Good Taste Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
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Score
Public records show three inspections at Good Taste Restaurant stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 13, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly eight violations before.
“Non-food contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Philadelphia facility scores 72, putting Good Taste Restaurant on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Observed food was being washed in the 3 bay sink instead of the food prep sink. person in charge was instructed to take immediate corrective action. New Violation.
46.301
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous, ready-to-eat food,=(sauce, chopped pork meat, chicken) prepared in a food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walk in cooler, was not date marked. The person in charge was instruction to take immediate corrective action. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Food employee observed preaching food on dirty cutting boards. Person in charge was instructed to take immediate corrective action. New Violation.
46.731
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. Person-charge does not know the symptom and names of foodborne illnesses as required by the department. New Violation.
46.102
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on kitchen tables and sinks and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed Microwave in food prep are not NSF approved. New Violation.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulated food debris and oil on outer surfaces of cooking equipment. Clean and sanitize all cooking equipment throughout the facility. Especially kitchen equipment, ware washing sinks, refrigerators and kitchen tables.
46.711(b)(c)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed debris and dust accumulation along the floors throughout the facility. -Food preparation and ware washing areas observed to be cluttered with unnecessary items. Clean and sanitize all floors throughout the facility. Especially food prep area, ware washing, retail, storages and toilet room. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. New Violation.
46.981(d)
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Mar 2, 2026
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Foods are not protected from contamination in refrigeration units. -Uncovered trays of cheese wontons in a reach-in freezer -Uncovered containers of noodles in water and broccoli in the walk-in cooler The inspector requested that the observed items be covered.
46.281
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Equipment does not meet minimum design standards. -Non-commercial Frigidaire reach-in freezer
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observation: -Accumulated food debris and oil on outer surfaces of fryers between cooking equipment -Heavily soiled utility sink
46.711(b)(c)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Some refrigeration units are lacking working lights. For example, reach-in freezers.
46.943
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May 28, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 7 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Several raw animal foods were stored above ready to eat foods (sauces) in the walk in cooler and chest freezers. -Raw chicken was stored next to and above other animal derived foods in walk in cooler, reach in freezers and chest freezers. The person in charge rearranged these items. -A container of noodles and a box of broccoli were not covered in the walk in cooler. Covers were provided.
46.281
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides (Hot Shot & Raid Spray) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the front and rear prep area. The observed cans were removed from the restaurant.
46.1026
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No soap and waste container readily available at the food prep/cooking/warewash area hand sink. These items were provided.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Severely dented, swollen, distressed canned items (bamboo shoots) observed in the walk in cooler. The can was removed to be discarded.
46.245
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Static dust observed on the toilet room ceiling vent cover. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observation: -Grease on the floor below cooking equipment. -Soiled walls over the sinks. -Excess containers stored on the floor in front of the sinks. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: The open and unscreened front door, an outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food in large containers are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the walk in cooler. New Violation.
46.321
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: -Cleavers stored between refrigerator and table edges, which are not easily cleaned and sanitized. Inspector requested that the cleavers be washed, rinsed, and sanitized before further use. The cleavers were removed and placed in the 3 basin sink for cleaning. -Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. -Food dispensing utensil in the sugar observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -The exhaust hood outer vents were covered with plastic. -Non-commercial reach in freezer in use. Note: all potentially hazardous foods should be stored in commercial refrigeration units. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observation: -Food debris in the 3 basin sink -Food debris on the floor perimeters in the walk in cooler New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Good Taste Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Good Taste Restaurant on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Good Taste Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Good Taste Restaurant.
Has Good Taste Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Good Taste Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Good Taste Restaurant 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 Good Taste Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Good Taste Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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