Don Polo

7301 Rockwell St, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026

Score

High Risk

Don Polo appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. On Apr 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

“Proper cold holding temperature” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 10, 2026

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Proper cold holding temperature

Inspector notes: Eggs were observed at 75 degrees F. Note: The person in charge was instructed to discard the eggs. New Violation.

46.385(a)(2)

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector notes: Deli meats and cheeses were not date-marked when they were opened. Note: The person in charge was instructed to date mark the food appropriately. New Violation.

46.385(b)

Food separated & protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw chicken and prepared food were observed at the three-compartment sink area. Note: The person in charge was instructed to remove the food and sanitize the area.

46.281

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

Inspector notes: The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code regarding temperature control and the separation of food and equipment. Note: The person in charge was instructed to time log food appropriately or maintain food at 41 degrees F. New Violation.

46.102

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Brooms and dust pans were observed on the floor. New Violation.

46.981(e)(m)

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: The cold display unit was observed at 45 degrees F instead of 41 degrees F. New Violation.

46.611

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Child observed in the rear storage and cooking area. Note: the person in charge was instructed to keep children out of the food preparation area or maintain supervision. New Violation.

46.102(2)

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

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

46.772

Dec 16, 2024

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

Inspector notes: Wooden shelving was observed in the walk in cooler, and wooden palettes were used for elevating cases of water and equipment in the kitchen. New Violation.

46.522

Oct 4, 2024

Reinspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Proper cold holding temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sliced pineapples were observed at 45 degrees F in the open display case. Note: The person in charge was instructed to keep the prepared food at 41 degrees F or less.

46.385(a)(2)

Food separated & protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cleaning wares and equipment were observed in the food preparation sink. Note: The person in charge removed the equipment and cleaning supplies.

46.301

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

Inspector notes: The hot water indicator was reversed at the hand wash sink near the cold display case. New Violation.

46.671

Aug 20, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Don Polo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Don Polo on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Don Polo?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Don Polo.

Has Don Polo's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Don Polo have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Don Polo 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.

How often is Don Polo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Don Polo is inspected around two times per year on average.

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