Es Cafe Lounge

1447 N American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The inspection history at Es Cafe Lounge is still short, with only two visits logged. Es Cafe Lounge was last inspected on Aug 21, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to nine violations.

“Insects, rodents & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 72, which Es Cafe Lounge's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 21, 2025

Reinspection

9 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: The front door left open without screening is an outer opening in the food facility and it does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Equipment: -non-NSF/ANSI approved reach-in refrigerator observed at prep area -observed unused equipment units in the rear storage room area -reach-in refrigeration unit at the retail area is supported by a pallet

46.671

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on counters, shelves, and cabinet surfaces at the front prep area.

46.714

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed pipes under three-basin sink being supported with a wood 2x4. The 3 compartment sink lacks a faucet nozzle needed to properly fill all 3 basins of the sink (the shower faucet present takes more time). Loose faucet observed inside toilet room.

46.825(b)-(e)

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Toilet room door is not self-closing. New Violation.

46.922(d)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Dumpster lids at the rear refuse area are not tight-fitting. New Violation.

46.884

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Floor and wall junctures are not sealed at the front prep/cashier area. Utility lines are not sealed in the wall of the front prep/cashier area. New Violation.

46.921

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Light bulb was out at the rear ware washing area. New Violation.

46.943

Thermometer provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible inside refrigerator at the front prep area. New Violation.

46.59

Mar 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No soap or paper towels were observed at the handwash sink in the rear prep area. *PIC provided soap and paper towels at the time of inspection*

46.941(a)-(e)

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Prepackaged foods (pastries) are not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts. New Violation.

46.422

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Gap observed to the bottom right of the rear entry/ exit door (toward trash area). Gaps also observed in front entry door- These outer openings in the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

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

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: General cleaning (non-food contact): -mouse droppings observed on shelving unit underneath front handwash sink -ceiling ventilation cover observed with dust accumulation in bathroom New Violation.

46.714

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: -Observed pipes/ hoses to handwash sink in the front prep area with a leak -Observed pipes under three-basin sink being supported by a 2x4 and bucket New Violation.

46.825(b)-(e)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: General cleaning (premises): -mouse droppings observed along floor perimeters in rear storage area -mouse droppings observed along floor perimeters underneath bathroom sink New Violation.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Es Cafe Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Es Cafe Lounge on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Es Cafe Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Es Cafe Lounge.

Has Es Cafe Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Es Cafe Lounge have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Es Cafe Lounge 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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