Principe De Paz

5900 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Other

Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Principe De Paz is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 30, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Philadelphia restaurant scores 72. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 30, 2025

Reinspection

4 minor violations.

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: An unlidded trash receptacle was observed in the food preparation area. New Violation.

46.884

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Mop head was observed improperly stored on the floor at the rear storage area.

46.981(f)

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on handwashing sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.

46.304

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

Inspector notes: Observed 2 defective chest freezer in the food prep area. New Violation.

46.671

May 8, 2025

Reinspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the kitchen area was blocked by utensils and not accessible at all times for employee use. Person in-charge was instructed to take immediate corrective action. New Violation.

46.981(h)

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Blender and other items observed stored on active cutting board. Person in-charge was instructed to take immediate corrective action. New Violation.

46.731

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

Inspector notes: Observed unauthorized persons in kitchen the area. Unauthorized person was told to leave by person in-charge.

46.102(2)

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

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Debris and dirt accumulation observed at perimeter of floors, behind, under and on the sides of all equipment in the facility. Clean and sanitize all floors where needed. New Violation.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Mop head was observed improperly stored on the floor at the rear storage area.

46.981(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Principe De Paz last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Principe De Paz on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Principe De Paz?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Principe De Paz.

Has Principe De Paz's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Principe De Paz have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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