Autozone #3293

2501 S 70Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Other
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Autozone #3293 has three inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 9, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Non-food contact surfaces clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Philadelphia restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: The rear door, an outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Gaps observed around the sides and bottom of the doors. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -The mop sink is heavily soiled.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: -No backflow prevention device observed at the main water inlet. -The faucet for hot water was not observed on the mop sink. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet Room Observations: -Soiled hand sink in the toilet room. -Damaged coving in the toilet room. -Accumulated static dust on the exhaust fan cover. -Moved ceiling tile was put back in place during the inspection. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: -Multiple containers of motor oil observed stored on the ground near the dumpsters. -The dumpster was observed open rather than tightly closed when not in use.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Brooms and dust pans are stored on the floor rather than hanging on utility racks. -The mop is stored in the bucket with soiled water rather than hanging to dry on a utility rack. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
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Feb 1, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Damaged lids observed on some plastic containers used to store prepackaged snacks in the retail area. -Wooden pallets rather than NSF approved dunnage racks make cleaning and inspection difficult.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Debris and dust observed on shelves in the service and rear storage area. -The mop sink is heavily soiled.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: -No backflow prevention device observed at the main water inlet. -The faucet for hot water was not observed on the mop sink.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: There is no lidded can in the employee toilet room for sanitary napkin disposal. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: -Multiple containers of opened motor oil observed stored on the rear landing area near the dumpsters. -The dumpster was observed open rather than tightly closed when not in use. An employee closed the dumpster during the inspection.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Openings in surfaces observed in the rear storage area and the toilet room area. -Damaged floor tiles observed throughout the facility.
46.921
74
Dec 27, 2023
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed in the rear beverage storage area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Damaged lids observed on some plastic containers used to store prepackaged snacks in the retail area. New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Mouse droppings, debris and dust observed on shelves in the rear storage area. For example, over beverage storage pallets. -Dust and debris observed on shelves in the retail area. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: -The water meter was observed leaking onto the floor in the toilet room. -No backflow prevention device observed at the main water inlet. -The faucet for hot water was not observed on the mop sink. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Soiled hand sink in the toilet room. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: -Multiple containers of opened motor oil observed stored on the rear landing area near the dumpsters. -General trash and debris on the ground near the dumpster. -The dumpster was observed open rather than tightly closed when not in use. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Accumulated residue, debris, and stains observed on surfaces (floors and walls) throughout the facility. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The toilet room exhaust fan was not heard operating. There is no window in this toilet room. New Violation.
46.944
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Autozone #3293 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Autozone #3293 on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Autozone #3293?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Autozone #3293.

Has Autozone #3293's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Autozone #3293 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Autozone #3293 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 Autozone #3293 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Autozone #3293 is inspected roughly once per year on average.