D & C Meadowlane BBQ

3642 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140

American

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

D & C Meadowlane BBQ has been inspected four times since 2023. D & C Meadowlane BBQ was last inspected on Mar 25, 2026. 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 five violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to the broader Philadelphia restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Milk crates being used for elevation. New Violation.

46.522

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Ice accumulation present on internal surfaces of the chest freezer. New Violation.

46.714

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: 1 burnt out light observed under the exhaust hood. New Violation.

46.943

Sep 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (Various sliced fruits), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walk-in cooler area, was not date marked. New Violation.

46.385(b)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (Flies) observed in the food prep area. *Advised to contact pest control management.* New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

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

Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -3 Non NSF/ANSI chest freezers -Reach-in refrigeration unit not maintaining 41 degrees F or below as required. *Do not store any potentially hazardous food in the unit until it can maintain 41 degrees or below.* New Violation.

46.671

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Debris along floor perimeter under shelving in the walk-in cooler area. New Violation.

46.714

Feb 15, 2024

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: Non Food grade bags being used to store fruit in chest freezers. New Violation.

46.321

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

Inspector notes: 3 Non NSF/ANSI chest freezers New Violation.

46.671

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Residue and debris on internal surfaces of chest freezers. New Violation.

46.714

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Static dust accumulation present on fan cover in restroom area. New Violation.

46.981(b)(i)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Debris along floor perimeter under steam tables in the food prep and warewashing areas. -Dust and debris along floor perimeter of basement area. -Old mouse droppings on floor in basement area. -Wet floor basement area. New Violation.

46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting in basement area. New Violation.

46.943

Aug 2, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (mc & cheese, beans, sweet potatoes), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the refrigerator, was not date marked. New Violation.

46.385(b)

Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A City Food Safety Certificate was not observed in the facility at time of inspection. Application was emailed to the

46.103

Thermometer provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible. New Violation.

46.561

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food were not properly labeled in the refrigerator. New Violation.

46.282

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed throughout the facility. The person in charge was advised to contact an exterminator New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.

46.321

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.

46.304

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

Inspector notes: Crates were used to support beverages in the kitchen. New Violation.

46.521

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. New Violation.

46.921

Frequently Asked Questions

When was D & C Meadowlane BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at D & C Meadowlane BBQ on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at D & C Meadowlane BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at D & C Meadowlane BBQ.

Has D & C Meadowlane BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at D & C Meadowlane BBQ have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at D & C Meadowlane BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is D & C Meadowlane BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, D & C Meadowlane BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.

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