Smiley Grocery Store

4725 N 5Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19120

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: May 9, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Smiley Grocery Store has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on May 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

Looking across the full record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Smiley Grocery Store is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 9, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 17, 2026

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed soda crates used for elevation in storage retail area.

46.522

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed ice accumulation in chest freezer in retail area.

46.714

Jul 11, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 27, 2025

Reinspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed the following: - No soap available in restroom - No paper towels available in restroom ** The paper towel dispenser was not operable. New Violation.

46.981(h)

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

Inspector notes: Observed soda crates being used for elevation. New Violation.

46.522

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed ice accumulation inside of chest freezer. New Violation.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in retail area.

46.921

Feb 15, 2025

Reinspection

3 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: In-ground cellar door observed with light shining through; gaps do not protect against outside elements and pests New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Restroom door is not self closing New Violation.

46.922(d)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Unfinished flooring basement floor surface

46.921

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Paper towels were not available in the restroom. *The towel dispenser was not operable. New Violation.

46.941(a)-(e)

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Sticky insect tape observed stored in the rear food storage area. New Violation.

46.922(c)

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

Inspector notes: Cardboard lining the floor in the entrance of the facility is not easily cleanable. New Violation.

46.522

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Mice feces, cat food, and cat litter observed on the shelves in the retail area. New Violation.

46.714

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The restroom lacks a trash can. New Violation.

46.882(a)(c)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Mop observed sitting in bucket and not properly hanging for air drying. New Violation.

46.981(f)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smiley Grocery Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smiley Grocery Store on file is from May 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smiley Grocery Store?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Smiley Grocery Store.

Has Smiley Grocery Store's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Smiley Grocery Store have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smiley Grocery Store 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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