Caring for Friends

12271 Townsend Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Other

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Caring for Friends is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 3, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.

“Non-food contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Philadelphia restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2024

Reinspection

5 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Several unused cooking equipment being stored in the kitchen New Violation.

46.671

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: The following were observed: -Light food debris/residue around perimeters of floor in walk-in coolers/freezers -Heavy ice accumulation around perimeters of ceiling, floor, and fan guards of walk-in freezers

46.714

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Slow draining handwash sink in the food prep area New Violation.

46.806(a)

Thermometer provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Food temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper food temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly.

46.561

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.

46.422

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector notes: The following was observed: -Expired heavy cream cheese (8-25-24) -Expired Lime Juice (4-20-24) New Violation.

46.441(5)(6)

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin around the food prep area. New Violation.

46.711(a)

Thermometer provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Food temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper food temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly. New Violation.

46.561

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent (Mouse Droppings) activity observed in the dry storage and rear exit area. New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

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

Inspector notes: Raw wooden palates observed being used for elevation of food in dry storage warehouse area which are not smooth and easily cleanable.

46.522

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: The following were observed: -Food debris on lower exterior surfaces of shelving units in food prep area -Light food debris/residue around perimeters of floor in walk-in coolers/freezers -Heavy ice accumulation around perimeters of ceiling, floor, and fan guards of walk-in freezers New Violation.

46.714

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: 9 lights out under hood systems New Violation.

46.943

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caring for Friends last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caring for Friends on file is from Dec 3, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caring for Friends?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caring for Friends.

Has Caring for Friends' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Caring for Friends have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Caring for Friends means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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