4900 Rockland Beer

4900 N 05Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

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

“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Philadelphia facility scores 72, putting 4900 Rockland Beer on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

2
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area. Corrective action: PIC relocated chemicals at time of inspection.
46.1021
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the kitchen and POS area. Corrective action: PIC provided soap at time of inspection.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Unused ice machine observed behind counter in the retail area. -Kickplate missing observed on chest freezer and reach in refrigerator in kitchen area. -Microwave in the prep area is non-ANSI/NSF approved. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation observed in chest freezer in retail area. Dust observed on fan cover in walk in cooler. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Restroom observed not shelf closing. New Violation.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop observed in bucket and not properly hanging to dry when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on food prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
55
May 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the rear food prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands. The person in charge provided a sign during the inspection.
46.941(a)-(e)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on counter near the frozen drink machine and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.772
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Unused ice machine observed behind counter in the retail area. -Side panel missing off of chest freezer in the prep area. -Microwave in the prep area is non ANSI/NSF approved. New Violation.
46.671
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Hole in the ceiling with exposed wires observed in the rear food prep area. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of grease. New Violation.
46.981(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was 4900 Rockland Beer last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 4900 Rockland Beer on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 4900 Rockland Beer?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 4900 Rockland Beer.

Has 4900 Rockland Beer's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at 4900 Rockland Beer have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at 4900 Rockland Beer means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.