Crimson Deli
Last inspected: May 31, 2025
74
Score
Public records show five inspections at Crimson Deli stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from May 31, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average is 72, putting Crimson Deli squarely in typical territory. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 31, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Food utensil (ice cream scooper) and single-use container stored inside the handwash sink located in the front food prep area. -Food employee rinse his face and spit inside the handwash sink while utensil and food container was inside the handwash sink located in the front food prep area. New Violation.
46.825(a)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Food employee relocated unclean utensil (i.e. ice cream scooper) previously stored in the handwash sink, into drop bin with clean utensil (i.e. ice cream scooper) without first wash, rinse and sanitize the unclean utensil. -Sanitize solution dispenser device not properly working. the quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 ppm, rather than 200 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. -No chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to use. **Health Sanitarian advised person in charge of proper sanitization method, process but, person in charge choose not to follow instructions given by Health Sanitarian at time of inspection.** New Violation.
46.731
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non-operational equipment observed ( open display case, soda dispenser, reach-in refrigeration unit). -Observed sanitize solution dispenser device not properly working. New Violation.
46.671
74
Apr 1, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non-operational equipment observed ( open display case, soda dispenser, reach-in refrigeration unit).
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Ice accumulation observed in the ice cream freezer unit. - Cardboard observed in use as liner on racks in walk-in cooler. -Debris observed on floor surface of walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop observed in mop bucket and not hung to allow for proper air drying when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(f)
86
Jan 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paper towel was not available at the hand wash sink in the food prep area. * Paper towel was provided.
46.825(a)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Water stained ceiling tile observed in retail area. New Violation.
46.921
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non-operational equipment observed ( open display case, soda dispenser, reach-in refrigeration unit). New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Ice accumulation observed in the ice cream freezer unit. - Cardboard observed in use as liner in walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dust accumulation observed on restroom ceiling vent. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
70
Jul 19, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Non-operational reach-in unit observed. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation observed in the ice cream freezer unit. New Violation.
46.714
90
Jun 14, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the food prep area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Expired baby food observed on shelving in the retail area Exp May 2023 *Items discarded during inspection.
46.201
Proper cold holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food (sandwiches, fruits) was held at 58 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. *Items discarded. stop use of cold display unit until fixed
46.385(a)(2)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.1021
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: Philadelphia Food Safety Application not observed for the person in charge. *Application Emailed New Violation.
46.103
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard observed lining the shelving in the walk-in cooler unit. New Violation.
46.522
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Indirectly drained food prep sink with two inch air gap not observed for the proper washing of fruits and vegetables. New Violation.
46.863
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Dust observed on vent cover in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Stained and missing ceiling tile in retail area New Violation.
46.921
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Crimson Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Crimson Deli on file is from May 31, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Crimson Deli?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Crimson Deli.
Has Crimson Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Crimson Deli have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Crimson Deli means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Crimson Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Crimson Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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