32nd Street Cafe

3251 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at 32nd Street Cafe, the earliest from 2023. On Feb 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near 12 violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents & animals not present”, which has been cited eight times.

32nd Street Cafe's latest score of 78 sits above the Philadelphia average of 72. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2025
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Juices present is the front prep area including lemonade, iced tea, and fruit punch were not labeled with the nutritional and ingredient information.
46.422
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Residue and debris observed on the interior of the cold prep unit (sandwhich preparation refrigerator), under the deep fryer, and the under counter (under the grill) drawer cold units. -Observed grease accumulation and debris beneath the flat top grill in the front prep area. ** Advised to thoroughly clean the interior and exterior of the cold holding units to prevent contamination of the foods stored inside.
46.711(b)(c)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: No lid on trash can receptacle observed in restroom area.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed brooms and dustpans stored on the floor in the warewashing area instead of elevated to promote floor cleaning.
46.981(e)(m)
78
Jan 15, 2025
Reinspection
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Hands clean & properly washed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A food employee was observed rinsing their hands at the three basin sink rather than the designated handwash sink. Corrective Action: After rinsing their hands at the three basin sink, they washed their hands at the handwash sink.
46.133
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: -Two whisks observed stored in the handwash sink in the warewashing area and not accessible for employee usage at all times. -The handwash sink in the front prep area was obstructed by a bucket of prep potatoes and not accessible at all times for employee use. ** The whisks were removed and the potatoes were discarded.
46.825(a)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: -Observed uncovered cabbage in a reach-in refrigerator in the basement. ** Advised to provide coverings / protection for all foods to prevent contamination. Food employee covered the cabbage. -Observed raw salmon stored directly above vegetables and ready to eat foods in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. ** Advised to stored all raw food products beneath cooked or ready to eat foods. Food employee reorganized the refrigeration unit to prevent contamination.
46.281
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Eggs are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request; however, a written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer. ** New menus with the consumer advisory have been ordered by the facility.
46.423
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemicals (Zevo insecticide) were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the front prep area. ** Advised to store all chemicals below food, equipment, and single service articles. The insecticide was discarded.
46.1021
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. ** FSC applications received by the Office of Food Protection for other employees (E.S. & R.J.), nothing present for James Nesmith.
46.103
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket stored in the food prep sink in the warewashing area. ** Advised that the food prep sink's only intents is to wash/clean food prior to preparation and is a food contact surface. The food prep sink needs to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least every four hours. Nothing should be stored in the food prep sink besides foods. New Violation.
46.711(a)
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Juices present is the front prep area including lemonade, iced tea, and fruit punch were not labeled with the nutritional and ingredient information.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed in the basement area.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46.672
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Handwashing amenity (soap) observed present at the warewashing sink.
46.676(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Residue and debris observed on the interior of the cold prep unit (sandwhich preparation refrigerator), under the deep fryer, and the under counter (under the grill) drawer cold units. -Observed grease accumulation and debris beneath the flat top grill in the front prep area. ** Advised to thoroughly clean the interior and exterior of the cold holding units to prevent contamination of the foods stored inside.
46.711(b)(c)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Bathroom door observed not self closing.
46.922(d)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed trash stored on the ground surrounding the waste dumpsters outside the facility instead of stored inside the dumpsters.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a mop stored in a mop bucket instead of elevated to promote air drying. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Galvanized hood filters observed. New Violation.
46.544(e)
25
Dec 16, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Eggs are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request; however, a written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer. ** New menus with the consumer advisory have been ordered for the facility.
46.423
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Handwashing amenities (soap and paper towels) observed present at the food prep sink. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Observed sugar containers stored on the counter not covered or protected from contamination. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Observed a wiping cloth torn and not in good repair. New Violation.
46.304
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed single use food containers stored un-inverted and not stored to prevent contamination.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Handwashing amenities (soap and paper towels) observed present at the warewashing sink. New Violation.
46.676(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Residue and debris observed on the interior of the cold prep unit, under the deep fryer, and the under counter (under the grill) drawer cold units.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without an indirect drain connection. ** Provide an indirect drain connection at the food prep sink. New Violation.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Bathroom door observed not self closing.
46.922(d)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Waste receptacle not present at the small handwash sink in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.882(a)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed holes where the drain pipe in the mop room and a utility line in the basement storage area not sealed. New Violation.
46.901
45
Dec 13, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Eggs are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request; however, a written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer.
46.423
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Live mouse observed running behind the flat top grill and the warewashing area in the prep area. Obtain Pest Management Service to resolve the vermin activity prior to the re-inspection.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non NSF/ANSI chest freezer and reach-in refrigerator observed in use in the basement. -Observed non food grade containers in use for food storage in the reach-in units and chest freezer in the basement and in the cold prep unit in the prep area.
46.671
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Bathroom door observed not self closing.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Grease accumulation observed on the floor behind the cooking equipment's in the food prep-serving area.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
70
Dec 11, 2024
Reinspection
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Eggs are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request; however, a written consumer advisory (on the menu, table tent, or placard) is not provided to the consumer. New Violation.
46.423
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the warewashing area to remind food employees to wash their hands. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: Dented canned item observed in the basement reach-in refrigerator. ** The can was segregated.
46.201
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Organization observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement: -Vegetables and ready-to-eat foods -Raw lamb -Vegetables -Ready-to eat foods Correct organization of food storage in units to prevent contamination: -Ready to eat foods -Raw fish -Raw pork -Raw whole beef -Raw ground beef -Raw chicken and eggs ** PIC reorganized the refrigerator to reflect the correct organization to protect foods from contamination.
46.281
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: -Ambient air of the lower part of the cold prep unit in the prep area was measured at 47.3 degrees F. -Scrapple was held at 48.0 degrees F in the upper part of the cold prep unit.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Observed foods prepared in the facility (cooked rice and cabbage prepared in the facility, stored in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement) without date markings of when the foods were opened or prepared.
46.385(b)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. ** Photograph of the FSC application was observed for Earlena Simpson and Reginald Jones. Office of Food Protection, Central Office has not received FSC applications for Reginald Jones or Earlena Simpson. Please call 215-685-7495 for questions about Philadelphia Food Safety Certificate applications.
46.103
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: No thermometer observed in the cold prep unit in the prep area. New Violation.
46.59
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: -Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed in the food prep, bar, and basement areas. -Live roach (nymph) activity observed in the basement in the mop room. -Small flies observed in the bar area.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed aluminum lined shelves in the prep area where the seasonings are stored. New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Residue observed on the interior bottom of the cold prep unit in the prep area.
46.711(b)(c)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Bathroom door observed not self closing.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Debris observed behind the reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the basement. Mouse droppings observed on the floor in the following locations: -in the corner of the bar area beside the sink. -in the water heater room. -at the bottom of the cellar door stairs. -on the stairs that lead to the storm cellar door. -on the ledge above the stairs that lead to the basement. (the mouse droppings on the ledge were cleaned during the inspection)
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
27
Dec 9, 2024
Reinspection
7 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 18 violations
Hands clean & properly washed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food employee observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. Corrective Action: The food employee washed his hands upon the sanitarian's direction.
46.132
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the warewashing area was blocked by a cutting board and bowl and not accessible at all times for employee use. -The sink was unobstructed.
46.825(a)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that cakes are from an approved source.
46.211
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Organization observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement: -Cartons of milk -Raw fish & raw shell eggs -Potatoes prepared in the facility -Vegetables Correct organization of food storage in units to prevent contamination: -Ready to eat foods -Raw fish -Raw pork -Raw whole beef -Raw ground beef -Raw chicken and eggs
46.281
Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, & unsafe food
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored in the cold prep unit beside the flat top grill with damaged shells. New Violation.
46.441(1)-(4)
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Observed eggs stored on the counter in the prep area held at 68.0 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Observed foods prepared in the facility (cooked chicken, commercially open cheeses, cooked vegetables and potatoes, and repackaged cakes) without date markings of when the foods were opened or prepared.
46.385(b)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. New Violation.
46.102
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a mop stored in a mop bucket instead of elevated to promote air drying. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Meat being thawed using an unapproved method. Food observed thawing at room temperature in the food prep sink. New Violation.
46.383
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed powder and water juices without labels.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: -Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed in the food prep, bar, and basement areas. -Live roach (adult and nymph) activity observed in the basement on glue traps.
46.981(k)(l)
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed single use food containers stored un-inverted and not stored to prevent contamination. New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non NSF/ANSI chest freezer and reach-in refrigerator observed in use in the basement. -Observed non food grade containers and bags in use for food storage in the reach-in units and chest freezer in the basement and in the cold prep unit in the prep area.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink observed without the wash, rinse, and sanitize labels.
46.612
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Mouse droppings observed on shelving with seasonings in the food prep area. -Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Residue observed on the interior bottom of the cold prep unit in the prep area.
46.711(b)(c)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Bathroom door observed not self closing.
46.922(d)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the dumpsters the facility utilizes for waste removal unable to be closed due to overflowing waste. New Violation.
46.884
19
Oct 16, 2024
Routine
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that cakes are from an approved source. New Violation.
46.211
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dented canned item observed in basement dry storage area. Corrective Action: The can was segregated.
46.201
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: -Observed uncovered food in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Observed raw shell eggs stored above RTE foods in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. New Violation.
46.281
Proper date marking & disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed foods stored in the cold prep unit in the prep area without date markings. Corrective Action: The containers were marked with date markings.
46.385(b)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the warewashing area. New Violation.
46.1026
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Both handwash sinks in the food prep area was blocked by containers and not accessible at all times for employee use. Corrective Action: The containers were removed.
46.825(a)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. Corrective Action: The FSC was emailed to the person in charge. New Violation.
46.103
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed powder and water juices without labels. New Violation.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: -Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse droppings) and insect (large and small flies) activity observed in the food prep, bar, and basement areas. -Live roach (adult and nymph) activity observed in the basement. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non NSF/ANSI chest freezer and reach-in refrigerator observed in use in the basement. New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink observed without the wash, rinse, and sanitize labels. New Violation.
46.612
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Mouse droppings observed on shelving with seasonings in the food prep area. -Severe ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. -Debris observed on the interior bottom of the reach-in freezer in the basement. -Standing water observed on the interior bottom of the reach-in refrigerator in the basement. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: No lid on trash can receptacle observed in restroom area. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Standing water observed on the floor in the mop room. -Glue trap in the basement observed with live roaches. -Debris and grease observed on the floor in the prep area. -Debris observed behind the reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the basement. Mouse droppings observed on the floor in the following locations: -behind the trashcan opposite to the three compartment sink -in the corner beside the cold prep unit in the prep area -behind the refrigerator in the bar area -in the mop room in the basement -in the corner and middle of the floor in the basement -in the water heater room -at the bottom of the cellar door stairs New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
26
Jan 24, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings observed beneath bar, storage rack and in the basement area.
46.981(k)(l)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean interior of cold prep unit in food prep area
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: No lid on trash can receptacle observed in restroom area
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mops observed in bucket not hanging or properly stored while not in use, to allow for proper air drying
46.981(f)
74
Oct 16, 2023
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Old food residue, dishes and utensils observed in the handwash sink. New Violation.
46.981(h)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Fish observed thawing over 3 basin sink
46.301
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Several prepare food items observed in cold holding units without date markings of preparation/opening
46.385(b)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. - Food manager present did not have city issued FSC - Certified personnel became present at the end of the inspection
46.103
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed soiled New Violation.
46.713
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Fruit flies observed in and around potatoes Mouse droppings observed beneath bar, storage rack and in storage room
46.981(k)(l)
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Food containers for take out are not stored inverted to prevent contamination New Violation.
46.774
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: - Warewashing sink should not be used for food prep - Warewashing sink observed soiled New Violation.
46.676(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean interior of cold prep unit in food prep area
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed from the top of handsink New Violation.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: No lidded trashcan observed in restroom New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required - broken glass and mouse droppings beneath bar area - food debris and grease floor surface beneath warewashing station and cooking equipment - debris steps - mouse droppings in hot water heater/storage room - mouse droppings flor beneath dry storage area located in basement New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. New Violation.
46.981(d)
33
Jun 5, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towel at handsink in warewashing area -provided
46.941(a)-(e)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Eggs not in original packaging and receipt not provided New Violation.
46.243(a)(c)(d)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Ice used for consumption observed being used as coolant Chicken observed thawing in handsink -removed New Violation.
46.301
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Several prepare food items (crabs, egg rols, chicken) observed in cold holding units without date markings of preparation/opening New Violation.
46.385(b)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. - Food manager present did not have city issued FSC - Certified personnel became present at the end of the inspection New Violation.
46.103
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Label with general name of previously cooked food items not observed on side items stored in lower level reach-in refrigeration units New Violation.
46.282
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Live flies observed in lower level food storage area New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food observed not properly covered in cold prep unit causing drying and discoloration of uncooked food items New Violation.
46.321
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Clean exterior of ice machine C-lean interior of cold prep unit in food prep area New Violation.
46.714
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash observed overflowing/ lid not closed causing fly attraction New Violation.
46.885
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Deep fryer does not fit under exhaust hood New Violation.
46.614
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was 32nd Street Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 32nd Street Cafe on file is from Feb 26, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 32nd Street Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at 32nd Street Cafe.

Has 32nd Street Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 32nd Street Cafe have averaged around 12 violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 32nd Street Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is 32nd Street Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 32nd Street Cafe is inspected around six times per year on average.