Baltimore Beer & Deli
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
74
Score
Baltimore Beer & Deli has been inspected five times since 2024. Baltimore Beer & Deli was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
“Non-food contact surfaces clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Philadelphia restaurants. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed a non-NSF/ANSI-approved EZ-Cook unit to dispense hot water for prepared noodles.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Food debris on the floor perimeter inside the walk-in cooler storing food. -Corrosion on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A trashcan without a lid was observed in the all-gender toilet room.
46.882(b)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the cashier/food prep area. New Violation.
46.321
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Unused kitchen equipment: a small three-bay sink, a hot buffet bar, a wok range, a slushy machine and and an ice machine. -Cardboard boxes on the floor throughout the facility. -Accumulation of clutter in the food prep, storage areas and in the employee toilet room.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observations: -Employee owned equipment, including containers, pans, and an air fryer, was observed in the food preparation area. -Employee food items were stored in both the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer.
46.963
74
Nov 26, 2025
Reinspection
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken was observed stored adjacent to onion rings and fries in the chest freezer. *The person in charge relocated the raw chicken to the walk-in freezer during the inspection.
46.281
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Spray bottle in the storage area were not marked with the common name of the chemical. *The person in charge was instructed to label it with the common name of the chemical. New Violation.
46.1001
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the warewash area was blocked by containers and kitchen utensils, making it inaccessible for employee use at all times. *Person in charge removed all the containers and kitchen utensils during the inspection.
46.825(a)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Moldy pineapple was observed inside the walk-in cooler in the area designated for customer food. *The person in charge discarded the pineapple during the inspection.
46.201
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Black residue and pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin around damper. *Person in charge was instructed to take immediate corrective actions. New Violation.
46.731
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Brooms observed on the floor and not stored elevated in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: -Employee-owned equipment, including containers, pans, and an air fryer, was observed in the food preparation area. -Employee food items were stored in both the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer.
46.963
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (fresh mouse droppings) observed in the food prep area.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed a non-NSF/ANSI-approved EZ-Cook unit to dispense hot water for prepared noodles.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Food debris was observed on the floor of the walk-in freezer and on the bottom part of the reach-in refrigerator being used to store dry food. -Dust accumulation was observed along the floor perimeter inside the walk-in cooler used for beverage storage.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A trashcan without a lid was observed in the all-gender toilet room.
46.882(b)
37
Sep 26, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the toilet room. *Person in charge was instructed to take immediate corrective actions. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Proper date marking & disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cut watermelon held for more than 48 hours in the walk-in cooler was not date marked. *The person in charge date-marked the watermelon during the inspection.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces.. *Person in charge was instructed to take immediate corrective actions. New Violation.
46.731
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent (fresh mouse droppings) and insect (brown-banded cockroach) activity observed in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Plastic crates were being used to elevate food inside the walk-in cooler storing beverages, as well as in the storage area. New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food debris was observed on the floor of the walk-in freezer. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A trashcan without a lid was observed in the all-gender toilet room. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Unused kitchen equipment: a small three-bay sink, a hot buffet bar, and a wok range. -Cardboard boxes on the floor throughout the facility. -Fresh mouse dropping observed on the unused wok range. -A live brown-banded cockroach near the three-bay sink. -Accumulation of clutter in the food prep and storage areas. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The ventilation system in the toilet room was not functioning during the inspection. New Violation.
46.944
50
May 30, 2024
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: - Beer observed on floor of Walk in Cooler and not 6 inches above floor - Beer observed on Milk crates inside Walk in Coolers (Rear & Front) Walk in Coolers
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Sponges observed in the washing sink being used to clean food contact surfaces. *Sponges may not be used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces. New Violation.
46.521(f)
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: -Spoon for stirring coffee observed stored in a cup in stagnant water rather than running water at least a temperature of 135degree F or higher. -Food dispensing utensil in the bulk container of flour observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46.672
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - Burnt out light observed in Exit Door Hallway * Near Fire System - Burnt out lights observed inside Beverage Unit/Beverage Walk in Cooler
46.943
78
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: - Food Prep Sink observed, but 1/2 inch air gap not observed. Pipe observed inside funnel under Food Prep Sink * Space is needed between pipe and funnel (1/2 inch space is needed between pipe and funnel) New Violation.
46.301
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: - Non date marked foods (Collard Greens, Chicken, Chicken Gizzards, Pasta, Deli Meats) in Walk in Coolers, Walk in Freezer and Deep Freezers New Violation.
46.385(b)
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: - Please label person foods as such New Violation.
46.422
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: - Fresh and Old mice feces observed in Cup Storage Area (Side of Rear Walk in Cooler Area) * Inside Wok Pan, On Top of Containers in Boxes, On Cardboard Boxes New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: - Beer observed on floor of Walk in Cooler and not 6 inches above floor - Beer observed on Milk crates inside Walk in Coolers (Rear & Front) Walk in Coolers New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
46.672
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: - Food Prep Sink observed, but 1/2 inch air gap not observed. Pipe observed inside funnel under Food Prep Sink * Space is needed between pipe and funnel (1/2 inch space is needed between pipe and funnel) New Violation.
46.676(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Clean dust from Front Walk in Cooler Rear Wall * Near vent - Defrost Walk in Freezer Pipes * Black pads/covering observed on pipes New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Old Mice feces observed in Cup Storage Area (Side of Rear Walk in Cooler) * Inside Wok Pan, On Top of Containers in Boxes, On Cardboard Boxes New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - Burnt out light observed in Exit Door Hallway * Near Fire System - Burnt out lights observed inside 10 Door Beverage Unit/Beverage Walk in Cooler New Violation.
46.943
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Baltimore Beer & Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Baltimore Beer & Deli on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Baltimore Beer & Deli?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Baltimore Beer & Deli.
Has Baltimore Beer & Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Baltimore Beer & Deli have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Baltimore Beer & Deli 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 Baltimore Beer & Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Baltimore Beer & Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.
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