Elma

431 E Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Other

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Elma was last inspected on Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Elma is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Reinspection

3 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: - Observed evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) in the basement storage, basement ware washing, and upstairs ware washing area.

46.981(k)(l)

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: - Observed dust and food debris on the lower shelving surfaces in the basement prep and shelving surfaces underneath cooking equipment in the upstairs food prep area.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: - Observed mouse droppings on the floor perimeters of the basement storage, basement ware washing, and upstairs ware washing area. - Observed dust and food debris on the floor perimeters at the upstairs kitchen area.

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

Jun 7, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects and rodents: basement door to exterior. New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: An one inch minimum air gap lacks at indirect drain line of food prep. sink; indirect drain from walk-in cooler drains to the exterior ground; slight leak observed at faucet of food prep. sink. New Violation.

46.822

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Broom observed stored on floor, instead of being hung/elevated when not in use. New Violation.

46.981(e)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Elma last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Elma on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Elma's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Elma have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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