Elaine's Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
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Score
Elaine's Kitchen has a thin inspection record, with only one visit on file so far. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Elaine's Kitchen trails the local norm.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides (Hot Shot spray) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the bar dining area. The person in charge removed the 2 cans stored on the floor beside the side door.
46.1026
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No soap, paper towels, or handwash reminder sign observed at the only hand sink in the bar/prep area. The required items were provided.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Black residue, pink and white slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin around the water and ice release areas. An employee turned off the machine, began emptying the machine, and agreed to wash, rinse, and sanitize the inner surfaces and air dry before further use.
46.712
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Aluminum foil lining the wall under the exhuast hood is not corrosion resistant. New Violation.
46.522
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The drain rack is used for storage rather than the drip drying of clean dishes, equipment, and utensils. New Violation.
46.613
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Equipment observations: -Black residue and debris on tracks and inner surfaces of refrigeration units -Frost accumulation in the chest freezer -Resiude on sink surfaces in the bar area -Food debris in sinks -Static dust on filters in the exhaust hood -White residue on inner surfaces of the walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: A utility sink was not observed. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Static dust on surfaces in the toilet rooms. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Clutter and storage of unused equipment in the basement storage area -Dust on surfaces in the basement storage area -Static dust and debris on floor perimeters around equipment New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Bags of flour and rice and other foods items observed stored on the floor and are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the basement storage area. New Violation.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints. New Violation.
46.152
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Elaine's Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Elaine's Kitchen on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Elaine's Kitchen 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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