Kensington Hospital

136 Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

Healthcare Facility

Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Kensington Hospital appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Sep 19, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Kensington Hospital's latest score of 82 sits above the Philadelphia average of 72. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 19, 2025

Reinspection

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

View 2 violations

Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A dented can of backed beans was observed on the shelf in the dry storage area. **The can of baked beans was removed to be returned to the company at the time of the inspection.

46.201

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Observed an opening in the ceiling tile of the dry storage room.

46.921

May 14, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed paper being used to line shelving in the prep area. Surfaces of equipment that are nonfood-contact surfaces, but are exposed to splash, spillage or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning, shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material. New Violation.

46.522

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: General cleaning (non-food contact): -dusty ceiling vents observed above the dry storage area -heavy food residue on counters underneath toaster and microwave -grease accumulation observed on exhaust and on kitchen equipment New Violation.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Grease stained ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen prep area. New Violation.

46.921

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed: -roaches observed on the floor behind the deep fryer in the prep area. -roaches observed crawling along the pipes behind the warewashing sinks -roaches observed on glue traps throughout the facility New Violation.

46.981(k)(l)

Jun 6, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food separated & protected

Inspector notes: Food inside under counter fridge in the food prep area observed with no covering- Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers or wrappings. New Violation.

46.281

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector notes: Multiple food items (meats and cheeses and prepared salads) opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the food prep fridge and reach in fridge, and held more than 48 hours, were not marked with the date it was opened. New Violation.

46.385(b)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Front entry door was not fully shut upon arrival for inspection. This 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: Dusty ceiling vent observed directly above the food prep area in the kitchen. New Violation.

46.323

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

Inspector notes: Cutting boards in the kitchen observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.

46.672

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Non-food contact surfaces need cleaning: -Dusty ceiling vent covers observed in the kitchen. -Grease accumulation on sides of deep fryer -Grease stained ceiling tiles observed in kitchen New Violation.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Premises Cleaning: -Food debris observed on the floor perimeter of the kitchen. -Dead roaches observed on the floor glue traps in the kitchen and storage areas.

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

May 26, 2023

Reinspection

6 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

Inspector notes: Equipment adjustment: drip observed at water dispensing nozzle of "Pepsi" soda dispenser; 1 freezer door hinge is not in good repair. New Violation.

46.671

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Non-food contact surfaces need cleaning: steam table pan needs cleaning before next use; interior of juice dispenser needs general cleaning. New Violation.

46.714

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: A one-inch minimum air gap lacks at the indirect drain line for the food preparation sink. New Violation.

46.822

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: A lidded waste receptacle lacks in restroom used by female employees. New Violation.

46.882(b)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Old toilet observed in exterior trash storage area required disposal/removal. Liquid and leaf debris observed around used cooking oil container outside of facility.

46.884

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Metal wall panel behind grinder sink is not well-sealed to the wall. New Violation.

46.921

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kensington Hospital last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kensington Hospital on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kensington Hospital?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kensington Hospital.

Has Kensington Hospital's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kensington Hospital have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Kensington Hospital inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kensington Hospital is inspected around two times per year on average.

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