Amigos Bakery

2327 S 12Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Sep 3, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Amigos Bakery, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 3, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around seven violations across recent inspections versus roughly 11 violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surfaces clean”, showing up seven times.

The city-wide average sits at 72, which Amigos Bakery's 58 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 3, 2025
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution in the 3-compartment sink being used in excess of 200+ ppm on food contact surfaces. **Additional water added to sanitizer solution; new reading of 100ppm.
46.1024
Food separated & protected (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Storage rack for cleaned equipment observed next to the handwash sink in the basement. **Storage rack was relocated during the inspection. Splash guard to be installed.
46.301
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food in walk-in cooler observed not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
46.152
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Equipment: - Under counter refrigerator in the point of sale area being used for dry storage. - Crates are being used to elevate. - Hood filters are made of galvanized steel.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Accumulation of ice observed in the walk-in freezers.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Broom, mop, and dust pan observed on the floor in the employee toilet room and not properly elevated.
46.981(e)(m)
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Aug 26, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food, prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walk-in cooler, was not date marked. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Old food residue, dishes and utensils observed in the handwash sink in the rear prep area. **Items removed from the sink during inspection; proper sink usage reviewed with the Person in Charge.
46.825(a)
Food separated & protected (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Facility does not have a food prep sink with an indirect drain. **Facility to utilize the upstairs 3-compartment sink as a food preparation sink.
46.301
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An insect control device located in the prep area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. **Fly strips were discarded during the inspection.
46.922(c)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food in walk-in cooler observed not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints. New Violation.
46.152
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Dispensing food handle observed making direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of food. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Storage racks in food prep areas observed to not be NSF/ANSI approved. New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Warewashing sinks may not be used for food preparation unless the use is approved by the Department. The Person in Charge described washing fruit in the upstairs 3-compartment warewash sink. New Violation.
46.676(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Accumulation of ice observed in walk-in freezer. -Dust accumulation observed on the fan guards in walk-in cooler. -Gasket on walk-in cooler observed with black residue, needs to be properly cleaned and sanitized. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: General floor cleaning needed in food prep and retail areas. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
43
Jan 16, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cracked wall along basement stairs and above hand wash sink located in basement.
46.901
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Domestic microwave was observed. New Violation.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Accumulation of Ice in walk-in freezer. Cleaning needed.
46.711(b)(c)
86
Jan 10, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used. Note: Water was extremely hot at hand wash sink. Cold water faucet observed non-functional. New Violation.
46.132
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the(fillings and peaches), and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. Note: All food must be date marked with the date they were opened on prepared.
46.385(b)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed. Note: Mouse feces observed on floor under ware wash sink, prep tables, under stairs case and pastry storing units located in the basement and under tables and behind equipment in food prep and basement areas.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Notes: Buckets of cake fillings and pastries observed stored directly on the floor inside walk-in cooler and storage area.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
46.152
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on tables throughout facility and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Hand wash sink in the front prep area is not in good repair. Cold water faucet is non-functional. Note: Repair/ replacement needed. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean on and under prep table and baking equipment to remove dust, mouse feces and debris.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Broom and dust pans were stored directly on the floor in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. Cleaning needed.
46.981(d)
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Nov 28, 2023
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towel was not available at the handwash sink in the toilet room and prep area. Note: All hand wash sink must have the following for proper hand washing: soap, warm water and paper towel or hand dryer.
46.823(a)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Several uncovered food( cake batters, fillings, peaches sugar, chocolate pastries, peaches, strawberry filling). Note: All food must be covered or properly wrapped prior to storing.
46.281
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the(fillings and peaches), and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. New Violation.
46.385(b)
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. Note: PIC came at time of inspection.
46.102
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed. Note: Mouse feces observed on floor under ware wash sink and pastry storing units located in the basement and under tables and behind equipment in food prep area.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Notes: Buckets of cake fillings, eggs, food colorings and pastries observed stored directly on the floor inside walk-in cooler and storage area.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
46.152
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Note: Surface is not smooth and easily cleanable in an event of spills.
46.522
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean on and under prep table and baking equipment to remove dust, mouse feces and debris
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cracked wall along basement stairs and above hand wash sink located in basement.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. Cleaning needed.
46.981(d)
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Oct 25, 2023
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the toilet room. Note: All hand wash sink must have the following for proper hand washing: soap, warm water and paper towel or hand dryer. New Violation.
46.823(a)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Several uncovered food( cake batters, sugar, chocolate pastries, peaches, and strawberry filling). Note: All food must be covered or properly wrapped prior to storing.
46.281
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. Note: Resource was give to PIC at time of inspection.
46.102
Management awareness; policy present
Inspector notes: Food facility does not have a Health Awareness Reporting Procedure for food employees. New Violation.
46.111(a)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed. Note: Mouse feces observed on floor under ware wash sink, on basement stairs and pastry storing units located in the basement and under tables and behind equipment in food prep area.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Notes: Buckets of cake fillings, eggs, food colorings and pastries observed stored directly on the floor inside walk-in cooler and storage area.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
46.152
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Note: Surface is not smooth and easily cleanable in an event of spills.
46.522
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean on and under prep table and baking equipment to remove dust and accumulations of debris.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: General floor cleaning and organizing needed throughout the facility. Pay special attention in areas where mouse feces was observed. Remove all loose mouse trips and place them in area away from surfaces where they might come in contact with food or food contacts surfaces.
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. Cleaning needed. New Violation.
46.981(d)
43
Sep 21, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Several uncovered food( cake batters, sugar, chocolate pastries). Note: All food must be covered or properly wrapped prior to storing. New Violation.
46.281
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. Note: Resource was give to PIC at time of inspection. New Violation.
46.102
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed. Note: Mouse feces observed under ware wash sink located in the basement and behind equipment in food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Notes: Buckets of cake fillings and food colorings and pastries observed stored directly on the floor inside walk-in cooler and storage area. New Violation.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints. New Violation.
46.152
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Inspector notes: Clean baking sheets observed being stored on the floor. New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Note: Surface is not smooth and easily cleanable in an event of spills. New Violation.
46.522
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean on and under prep table to remove dust and debris. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cracked wall along basement stairs. New Violation.
46.901
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Amigos Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Amigos Bakery on file is from Sep 3, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Amigos Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Amigos Bakery.

Has Amigos Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Amigos Bakery have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Amigos Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Amigos Bakery is inspected around four times per year on average.