Joelvin Grocery

2801 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia, PA 19133

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Joelvin Grocery. The most recent visit was on Apr 21, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around eight violations to closer to 10 violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Reinspection

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 10 violations

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed the following: - No soap at handwashing sink in restroom - No paper towels at handwashing sink in restroom ** Items were added by the end of inspection

46.941(a)-(e)

Proper date marking & disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat food, located in the closed display case, was not marked with the date it was opened. Corrected on Site: Items were date marked upon request. New Violation.

46.385(b)

Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. Corrected on Site: Food Safety Certified person arrived during inspection. New Violation.

46.103

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours. ** Slicer was NOT cleaned by the end of inspection New Violation.

46.712

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Ice accumulation in chest freezer in food prep area and retail area - Dust accumulation on fans inside of reach-in refrigerators

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Observed broom and dustpan on floor rather than elevated when not in use.

46.981(e)(m)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed unauthorized person in food prep area. Corrected on Site: Unauthorized person was told to leave food prep area.

46.102(2)

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: Sponges observed in the warewash area being used to clean food contact surfaces.

46.521(f)

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Spoon used for stirring coffee in stagnant water. New Violation.

46.302

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

Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Cardboard used as shelving in retail area - Soda crates used as elevation in retail area. New Violation.

46.522

Jul 17, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.

46.712

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Dusty vent observed in the bathroom. New Violation.

46.981(b)(i)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Cleaning needed in the basement due to dust and unnecessary items. New Violation.

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

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Defective light bulbs observed in retail area. New Violation.

46.943

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

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

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

46.304

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the food prep area. New Violation.

46.714

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: A leak was observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink. New Violation.

46.823(c)-(e)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joelvin Grocery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joelvin Grocery on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Joelvin Grocery?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Joelvin Grocery.

Has Joelvin Grocery's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Joelvin Grocery 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 Joelvin Grocery 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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