Aurora Grace

517 S 5Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Aurora Grace, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 20, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Aurora Grace is doing better than most peers. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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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 20, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: A defective food prep refrigerator observed in the prep area is not in use. The garbage disposal unit is not in use because of defective electrical connection. Milk crates are used for item storage, instead of approved shelves. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on shelf and equipment surfaces at the prep area. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dust accumulations observed on the ventilation unit at the ceiling of 1 of the 2 toilet rooms. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The basement storage area wall surfaces are not smooth and easily cleanable surfaces. New Violation.
46.921
82
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The interior of the light fixture located in one of two restrooms was in need of cleaning due to dust accumulation. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The handwashing sink located in one of two restrooms was not properly sealed to its adjoining wall. New Violation.
46.652
90
Oct 26, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice build-up was observed in one chest freezer located in the basement area. New Violation.
46.714
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aurora Grace last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aurora Grace on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aurora Grace?

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

Has Aurora Grace's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Aurora Grace have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aurora Grace means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Aurora Grace inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Aurora Grace is inspected roughly once per year on average.