La Borinquena Grocery
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
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Score
Public records currently show only one inspection for La Borinquena Grocery. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72.
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Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous, ready-to-eat food (chicken), prepared in a food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The food facility did not have a handwash sink conveniently located in the retail area for employees used while serving water ice. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Stoppers not observed at the three compartment sink at time of inspection. (Wash, rinse, and sanitize procedure was not properly followed) New Violation.
46.301
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Food was held at 47 degrees F in the cold prep refrigerator rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
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. New Violation.
46.102
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the kitchen. New Violation.
46.714
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Food prep sink was not properly installed in the facility. (Catch basin with air gap required on the line) New Violation.
46.862
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease. New Violation.
46.544(e)
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food were not properly labeled in the closed display case. New Violation.
46.282
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (roaches) observed on top of the cold prep refrigerator area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
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
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining observed on the shelves in the refrigerator. New Violation.
46.522
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Borinquena Grocery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Borinquena Grocery on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Borinquena 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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