Sonny's Famous Steaks

228 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
American
Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025
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Score
Medium Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for Sonny's Famous Steaks. Sonny's Famous Steaks was last inspected on Sep 19, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 19, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand washing sink at rear ware washing area (provided later). Hand washing reminder signs were not available at the front prep and the rear ware washing areas. Temporary signs were provided, while on site.
46.941(a)-(e)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The front door was propped open without screening. The door was closed, while on site.
46.922(e)(f)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on counters and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Mop sink is not properly sealed to the wall. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on the interior wall and floor surfaces of the walk-in cooler. Rust observed on drying rack above the 3 compartment sink. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on the floor perimeters of the food prep, rear ware washing, and the basement storage/prep areas. Debris observed on the wall surfaces at the food prep areas. Dust observed on ventilation covers at the ceiling of dining area.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Light bulbs are not shielded from breakage at the ceiling of the rear ware washing area. New Violation.
46.922(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonny's Famous Steaks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonny's Famous Steaks on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sonny's Famous Steaks means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.