Capital Beer
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
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Score
Capital Beer appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 15 violations per visit versus roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
5
Critical latest
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Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
5 critical violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: Opened cans of soy sauces observed on floor in food prep area. New Violation.
46.201
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Multiple uncovered foods inside walk-in cooler and uncover egg rolls observed inside reach-in cooler. These items are not protected against contamination. New Violation.
46.281
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Employee coat observed laying on dry storage food rack. New Violation.
46.1041
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Multiple open employee's beverage container was observed in a food preparation area. New Violation.
46.151(a)
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water delay observed at handwash sink in restroom. New Violation.
46.805
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: - Small lidded trash can is needed in restroom for female sanitary napkins. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed an idle broom and dust pan in the food prep area and not elevated when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Shrimp being thawed using an unapproved method. Food observed thawing at room temperature in food prep sink. Food observed thawing in standing water. New Violation.
46.383
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage container (oil, water) was not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.
46.282
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: - Beverages (beer) was observed not being stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the back storage area. - Buckets with soy sauce contents observed stored on floor in food prep area. - Observed frozen food items being stored in plastic bags instead of food grade zip-lock bag. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on food prep counter and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Take-out containers observed not inverted to prevent contamination. New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Observed soda crates being used to elevate beverages off the floor. - Reach-in cooler in food prep area observed draining into can stored on floor. - Reach-in chest freezer lid observed off hinges when opening. - Non-commercial cooking equipment observed: Air fryer, 2 hanging wood shelves in the kitchen area, Zojirushi water boiler and Instant Pot. - Seasoning shelf in the kitchen area near the handwashing sink. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Hood observed soiled with oil accumulations. Cleaning is needed. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
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Mar 31, 2025
Routine
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage container (flour) was not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.
46.282
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages (beer) was observed not being stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.321
In-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Common bowl/food container observed without a handle in direct contact with bulk food ingredient (rice). **The container was removed at the time of the inspection.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Reach-down freezer lids in at the sushi area and in the basement observed damaged/broken. - Ice buildup observed in the basement reach-down chest freezer with the double lids. - Ice buildup observed in the bagged ice chest freezer.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: A 1 inch minimum air gap lacks at indirect drainline of the food prep sink.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of static dust on the vent in the restroom closest to the basement.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed an idle broom and dust pan in the kitchen area instead of elevated at the mop sink/utility area when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
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Jan 3, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge cannot produce records showing the raw fish has been frozen as required in the PA Food Code before service: PIC corrected on site by providing written documentation for deep-freezing of raw product for at least 7 days (delivered on 12/22/23).
46.364(c)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Equipment repair: reach-down freezer lids in basement observed defective; ice buildup observed in 1 basement freezer chest. Equipment adjustment: food equipment does not meet NSF or ANSI-Sanitation standards- Zojirushi water boiler and Instant Pot
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Equipment needs cleaning: grease droplets over catch pan at exhaust hood filters; metal side of fryer (next to soup steamer); exterior of grease trap in basement; spilled food debris between kitchen freezer chest & prep unit.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: A 1 inch minimum air gap lacks at indirect drainline of the food prep sink.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Trash containers in restrooms need emptying. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Grease and burned debris observed on used cooking oil container outside. Small, open container of cooking oil observed outside.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Premises: (cleaning)- debris/grease observed on floor under cooking equipment; some grease and liquid observed on basement floor; metal wall panel round mop sink needs cleaning; stained ceiling in warewashing/prep area.; greasy metal ceiling panel near fire extinguisher.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Dim lighting observed in large food and beer walk-in cooler.
46.943
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Oct 27, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff food (raw fish) was observed stored above pans of cooked food for customers. *PIC relocated fish to a bottom shelf.
46.281
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Inside of rice cooker (used for fried rice) was not being cleaned at least once daily. New Violation.
46.713
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals: entry door observed open/unscreened. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Two containers of tofu observed in walk-in cooler were not elevated at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Equipment repair: reach-down freezer lids in basement observed defective; ice buildup observed in sushi-bar area 3-door reach-in freezer and 1 basement freezer (need defrosting). New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Equipment needs cleaning: grease droplets over catch pan at exhaust hood filters; interior of fried rice warmer; metal side and backsplash panels near woks/fryer; exterior of rice cooker under hood; bottom/inside of Migali 2-door freezer; metal storage table in kitchen; outside of white, bulk ingredient bins; grease trap in basement; spilled food debris between kitchen freezer chest & prep unit. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: A 1 inch minimum air gap lacks at indirect drainline of the food prep sink and condensate line from ice maker.
46.822
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Grease and debris observed on used cooking oil container outside. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Premises: (cleaning)- grease observed on floor under cooking equipment and under grease trap in basement; floor needs general cleaning under cooking equipment; metal wall panel round mop sink needs cleaning; stained ceiling warewashing/prep area.; greasy metal ceiling panel near fire extinguisher.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Dim lighting observed in food and beer walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.943
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Capital Beer last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Capital Beer on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Capital Beer?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Capital Beer.
Has Capital Beer's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Capital Beer have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Capital Beer 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 Capital Beer inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Capital Beer is inspected around two times per year on average.
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