The latest city health inspection did not go well for Amigos Bakery at 4905 N 5th St. A visit from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health last Friday left the shop with an "unsatisfactory" mark after inspectors flagged a string of sanitation and storage problems, including signs of rodent activity, broken refrigeration and food stored directly on the floor. The bakery was ordered to correct the violations before a reinspection, and the report notes that ignoring those orders could lead to legal action or even closure.
The city’s inspection report, as reported by WhatNow, describes mouse droppings in storage areas and in the basement, an expired gallon of milk and cheese held at 63°F instead of the required 41°F or below. During the visit, management emailed proof of a food-safety certificate, and inspectors say some violations were corrected on the spot.
Inspection findings in detail
The city’s posted inspection form lays out several additional high-risk issues: no chemical sanitizer being used on utensils after washing, wiping cloths stored in sanitizer that tested at zero concentration, an inoperable refrigerator still being used for storage and ice buildup in the walk-in freezer. Inspectors also noted grease and soil on the kitchen hood, dust and debris above equipment and food stored directly on the floor, all of which contributed to the facility’s unsatisfactory status. The full inspection report is available from the city’s inspection portal here.
Reinspection and legal risk
Inspectors ordered the bakery to correct all violations and to obtain and submit a current food license and a Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate within 30 days. The posted inspection warns that failing to file for reinspection can result in legal action or closure, as reported by WhatNow.
Where this fits citywide
Philadelphia’s Office of Food Protection says routine inspections are intended to prevent foodborne illness, and the city posts inspection results publicly so operators and customers can keep tabs on compliance. The city also offers an online lookup for inspection reports and guidance on food-safety certification requirements for staff; see the city’s inspection portal for details. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health keeps inspection records available online.
Customers who want updates can check the city’s inspection lookup or the posted report for reinspection results. This story will be updated if the bakery or the health department releases new information about corrections or any change in the facility’s status.
