Deluxe Donuts Shop

5241 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Deluxe Donuts Shop. Deluxe Donuts Shop was last inspected on Nov 12, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around seven violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food separated & protected”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Reinspection

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food separated & protected

Inspector notes: Packages of raw meat were stored on a shelf over boxes of hot dogs and raw vegetables in the grill area refrigerator. Raw meats should never be stored over other foods.

46.281

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

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

46.304

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Spoon used to stir coffee is stored in a cup of plain water. These need to be washed and sanitized every 4 hours.

46.302

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Equipment Cleaning: **Mouse droppings observed on shelving under table where smoothies are made. **Mouse droppings seen inside the unused glass case.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Interior surfaces: smooth, easy to clean, and in good condition **There is low grout between floor tiles in areas. **There are open gaps between the wall and floor under the middle wall. Please seal this area as it may be nesting mice. New Violation.

46.901

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: The cold prep refrigerator is not working currently and the standing refrigerator is overfilled. New Violation.

46.384(c)(d)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent droppings observed in food prep area. New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the front room.

46.941(a)-(e)

Food separated & protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food storage: protection from contamination **Cases of soda are stored on racks within 12 inches of hand sink and 3 basin sink. Moved. **A covered container of raw chicken was stored on a shelf above sleeves of american cheese. Moved.

46.281

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Water is leaking from the water line to the hand sink in the rear room. New Violation.

46.822

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: There is an unsealed gap around the plumbing line from the grease trap. New Violation.

46.901

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: Sponges observed in the 3 Basin Sink being used to clean food contact surfaces. Sponges can hold bacteria and are not recommended by the Health Department for use in commercial kitchens. **Sponges are not satisfactory as they can hold bacteria New Violation.

46.521(f)

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Spoon used to stir coffee is stored in a cup of plain water. These need to be washed and sanitized every 4 hours. New Violation.

46.302

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

Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.

46.672

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Deluxe Donuts Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Deluxe Donuts Shop on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Deluxe Donuts Shop?

Across the inspection record, “food separated & protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Deluxe Donuts Shop.

Has Deluxe Donuts Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Deluxe Donuts Shop have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Deluxe Donuts Shop means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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