Queens of Barbecue

1801 W Pike St, Philadelphia, PA 19140

American

Last inspected: Aug 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 1, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Queens of Barbecue's latest score of 90 sits above the Philadelphia average of 72. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 1, 2025

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Raw wood observed to stabilize food prep table. New Violation.

46.522

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Unsealed gaps observed along the rear door perimeter. New Violation.

46.901

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses

Inspector notes: Unapproved Commissary (Bestway foods, 912 E Lycoming Street), no cooking is permitted at the location. *Commissary form provided to PIC on 10/8/2024.* New Violation.

46.102

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Gaps observed along perimeter of rear exit door. *Seal gaps where needed.* New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled

Inspector notes: Food equipment and utensils observed being stored on direct floor surface. *Food equipment and utensils should not be stored on floor surfaces.* New Violation.

46.774

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Broom and dust pan should be elevated on a utility rack. New Violation.

46.981(e)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Queens of Barbecue last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Queens of Barbecue on file is from Aug 1, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Queens of Barbecue's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Queens of Barbecue have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Queens of Barbecue 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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