South Philly Gyro King
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
37
Score
South Philly Gyro King has been inspected three times since 2025. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 7, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 10 violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
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.
3
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Reinspection
5 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: -Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. -Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used. -Food employee did not follow proper handwash procedures. Food employee did not wash hands between changing tasks. Hot water and soap were not available. Per employee, soap was left at the commissary this morning. New Violation.
46.131
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: Person in charge was instructed to go into the store nearby to purchase soap. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Produce (lettuce) being cut on the tow unit is not an approved area for produce prep. Corrective action: Cut heads of lettuce discarded. Whole tomatoes and addition whole heads of unwashed lettuce were also observed in the back of the cold box. Note: As discussed during previous inspections, produce must be washed and cut at the commissary and maintained at a temperature of 41 degrees F at all times. New Violation.
46.211
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Lettuce is being cut in a prohibited area. (on mobile tow unit) New Violation.
46.281
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 43.8 to 46 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Ice observed in bags that were not in contact with food as discussed during previous inspections.
46.385(a)(2)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. There are no screens at windows.
46.922(e)(f)
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: Raw fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in a cooked or ready to eat food were not washed to remove soil or other contaminants prior to use. Whole heads of unwashed lettuce observed on the unit. New Violation.
46.285
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and food debris observed beneath the flat grill and the steam unit.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Hot water of at least 100 degrees F was not available for handwashing. New Violation.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cardboard observed lining floor.
46.902
37
Oct 6, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensil used at the grill was observed in contact with a soiled trash can liner was placed back at the ledge of the grill for use. Corrective action: Employee was instructed to move the utensil to the pan with the other soiled utensils to be take back to the commissary.
46.301
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Additional utensils (for use later in the day) were observed with food debris on them, and are not clean. Corrective action: Owner was instructed to send food employee to the commissary to clean and sanitize the items or to bring cleaned sanitize items to the cart. Clean utensils arrived during report writing.
46.712
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. There are no screens at windows. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and debris observed beneath the flat grill.
46.714
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Waste water from tow unit was observed draining onto the curb during the inspection. Waste water tank outlet was closed during the inspection.
46.862
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cardboard observed lining floor. New Violation.
46.902
64
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food employee did not follow proper handwash procedures. Food employee did not wash hands between changing tasks. No water was available for handwashing. New Violation.
46.132
Proper hot holding temperature
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 125 to 127 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. Corrective action: Food must be discarded. New Violation.
46.385(a)(1)
Proper cold holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous food was held at 47 to 71.2 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Instructed the food employee to discard the items.
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. No food safety certified person was available. New Violation.
46.103
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Cutting board being used to cut food is not clean to site and touch. New Violation.
46.711(a)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Waste-water observed dripping on the pavement. Person in charge was instructed to close the waste water storage tank. New Violation.
46.862
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cardboard was observed on the floor in the cart. Notes: Surfaces should be smooth, durable, non-absorbent and easy to clean. New Violation.
46.901
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence insect activity (flies) observed in food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Rice cooker stored outside the cart. New Violation.
46.321
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food employees observed not wearing a beard restraint. New Violation.
46.152
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: Raw fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in a cooked or ready to eat food were not washed to remove soil or other contaminants prior to cutting. Unwashed heads of lettuce and onions observed in a box where flies were observed. Note: Items must be washed and cut at the commissary. New Violation.
46.285
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: -Business does not have enough utensils to switch to clean utensils every 4 hours. -Knives and / or cleavers stored between table edges which are not easily cleaned and sanitized. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Levers for opening rice cookers are in disrepair. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris observed beneath the flat grill and in fryer cabinet. New Violation.
46.714
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was South Philly Gyro King last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at South Philly Gyro King on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at South Philly Gyro King?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at South Philly Gyro King.
Has South Philly Gyro King's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at South Philly Gyro King have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at South Philly Gyro King 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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