Bottle Bar East
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
39
Score
Across the available record, Bottle Bar East has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 22, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
“Insects, rodents & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Philadelphia facility scores 72, putting Bottle Bar East on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
4
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: - The handwashing sink in the food prep area and bar area did not have paper towels at time of the inspection. Sanitarian advised operator to replenish paper towels at the handwashing sinks during the inspection. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: - Observed raw chicken and beef stored above vegetables inside of the reach-in refrigerator in the food prep area. Corrective action; Operator moved the food items to appropriate shelves by the end of the inspection.
46.281
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food (sliced tomato, lettuce, chicken) was held at ~46.9 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required inside of the cold-holding prep unit in the food prep area. Sanitarian advised operator to discontinue use of food items stored inside of cold-holding prep unit and to service the equipment during the inspection. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat food, located in the cold-holding prep unit, was not marked with the date it was opened. Sanitarian advised operator to place date marks on food items or to discontinue use of food items held for longer than 48 hours without a date mark during the inspection. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulations of black and brown residue on the interior of the ice machine bin. Sanitarian advised operator to discontinue use of ice and the ice machine to properly clean and sanitize the equipment during the inspection. New Violation.
46.712
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: - Observed swarms of small flies in the bar area at time of inspection. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Observed the cold-holding prep unit in the food prep area not holding food items at proper cold holding temperature at time of inspection. Sanitarian advised operator to discontinue use of potentially hazardous food items stored inside of cold-holding prep unit and to service the equipment during the inspection. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Observed dust and rust on shelving surfaces in the ware washing area. - Observed food residue and debris accumulated on the interior surfaces of the cold-holding prep unit and under-counter refrigeration units in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Brooms and dustpans observed idle on the floor rather than properly elevated in a designated space when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. New Violation.
46.981(d)
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Sep 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers in the warewashing, bar and kitchen areas, used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies, were not marked with the common name of the chemical. *PIC corrected on site*
46.1002
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Multiple holes observed in walls throughout the facility (large openings in wall where the onions are stored, and in the wall at rear refuse area of facility) New Violation.
46.921
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Gap observed in the rear exit door to behind building. This outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food items/ drinks are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the retail and bar area. New Violation.
46.321
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Knives, forks and spoons that are not prewrapped shall be presented so that only the handles are touched by employees and by consumers if consumer self-service is provided. New Violation.
46.775
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -observed cardboard lining being used in the bar area on shelving -observed old dirty rags being used to line shelving in the kitchen prep area New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -heavy grease accumulation observed leaking down the exhaust hood and onto kitchen shelf. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water was delayed at the employee restroom New Violation.
46.805
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed leak in the pipes of the kitchen handwashing sink (another handwash sink was available for employees to properly wash their hands within 25 feet at the bar area). New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
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Aug 24, 2023
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed damaged kickplate on the reach-in freezer. New Violation.
46.544(a)-(d)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed expired test strips behind the bar area.
46.634
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed slow draining handwashing sink in the upper restroom. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on the floor under the cooking equipment.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Jul 21, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 100 ppm, rather than 200 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. **Additional tablets were added to the solution to increase the concentration at the time of the inspection.
46.674(d)(e)
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. **Sanitarian emailed a copy of the Food Safety Certificate Application to the person in charge.
46.103
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings/dead bodies) observed in the under equipment. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Food/Beverage contact surface of beer is not smooth, easily cleanable and resistant to pitting, cracking, or scratching. New Violation.
46.521
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration; observed expired/water damaged test strips. New Violation.
46.634
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Facility lacks a utility sink. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of static dust on the vents in borh restrooms. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed mouse droppings under the prep table in the kitchen near the fryers. - Observed mouse droppings and debris behind the movable under-counter refrigerator near the bar area. - Observed food debris on the floor under the shelf containing cutting boards and onions. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bottle Bar East last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bottle Bar East on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bottle Bar East?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bottle Bar East.
Has Bottle Bar East's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bottle Bar East have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bottle Bar East means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Bottle Bar East inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bottle Bar East is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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