Rita's Water Ice

2301 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Jul 14, 2023

Score

Low Risk

Rita's Water Ice has a thin inspection record, with only one visit on file so far. The most recent report on file is from Jul 14, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Rita's Water Ice's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 14, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Compared to the broader Philadelphia restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 14, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Certified person was not present at the start of inspection. They later arrived. 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.

46.103

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

Inspector notes: Observations: - Domestic, non-NSF approved chest freezer observed and in use. - Under counter refrigerator was being used for dry storage. New Violation.

46.671

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Dust accumulation observed on the vent cover in the restroom. New Violation.

46.981(b)(i)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Broom and dustpan observed in direct contact with the ground and not elevated on a utility rack when not in use. New Violation.

46.981(e)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rita's Water Ice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rita's Water Ice on file is from Jul 14, 2023. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rita's Water Ice 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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