59Th Street Fish Market
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
52
Score
The 59th Street Fish Market, located at 5933 Market St in Philadelphia, PA, underwent a high-risk inspection on January 8, 2026, with a score of 52. This inspection identified two critical violations, one major violation, and five minor violations. Previous inspections for this establishment have primarily resulted in medium-risk classifications.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
52
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Dec 28, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
67
Violations — Jan 8, 2026 Inspection
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Yong Jansen is ServSafe certified however no one present is also certified by the Philadelphia Health Department. A application will be provided.
46.103
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the restroom area.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container of steamed vegetables was observed in the walk-in cooler without a lid or tight fitting cover.
46.281
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Bag of shellfish in the walk-in cooler.
46.321
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: Food facility lacks quaternary ammonia sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Interior surfaces (floor, walls, and ceiling) are not smooth, easily cleanable, and in good condition. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights in the walk-in cooler are not shielded from breakage. New Violation.
46.922(a)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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