King Fried Wz
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
50
Score
King Fried Wz has been inspected four times since 2024. King Fried Wz was last inspected on Feb 17, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the dining area to remind food employees to wash their hands. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The owner does not have a Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Health Department. The application was emailed to the owner.
46.103
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks chlorine sanitizer test strips to monitor the sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The two compartment sink located inside the basement is used for food preparation, but it does not have an indirect drain line connection. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet room door is not self-closing. New Violation.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop, broom, and other maintenance tools are not stored on designated racks. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible inside refrigeration units. New Violation.
46.59
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Rat feces observed on the floor of the basement prep/storage area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employee observed not wearing hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints. New Violation.
46.152
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Knives and cleavers were stored behind the three compartment sink edges, which are not easily cleaned and sanitized. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The stainless steel noodle steamer that is attached to the deep fryer is used for steaming, was built by the owner and it is not NSF or ANSI approved equipment. New Violation.
46.671
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Apr 2, 2024
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food and equipment are not available or readily accessible.
46.632
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: A scoop handles was observed in contact with ice in the basement ice machine.
46.302
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.
46.672
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: No drain board or adequate storage shelving to allow for storage of soiled and / or clean items before and after cleaning.
46.613
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Grease and soil accumulations observed on the exterior surfaces of the grill, fryers, and gas range.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: -A backflow prevention device is not installed on the ice machine water supply line. -The presence of a backflow prevention device could not be confirmed at the water meter.
46.823(c)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Broom and dustpan observed of floor instead of designated rack.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of dust and grease.
46.981(d)
67
Mar 25, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the hand wash sinks in the food prep and toilet room areas to remind food employees to wash their hands.
46.941(a)-(e)
Time as a public health control; procedures & record
Inspector notes: Time in lieu of temperature is used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods (fried chicken parts) without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. Management must record time and temperature of chicken parts after cooked, and discard chicken parts after 4 hours out of proper temperature control. New Violation.
46.385(c)
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food and equipment are not available or readily accessible.
46.632
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Vegetable oil containers were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Sponges observed on the sink used to clean food contact surfaces. New Violation.
46.521(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
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: A sink with 3 compartments is required when properly washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and dishware. A 2 compartment sink is only present on site. Management will temporarily use the 2 compartment sink, until 3 compartment sink is installed.
46.612
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and soil accumulations observed on the exterior surfaces of the grill, fryers, gas range, shelves, and counters.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: No utility(mop) sink observed on the premises. Access to the basement not provided during the inspection.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet room door is not self-closing. New Violation.
46.922(d)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop, broom, and dust pan observed on the floor, instead of designated racks. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of dust and grease.
46.981(d)
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Feb 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No sign or poster posted at the hand wash sinks in the food prep and toilet room areas to remind food employees to wash their hands. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The Person In Charge does not have a Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Health Department. The application was emailed to management, while on site.
46.103
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food and equipment are not available or readily accessible. New Violation.
46.632
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employee observed not wearing hair restraints, such as nets or hats. New Violation.
46.152
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Refrigeration units are not NSF or ANSI approved equipment. Chest freezers, toaster oven, and microwave oven are not NSF certified. New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: A sink with 3 compartments is required when properly washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and dishware. A 2 compartment sink is only present on site. Management will temporarily use the 2 compartment sink, until 3 compartment sink is installed. New Violation.
46.612
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and soil accumulations observed on the exterior surfaces of the grill, fryers, gas range, shelves, and counters. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: No utility(mop) sink observed on the premises. Access to the basement not provided during the inspection. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on the floor and wall surfaces at prep areas. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of dust and grease. New Violation.
46.981(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was King Fried Wz last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at King Fried Wz on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at King Fried Wz?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at King Fried Wz.
Has King Fried Wz's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at King Fried Wz have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at King Fried Wz 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 King Fried Wz inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, King Fried Wz is inspected around two times per year on average.
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