nine violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwashing sink in the kitchen area. **Soap was supplied at the handwashing sink at the time of the reinspection.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: - Dented/distressed canned item (Chef Boyardee) observed on the shelf in the retail area. - Observed expired baby juice on the shelf in the retail area. **Items were discarded at the time of the reinspection report.
46.201
Proper date marking & disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat food (Bacon), located in the deli display case, was not marked with the date it was opened. **A label was placed on the bacon with the date it was opened at the time of the reinspection.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the 3-bay warewashing sink set up incorrectly (Rinse, Wash, Sanitize). **The 3-bay warewash sink was re-set up in its correct order (Wash, Rinse, Sanitize) at the time of the reinspection.
46.674(d)(e)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed the cover for the ventilation system missing in the basement restroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed stains on the floor in the basement area. - Observed fallen product on the floor underneath the shelves containing prepackaged beverages in the basement area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the ventilation system in the restroom not properly operating. New Violation.
46.944
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Dec 23, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Employee coat and hoodie observed in food prep area shelf on top of box of apples. New Violation.
46.1041
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation.
46.101
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation and foods debris observed inside chest freezers. Cleaning and defrosting is needed. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Small lidded trash can is needed in restroom for female sanitary napkins.
46.882(b)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster lids observed open and not closed to prevent rodent harborage. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Maintenance tools (broom/dustpan) are stored on floor and not elevated when not in use.
46.981(e)(m)
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Nov 18, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Honey mustard condiment sauces and opened jar of picked sausages were held at room temperature rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous, ready-to-eat food, prepared in a food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. New Violation.
46.134
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation. New Violation.
46.101
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on deli slicer and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining observed inside reach-in cooler under some beverages. New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Heavy ice accumulation and foods debris observed inside chest freezers. Cleaning and defrosting is needed. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Small lidded trash can is needed in restroom for female sanitary napkins. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop observed on floor and not elevated when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Light observed flickering above food prep area. New Violation.
46.943
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers bottles are not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.
46.422
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Boxes of oil are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Brothers Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Brothers Food on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Brothers Food?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Brothers Food.
Has 3 Brothers Food's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 3 Brothers Food have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 3 Brothers Food 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.
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