City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
47
Score
City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 24, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwash sink at the kitchen area. Soap was provided, while on site.
46.941(a)-(e)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Management must obtain a Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Philadelphia Health Department. An application was emailed to management.
46.103
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible inside refrigeration units. New Violation.
46.59
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Gaps in the front doors and the basement exit doors are outer openings in the food facility and it 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 and beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the basement floor. New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The stainless steel counter at the ware washing area is not properly sealed against the wall. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and soil accumulations observed on the exterior surfaces of the cooking equipment and shelves of the basement kitchen. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: The hot water tanks were not distributing adequate hot water (at 75.6 degrees F). Hot water measured at room temperature. The Chef had to reignite the pilot light of the hot water tanks, while on site. New Violation.
46.805
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Water observed dripping from the drain line of the hand washing sink at kitchen area. The hand washing sink at the ware washing area is clogged. The garbage disposal unit at the ware washing area is clogged. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dust observed on the ventilation cover at the ceiling of employee toilet room. Dust observed on the ventilation covers at the ceiling of both toilet rooms in the basement. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mouse feces observed on the floor perimeters on the 1st and the basement areas throughout the facility. Dust observed on drop ceiling tiles at the kitchen and ware washing areas. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights are missing from the linen closet. New Violation.
46.943
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Oct 9, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Black residue observed on the interior of the ice machine bin in the coffee prep/beverage prep area. Corrective action; PIC discontinued use of ice and ice machine and began properly cleaning the ice machine during the inspection.
46.711(a)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46.672
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Observed slight dust and stains on the shelving racks in the bar area near the coffee machine.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Observed dust and debris on the floor perimeters in the front bar, rear event bar, basement event bar, rear boiler room, and rear dry storage areas.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
78
Feb 15, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the hand wash sink at rear bar area. Paper towels provided, while on site.
46.941(a)-(e)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Interior surfaces of reach-in refrigerators at the bars is needed.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Faucet nozzle is missing from sink at bar.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris and dust observed on the floor perimeter surfaces of the bars. Debris accumulations observed on wall and ceiling surfaces of the ware washing area.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: The base of the front entrance and rear basement sliding gates are outer openings in the food facility and it does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
46.922(e)(f)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Crates are used for storage, instead of approved shelving at the food prep and the basement wine closet areas. Defective cabinet doors observed at the main bar area. Seams in bar counters are not sealed.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks chlorine sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration of ware washing machine. New Violation.
46.634
64
Jan 9, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the hand wash at the ware washing area. The manager provided paper towels, while on site.
46.941(a)-(e)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Mouse feces observed on the floor perimeters of the utility room/closet, 1st floor wine closet, winery room, dressing/stage room, tasting room, catering/event room, and Green room areas.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Beverages are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor inside Green room and wine closet. New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Crates are used for storage, instead of approved shelving at the food prep and the basement wine closet areas. Defective cabinet doors observed at the main bar area.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Interior surfaces of reach-in refrigerator at the small bar is needed. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Water observed dripping from the drain lines of ware washing sinks at the rear bar and basement ware washing areas.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris, dust, and mouse feces observed on the floor perimeter surfaces of rear bar, wine closets, catering room, tasting room, dressing room/closets, utility rooms, and green room areas. Debris accumulations observed on ceiling surfaces of the ware washing area.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
64
Nov 29, 2023
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: The base of the front entrance and rear basement sliding gates are outer openings in the food facility and it does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The stainless steel counter is not properly sealed against the wall at the ware washing area. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and soil accumulations observed on the exterior cooking equipment surfaces in the kitchen. Interior surfaces of the green room in the basement area needs cleaning. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Water observed dripping from the drain line of ware washing sink at the ware washing room inside the basement. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A defective toilet observed inside the toilet room women. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris, dust, and mouse feces observed on the floor perimeter surfaces of rear bar, wine closets, tasting room, food prep, dressing room, utility room, and green room areas. Debris accumulations observed on the wall and ceiling surfaces of the ware washing and food prep areas. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
74
May 9, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, was located inside the prep refrigerator, and was not date marked. The chef on site labeled items, while on site.
46.385(b)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
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. The food certificate application was emailed to the chef, while on site.
46.103
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: The base of the front entrance and rear basement doors are outer openings in the food facility and it 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: Beverages are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor inside the Green room. New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Food was removed and discarded from the defective food prep refrigerator measured at 58 degrees F. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and soil accumulations observed on the exterior cooking equipment surfaces in the kitchen. Interior surfaces of the green room in the basement area needs cleaning. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris and dust observed on the floor surfaces of the storage rooms, walk-in cooler, utility room, and storage/closet areas. Debris accumulations observed on the wall and ceiling surfaces of the ware washing and food prep areas. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District.
Has City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District 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 City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, City Winery Philadelphia @ Fashion District is inspected around two times per year on average.
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