Rewash this piece of equipment. Cockroach and rodent droppings were observed in the kitchen area underneath bags of rice and behind the refrigerators.. Inspection notes: Mold visible on tray and shelving in walk-in cooler; refrigerator not capable of maintaining food at 41 degrees or below, needs repair; slicer has food residue, must be dismantled and cleaned; employee whose certification is displayed no longer works there; fire suppression system over cooking equipment not serviced in over a year. Observed beef, pork, chicken, & pastellios being stored at 49F, 50F, 49F, & 53F, respectfully. None of them were in the Lehigh Valley. This is to be cleaned and sanitized and then replaced. To access the inspection reports you may have to change your computer's settings to allow pop-ups. Address: 1871 Catasauqua Road, Hanover Township, Lehigh County. Restaurant's response: We were unable to get comment by phone, and an email seeking comment was not immediately returned. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Address: 1259 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Salisbury Township, Violations: 20 (still out of compliance as of Jan. 24). But it's a process designed to keep diners safe. 201, south. Louie's Restaurant . YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Inspection notes: Dried food built up on slicer, grinder, prep bench, bins; spilled food in walk-in; open containers of vegetables stored under meats in walk-in cooler; bay sink used for food prep; lack of managerial control on license renewals, cleaning and sanitizing. The Lehigh Valley restaurants with 20 or more total violations in 2019 are listed below in ascending order. -Soups were not cooled from 135 degrees F to 41 degrees F within 6 hours, after preparation. Since then things are significantly different now that were fully staffed., Address: 4128 W. Tilghman St., South Whitehall Township, Description: Management lacking in food safety documentation, including license renewal and parasite destruction records for sushi fish. The 2,000-square-foot store, managed by Brian's childhood best friend, Greg Sheton, is expected to employ about 15 people. Date mark TCS foods. The Inspection Details can be accessed by clicking on the name of the food facility. Establishment Match By Name/Location Response: A manager deferred to the corporate office, which did not return a call or email seeking comment. Address: 1808 MacArthur Road, Whitehall Township, Description: Open containers of of various foods and ingredients (guacamole, taco sauce, shredded lettuce, etc.) ", Jan Somma-Hammel | Staten Island Advance file photo, Address: 2880 Center Valley Road, Upper Saucon Township. Soups were discarded. Also, the time of day could influence things. None of the violations were "critical," he noted. "I personally felt that the inspector did her job but could had given us a day or two to correct them. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving the establishment. "Every time that (health inspectors) come out, they always mark a couple violations. Inspection notes: No detectable concentration of chlorine in the solution in which the wiping cloths were stored; individual was observed eating in the kitchen; paper towel dispenser at the hand sink at the front service counter was empty; cutting board was not sanitized after being washed; fruit flies were observed in the kitchen. . Food stored in walk-in not properly labeled, dated or covered. Address: 3205 S. Delaware Dr., Williams Township. Corrected. Violations: Accumulation of dust and old food residue on the non-food contact surfaces of shelving in walk- in cooler. Inspection notes: Black mold-like substance on inside walls of ice bins; employee seen eating breakfast in hibachi prep area; shrimp thawing in open colander; pooled drain water in kitchen area floor; not placing date on shellfish tag to indicate when shellfish removed. Date: 10/15/18. The restaurant was reopened for business the very next day. While doing this the soup pot was stored on the floor. cleaning equipment can not be stored in such a way that it has contact with food storage items such as canned goods. The inspections listed here are those that fall under the jurisdiction of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, as well as those county and local health departments that have elected to post results in the departments statewide inspection database. Food in walk-in not marked with date opened. -Raw chicken and beef were stored above produce in the left downstairs walk in cooler. I should pass with flying colors, he says. Steve Novak may be reached at snovak@lehighvalleylive.com. Four years we never had these type of violations, Davis said. Search by establishment type, name, hotel, inspection grade, address, city or zip code. Inspection notes: Rodent bait left uncovered under a freezer in food prep area; worker did not wash hands after using the bathroom; egg rolls, chicken sitting out of refrigeration and too warm; shrimp thawing in container of standing water; raw chicken stored over broccoli. Gray mold buildup on fan guards in walk-in cooler. Any. -Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the display cooler, is not being date marked. Floor drain basins under warewashing and soda fountain, and ice cream area are moldy, slimy and need cleaning. Food workers not wearing hair restraints. Davis also has decades of experience with inspections conducted by the Easton Board of Health at his Pearly Bakers Alehouse. 6299 ROUTE 309 STE 1B NEW TRIPOLI, PA 18066. Provide documentation that can verify appropriate time in lieu of temperature practices are occurring. Inspection notes: Lack of active managerial control regarding proper reheating operations; build up of spilled food, brown congealed oil on the floor under the fryer line; hand sink at the sushi bar has minimal hot water due to failing ring or valve; numerous food containers including shellfish stored directly on floor in walk in cooler. -Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours is not being date marked. Corrected. At least once a year, these trained professionals scour professional kitchens for potential health issues, correcting as many as possible on the spot. Inspection notes: "Person in Charge does not have adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by" non-compliant inspection Nov. 1, 2018; roach infestation both live and dead and observed on counters, bain-marie and various equipment; evidence of roach feces on walls, on food boxes, etc. A health inspector in Harrisburg checks a bar. Restaurant's response: Minor violations were corrected on site, owner Tony Petropoulos said. Address: 4527 Route 309, North Whitehall Township. Sewage line over food rack was leaking into a bucket at the time of inspection. Food preparation happening under dirty ventilation ducts. Walk-in cooler fan guards are extremely dirty, dusty, and in need of cleaning. Mops not hung to dry. The inspections cover restaurants, cafeterias, food markets, processors and other food establishments. Stored food not properly dated. "Sometimes (things are) out of our control, like every restaurant and every business.". "If you look at the responsiveness, we took things very seriously and are taking corrective action," he said. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Food stored on the floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. A bucket of sanitizing solution was stored in the hand washing sink.. 1. Food thermometers not available or accessible. These items included sea scallops at 50F, calamari at 47F, and duck confit at 49F. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Compliance: Out. Sheet pan of wontons observed on top of open trash can.. -Warm beans with temperatures ranging from 96-116F were placed into a hot holding cabinet instead of a walk-in cooler. Hot held items must be stored above 135F. Lozano said that overall he is very proud of his staff and location, both of which get good reviews online. I'm not in this business to make people sick, I'm in this business to make the best product I can.". Employees failed to wash hands, lacked hair and beard nets. Additionally, a food employee reported placing a cutting board on top of the sink and using it as a work station. We keep working on it," said Metin, a manager who declined to provide a last name. They ran the gamut from the gross (roaches, mold) to the mundane (missing hair nets, mops stored incorrectly) and the odd (a wooden log in a kitchen). -Observed on the Coca-Cola freestyle soda dispenser that the syrup nozzle is coated. -Observed poisonous or toxic material (cans of RAID) other than those required for the operation and maintenance of a food facility. -The handwash sink located in the Starbucks counter area does not have water at a temperature of at least 100 degrees F. Facility has other convenient handwashing sinks to use while repairs are being made. There are other violations not listed here that are classified under Good Retail Practices. Visit the link above to see the full list of violations among all categories. he asked. Hot held product must be stored at 135F or higher. And that may not be true," he said. Mops not hung to dry. Results of food safety inspections in Lehigh and Northampton counties for the week of March 25-31. . The bench mixer on the floor extreme south east wall perimeter and base of dry storage bench shows droppings. There was no immediate response from a call for comment to Pizza Hut media relations. From diners to dives, high-end restaurants to fast food -- no one escapes the eye of the health inspector. Restaurant's response: "The Schnecksville Diner had its regular scheduled inspection in December of 2018 and was out of compliance. Gap in door does not protect against insects or rodents. The inspections cover restaurants, cafeterias, food markets, processors and other food establishments. Restaurant's response: Did not respond to messages or an email by deadline. Plumbing system not maintained in good repair - observed water filter leaking at the ice machine. Food workers not wearing hair restraints. The inspections are meant to ensure customer safety in the food industry. He added that the establishment is following procedures. Address: 2429 Nazareth Road, Palmer Township, Address: 848 Nazareth Pike, Lower Nazareth Township. Here are the results of food safety inspections in Lehigh and Northampton counties for the week of Oct. 28 to Nov. 3. Observed slow/clogged drain at the the . -Food Employee observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. Wash hands prior to donning single use gloves. Intake-staff receive application materials at our reception area on the 16th Floor of the Labor and Industry Building. Mold and mildew under prep equipment, in walk-in cooler and beverage cooler. Dismantle the slicer and clean and sanitize the entire slicer. Open containers and tubs of various food products (tofu, shredded greens, etc.) Keep all potentially . Chives stored in ice bin used for drinks. A cooler that wasn't maintaining temperature of 40 degrees was scheduled for repair, but led to two re-inspections in the meantime. There are stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility. Hood dirty, grease filters missing. of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection database. Blose's Market. Floor not easy to clean because of cracked tiles; loose flooring in walk-in cooler gathers stagnant water; cardboard used as a floor cover. -Observed chicken, pastellios, and sausage being stored in the hot hold unit at 126F, 100F, & 101F, respectfully. There are some things to note about the information listed below: A health inspector goes through a kitchen. They even told us we keep our facility very well," Lin said of his restaurant's three inspections in 2018. "The goal is not to dock people for things," said Shannon Powers, spokeswoman for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, which conducts many of the inspections. (COMING SOON: LEHIGH VALLEY RESTAURANTS WITH NO HEALTH CODE VIOLATIONS IN 2019). -The handwash sink behind the front counter does not have water at a temperature of at least 100 degrees F. Fix the hand sink so that water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees F is available at all times. -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the back handwash area to remind food employees to wash their hands. Repair or replace the affected units. Dine-in service will be available, along with outdoor dining, takeout, and. (Ken Stevens | MLive.com file photo). The beans were relocated. Kelly McEwan | For lehighvalleylive.comKelly McEwan | For lehighvalleylive.com, Address: 7720 Main St. Unit 7, Upper Macungie Township. Food prep workers not wearing hair/beard nets or hats. 27 Restaurants That Passed the First Inspection with ZERO violation. He understands why customers may be wary of inspectors notes, but hopes minor problems easily rectified dont scare anyone away. -An open employee's beverage container was observed in a food preparation/serving area. Some food not heated or stored at proper temperature. Raw, frozen fish being stored in old ice cream/dairy containers and other food containers which may result in allergen cross contamination. Raw chicken and eggs stored in walk-in cooler above ready-to-eat produce. Use of this area must cease immediately. Do not use refrigeration equipment that can not consistently maintain temperatures of 41F or below. To better connect consumers with the inspection reports, the department last year unveiled an app searchable by restaurant name, city or ZIP code. Results for each one are published in an online database by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. 32 Restaurants That Passed the First Inspection with ZERO violation Feb. 16, 2023 THE EAGLE'S NEST RESTAURANT (None) Feb. 16, 2023 JORDAN'S WINE BAR & CELLAR (12901 MCGREGOR BLVD UNIT 14). Roof leaks water in the customer dining area. public database of restaurant inspections, bacteria that can cause illness grows quickly, on the department's consumer protection page, Kurt Bresswein and Steve Novak | For lehighvalleylive.com. -The deli slicer, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch. Restaurant's response: Owner George Draklellis said that numbers don't tell the whole story; some places may be inspected multiple times a year depending on what health department has jurisdiction (he said Allentown checks his diner three or four times), which can mean more violations. -Various cut vegetables food was held at between 47 and 51 degrees F, in the front counter area, rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Ceiling vent above soups on buffet line was covered in dust. And we asked the restaurants with the most violations (20 or more) what they've done to fix the problems cited. Monitor all canned goods and remove all dented and distressed cans from use. 7801 GLENLIVET WEST DR Fogelsville, PA 18051. The inspections cover restaurants, cafeterias, food markets, processors and other food establishments. Listed compliance status with retail food license requirements is as of Friday, Feb. 21, 2020.