Cousin's Burger
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
52
Score
Public records currently show only two inspections for Cousin's Burger. Cousin's Burger was last inspected on Dec 30, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 12 violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 11 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The employee on site must obtain the Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Philadelphia Department. The application was emailed to management.
46.103
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. New Violation.
46.561
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Front door left open without screening is an outer opening in the food facility and it does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employee observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints. New Violation.
46.152
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on equipment and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Hand washing sink is not properly sealed against the wall at the rear prep area. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Mouse feces observed on the lower shelves at the front prep area. Soil accumulations observed on shelves at the front and rear prep areas. Interior walk-in cooler surfaces and racks need cleaning. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: No utility sink observed on site for the proper disposal of dirty mop water. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dust observed on the ventilation cover at the ceiling of the toilet room. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash and debris observed on the floor surfaces at the front refuse area. Several trash bags are not stored inside trash containers with lids. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Acoustic drop ceiling tiles observed in the food prep areas. Water stained drop ceiling tiles observed in the rear dining area. A hole observed in the wall of the front prep area (behind equipment). New Violation.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Light bulb is not shielded from breakage inside the walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.922(a)
52
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Establishment said not to be using pizza oven or gas burner cook top - if establishment moved equipment from establishment a Plan Review submission for modification will be required Rusting observed on storage racks located in walk-in cooler New Violation.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Handsink in guest restroom loosely fitted/not sealed to wall New Violation.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: No lidded trashcan observed in restroom for disposal of women's sanitary products New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning needed floors, walls and steps exterior of rear exit to shared hall space New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Exhaust hood system not operational and is required for food items listed on menu New Violation.
46.614
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cousin's Burger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cousin's Burger on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
Has Cousin's Burger's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cousin's Burger have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cousin's Burger 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.
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