Alison Food Market
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
50
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Alison Food Market, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to eight violations per visit.
“Proper date marking & disposition” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that pretzels foods were from an approved source. New Violation.
46.211
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous, ready-to-eat food (deli meats, cheese), 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)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Broken ventilation system observed in the bathroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
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 sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the kitchen area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages were 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 the three compartment sink and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed behind the grill and fryer in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease. New Violation.
46.544(e)
50
Oct 2, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A City of Philadelphia Food Safety Certificate was not observed in the facility at time of inspection. Application was emailed to the
46.103
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Crates used to support beverages in retail and storage.
46.522
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
46.634
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Broken ventilation system observed in the bathroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed behind the grill and fryer in the kitchen.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
74
Aug 22, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that pretzels foods were from an approved source. New Violation.
46.211
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Soap and paper towel were not available at the handwash sink in the bathroom area. New Violation.
46.823(a)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats, cheese), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
46.712
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Broken cold prep refrigerator observed in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: A leak was observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed behind the grill and fryer in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
45
Oct 16, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
46.921
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Missing electrical outlet cover observed in the storage. New Violation.
46.671
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: - Dusty vent observed in the bathroom. - Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the bathroom.
46.981(b)(i)
86
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats, cheese), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
46.385(b)
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible. New Violation.
46.561
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: An insect control device located in storage area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. New Violation.
46.922(c)
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced* New Violation.
46.285
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Crates used to support beverages in retail and storage. New Violation.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the handwash sink. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dusty vent observed in the bathroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Broom and dustpan were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
61
Dec 27, 2023
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and residue observed on internal surfaces of chest freezer.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the handwash sink.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Damaged wall and floor observed in the basement. - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
46.921
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
46.285
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Crates used to support beverages in retail and storage.
46.522
70
Nov 9, 2023
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
46.712
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
46.285
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Broken chest freezer observed in the basement.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and residue observed on internal surfaces of chest freezer.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the handwash sink.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Damaged wall observed in the bathroom.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Damaged wall and floor observed in the basement. - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
46.921
58
Oct 2, 2023
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
46.712
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food were not properly labeled in the closed display case. New Violation.
46.282
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the kitchen and the storage.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
46.772
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
46.285
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: Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and residue present on internal surfaces of chest freezer and reach-in units.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: - Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the bathroom. - The bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed behind the food equipment in the kitchen.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
45
Jul 19, 2023
Routine
9 critical violations. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 25 violations
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Seafood salad was held at 50 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. *Do not store any potentially hazardous food in the reach-in refrigeration unit until it can maintain a temperature of 41 degrees F or below as required.* New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Seafood salad, cheese, deli meat), located in the closed display case and reach-in unit, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.1021
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. New Violation.
46.132
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the food prep area was blocked by bottles and containers and not accessible at all times for employee use. New Violation.
46.825(a)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that Pastelitos are from an approved source. New Violation.
46.211
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: 13 expired Gerber baby food items observed on retail area shelving. New Violation.
46.201
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Pretzels and bread observed in wash compartment of warewash sink. New Violation.
46.281
Proper hot holding temperature
Inspector notes: Pastelitos was held at 106 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. New Violation.
46.385(a)(1)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours. New Violation.
46.712
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
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. Hot holding cabinet New Violation.
46.632
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage bottles are not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (Flies) observed in the food prep, basement, retail areas. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Metal can being used to store food item after opening. -Food (beverages) 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 splash guard and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.772
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced* New Violation.
46.285
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Single use containers observed not inverted on top of closed display case in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Non NSF/ANSI equipment observed: - 2 inoperable chest freezers - Microwave -Toaster New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and residue present on internal surfaces of chest freezer and reach-in units. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Mop/Utility sink not observed New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Toilet paper and debris present along floor perimeter of restroom area. -Missing/Damaged wall tiles New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Debris present under retail area shelving -Wet floor basement area -Ceiling leaking basement area -Debris and grime along floor perimeter of food prep area -Debris on tables in food prep area -Declutter clerk area -Grease residue on top of exhaust hood and leaking from ceiling New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Exhaust hood observed in adequate capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls, ceilings and fixtures. New Violation.
46.614
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Alison Food Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Alison Food Market on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Alison Food Market?
Across the inspection record, “proper date marking & disposition” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Alison Food Market.
Has Alison Food Market's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Alison Food Market have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Alison Food Market 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.
How often is Alison Food Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Alison Food Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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