Azouz Deli

2953 N 24Th St A, Philadelphia, PA 19132

American

Last inspected: Sep 5, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Azouz Deli has been inspected three times since 2024. Azouz Deli was last inspected on Sep 5, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

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

The pattern that stands out is “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 5, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the restroom area. New Violation.

46.941(a)-(e)

Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector notes: Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used. New Violation.

46.132

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: No hot water observed in the restroom area. Water measured at 75 degrees F instead of a min 100 degrees F. New Violation.

46.805

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: No trash cans with lids observed. New Violation.

46.884

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Trash and debris along the perimeter of the retail area. -Construction pipes and rubble observed in the basement area. New Violation.

46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (House Flies) observed. New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Inoperable chest freezer and walk-in cooler New Violation.

46.671

Feb 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the restroom area. -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the restroom area to remind food employees to wash their hands. -Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the restroom area. New Violation.

46.941(a)-(e)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Front door observed open without a protective screen, not protecting against the entry of insects, animals, and rodents. New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: Drinks is 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: Inoperable chest freezer and walk-in cooler observed. New Violation.

46.671

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Hot water was not observed in the restroom area. Water measured at 60 degrees F instead of a min 100 degrees F. New Violation.

46.805

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Sewage water observed leaking in the basement area. New Violation.

46.822

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Restroom door observed not self closing. New Violation.

46.922(d)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Broom and dust pan not elevated on a utility rack. New Violation.

46.981(e)(m)

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting in front of restroom area. New Violation.

46.943

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Azouz Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Azouz Deli on file is from Sep 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Azouz Deli?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Azouz Deli.

Has Azouz Deli's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Azouz Deli have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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