Red Top 24 Bar
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
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Score
Red Top 24 Bar has only one inspection on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent visit was on Apr 7, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Red Top 24 Bar trails the local norm.
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Inspections
9
Critical latest
1
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
9 critical violations. 1 major violation. 15 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 25 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Observed raw chicken stored above raw fish in the reach-in refrigerator. -Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat foods in the reach-in refrigerator. Corrective Action: Proper organization was provided. -Observed produce stored in the reach-in refrigerator without a container or protection from contamination. -Observed a pot of cooked rice without a cover or protection from contamination. Corrective Action: Appropriate containers were provided.
46.281
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Observed the following Potentially Hazardous food items stored in the reach-in refrigerator in the prep area for longer than 48 hours without date markings of when they were originally opened or prepared: container of tar tar sauce, container of mayonnaise, bag of shredded cheese, block of cheese, dairy based sauces, container of salsa, a container coleslaw, and a pot of cooked rice. ** Advised to provide date markings. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Time as a public health control; procedures & record
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods (cut lemons stored on the bar) without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. Corrective Action: A time in lieu of temperature log was introduced.
46.385(c)
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Burgers and eggs are served raw or undercooked to the customer's request; however, a written consumer advisory (on the menu or table tent) is not provided to the consumer. ** Advised to post signage. New Violation.
46.423
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal food items stored on the same shelf as food for the food facility in the reach-in refrigerator in the bar area. Corrective Action: The employee foods were relocated.
46.1029
Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan
Inspector notes: Food facility is actively preparing fresh produce without an approved food prep sink present in the facility. ** Advised to either 1. install a deep basin sink with an indirect drainage connection with the dedicated purpose of food prep or 2. Apply for the facility variance and obtain a strainer. New Violation.
46.1103(c)
Proper cold holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous sauces and jar of garlic observed stored on shelving in the prep area without a method of cold holding at 83.3 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective Action: The items were discarded.
46.385(a)(2)
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Soap and paper towels not present at the handwashing sink in the prep area. -Soap not present at the handwashing sink in the bar area. -Soap not present at the handwashing sink in the men's restroom. Corrective Action: Soap and paper towels were provided.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that crabs stored in the blue bag in the chest freezer are from an approved source. ** Advised to maintain receipts and invoices. New Violation.
46.211
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. PIC could not name symptoms of a food borne illness, the names of food borne illnesses, proper cold holding temperature, or the internal fully cooked temperature of chicken. ** Advised to study food safety. New Violation.
46.102
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Lidded trashcan for female sanitary products observed not present in one bathroom. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed bags of trash stored on the sidewalk instead of stored inside a waste receptacle. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop observed stored inside a mop bucket inside the utility sink in the utility closet instead of elevated to promote air drying. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Mechanical ventilation observed not present in the bathroom areas. New Violation.
46.944
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not present in the reach-in refrigerators and chest freezer as needed. New Violation.
46.632
Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs. Corrective Action: Signage was posted.
10-602(5)(a)(.1)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Cellar door of 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: Cases of alcohol observed not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the bar area. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the edge of the three basin sink in the bar area and in the three basin sink in the prep area and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Small ramekin observed without handles in direct contact with bulk seasonings. New Violation.
46.302
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: -Single service articles observed not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the bar area. -Single service articles observed stored un-inverted and uncovered instead of inverted or covered to protect from contamination. New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Unit cover of the Blue Air reach-in refrigerator in the bar area observed not properly installed. -Non sanitation certified equipment observed in the bar and prep areas: air fryer in the bar area, toaster oven in the prep area, and chest freezer in the prep area. -Handle of the reach-in refrigerator in the prep area observed loose. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Mouse droppings observed in the compartment with the unit of the Blue Air reach-in refrigerator in the bar area. -Fish odor observed in the chest freezer. -Mouse droppings and debris observed on the lower table beneath the grill in the prep area. -Residue observed on the exterior side of the chest freezer in the prep area. -Grease and debris observed on the interior lower compartments of the deep fryers in the prep area. -Grime and debris observed on the drying rack in the prep area. -Water residue observed inside the cabinet beneath the handwashing sink in the bar area. -Static dust and grease accumulation observed on the filters at the mechanical ventilation hood. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Unable to assess the basement area to assess the capacity of the water heater. New Violation.
46.805
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Connection between the basin of the handwashing sink in the bar area and the drainage pipe observed leaking. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Red Top 24 Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Red Top 24 Bar on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Red Top 24 Bar 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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