Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
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Score
Inspectors have visited Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 five times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Non-food contact surfaces clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 scores about where you'd expect for a Philadelphia restaurant. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed loose, uncontained packets of rodenticides throughout the storage areas. Corrective action; PIC removed the loose rodenticides during the inspection.
46.1026
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Observed wood and table legs supporting a reach-in freezer in the food prep area. - Observed non-NSF/ANSI approved reach-in refrigerators and freezers in the facility. - Observed one out-of-use reach-in refrigerator in the prep area.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Observed residue, debris, and rust on interior surfaces and shelving surfaces of reach-in refrigerators and reach-in freezers in the food prep area. - Observed rust on shelving rack surfaces throughout the facility. - Observed ice accumulations on interior surfaces of chest freezer and reach-in freezer.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed stains on wall and ceiling tile surfaces throughout the facility. - Observed residue and debris on the floor perimeters and in-between equipment throughout the facility.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Mar 6, 2026
Reinspection
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Observed closet racks used as shelving surfaces above the 3-bay ware washing sink. - Observed cardboard lining shelving surfaces throughout the facility.
46.521
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Observed residue, debris, and rust on interior surfaces and shelving surfaces of reach-in refrigerators and reach-in freezers in the food prep area. - Observed rust on shelving rack surfaces throughout the facility. - Observed ice accumulations on interior surfaces of chest freezer and reach-in freezer.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a non-food grade hose in the facility for supplying mobile unit water tanks. Corrective action; PIC replaced the hose with a food-grade hose at the end of the inspection.
46.821
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed stains on wall and ceiling tile surfaces throughout the facility. - Observed residue and debris on the floor perimeters and in between equipment throughout the facility.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
82
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: - Observed food items in direct contact with non-food grade containers/coverings (plastic grocery bags with print, sauces contained in a home depot bucket). New Violation.
46.201
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used. Food employees not properly washing hands, as handwashing aides were not available at the handwashing sink. Sanitarian advised PIC to replenish handwashing aides at the handwashing sink and advise food employees of proper handwashing methods during the inspection. New Violation.
46.132
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: - Soap and paper towels were not available at the handwashing sink in the prep/ware washing area or employee restroom. Sanitarian advised PIC to replenish handwashing aides at the handwashing sinks during the inspection. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: - Observed food prep equipment (in use) stored on prep counters next to mouse droppings throughout the prep areas. - Observed food items (chicken) stored inside of reach-in refrigerator with accumulations of mouse droppings on the interior surfaces of the equipment. New Violation.
46.301
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: - Observed PHF items (chicken, lettuce) stored inside reach-in refrigerators at ~49.5-50.1 degrees F, rather than 40.1 degrees F or below as required. Sanitarian advised PIC to discontinue use of food items held outside of proper cold-holding temperature and to service refrigeration units during the inspection. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
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 storage areas. Sanitarian advised PIC to separate chemical storage during the inspection. New Violation.
46.1021
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
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. PIC was not present at time of inspection. Corrective action; Designated PIC arrived by the end of the inspection.
46.101
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Black and brown residue observed on the interior of the ice machine bin. Sanitarian advised PIC to discard ice and discontinue use of ice machine until it is properly cleaned and sanitized. New Violation.
46.712
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food and equipment are not available or readily accessible. New Violation.
46.632
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: - Observed evidence of rodent activity throughout the facility (live mouse, mouse droppings, rat droppings). New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Observed wood and table legs supporting a reach-in freezer in the food prep area. - Observed non-NSF/ANSI approved reach-in refrigerators and freezers in the facility. - Observed reach-in refrigerator not holding food items at proper cold-holding temperature during the inspection. Sanitarian advised PIC to service equipment and discontinue use of equipment and food items stored inside out of proper cold-holding temperature during the inspection. - Observed damaged sliding doors on a reach-in refrigerator in the food prep area. - Observed a leak from faucet at the handwashing sink. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Observed heavy accumulations of food residue, debris, and rust on interior surfaces and shelving surfaces of reach-in refrigerators and reach-in freezers in the food prep area. - Observed accumulations of mouse droppings on shelving surfaces in the storage, food prep, and ware washing areas throughout the facility. - Observed mouse droppings inside of boxes and on top of bulk container lids in the storage areas. - Observed mouse droppings on lids of chest freezers and inside of a reach-in refrigerator during the inspection. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed gaps in ceiling tiles and missing ceiling tiles throughout the facility. New Violation.
46.921
26
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the bathroom and kitchen area to remind food employees to wash their hands. PIC added during time of inspection.
46.981(h)
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. New Violation.
46.103
78
Dec 21, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay ware washing sink was 100 ppm, rather than 200-400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. **Person in Charge (PIC) added more tablets to the water, and the concentration of the solution later measured at 300 ppm.
46.674(d)(e)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: No light observed in the "Victory" reach-in refrigerator. New Violation.
46.943
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting board (on the drying rack above the food prep sink) observed with deep scratches and scoring, not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dusty ceiling vent cover observed in the restroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Debris and dust observed along the wall/floor junctures. -Soil and grease accumulation observed on the floor around oil containers near the front garage door. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5.
Has Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 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 Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Asad Khan / Commissary #B-5 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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