Corrected. Use this sink only for hand washing. Address: 6896 Hamilton Blvd., Upper Macungie Township. LEHIGH ACRES. throughout facility. Moldy cucumbers found in walk-in. Gray mold buildup on fan guards in walk-in cooler. Hands must be washed at the designated hand wash sink. None of them were in the Lehigh Valley. (See the 2018 results.). Description: Observed a significant accumulation of grease and old food debris on the equipment and floor at the cooking line; there are food spills on the shelves and floor in the basement storage area. Raw eggs stored above ready-to-eat food in refrigerator. Another inspection is pending soon. Counties The inspector will go through the facility with the owner or manager and usually have them correct things as they go. Description: Bins of rice with loose lids in the kitchen are being stored next to a trashcan without a lid and employees are throwing trash from the cooking line into the trashcan. Milk containers reused to store house-made beverages. Dishes not cleaned properly; sanitizer not applied correctly, food production bowls used instead of sink bays. -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. He added that the establishment is following procedures. Disclaimer: According to the Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Laboratory Services division, inspections are a snapshot of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Description: Food employees improperly washing hands as evidenced by a lack of soap and hot water at the hand wash sink. Boxes of food stored on the floor in walk-in freezer. -The Person in Charge does not have adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection. -The slicer, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch. Address: 1801 Lehigh St., Allentown Violations: 21 Inspection notes: Improper use of rodenticide in dry storage area; food in walk-in and cooler on cook's line stored without covering; fridge. Feb. 10, 2023 LOS TAQUITOS MEXICAN FOOD BIG MARTINEZ II INC (3305 LEE BLVD) Feb. 10, 2023 RED SOX JET BLUE PARK MAJOR LEAGUE KITCHEN (11500 FENWAY SOUTH DRIVE) Feb. 10, 2023 HIGHLAND WOODS GOLF SNACK STOP (9100 HIGHLAND WOODS BLVD) Feb. 10, 2023 HEIDI'S GERMAN RESTAURANT . Reheat the chicken and monitor food temperatures during hot holding. 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). But they are the Department of Health so were going to respect them and respect their wishes. Grisafi also noted in an interview, Weve fixed everything for them. To read full reports on each inspection, visit. Description: Food employees observed in hot line area refusing inspectors orders, not wearing proper hair restraints. Refrigerated food not properly dated. Chives stored in ice bin used for drinks. Calls to a managers cellphone were not returned. Follow him on Twitter @KurtBresswein and Facebook. Hot held product must be stored at 135F or higher. -Various kitchen knife blades, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch. Violations: Accumulation of dust and old food residue on the non-food contact surfaces of shelving in walk- in cooler. Problems that can't be immediately fixed will be given a deadline, usually a month or two, in which a surprise follow-up inspection will be conducted. Foods not stored at appropriate temperatures or properly dated. As of mid-January, there were only five restaurants closed statewide due to health issues, she said. They even told us we keep our facility very well," Lin said of his restaurant's three inspections in 2018. Response: This location has closed since the 2019 inspections. 1. Results of food safety inspections in Lehigh and Northampton counties for the week of July 29 to Aug. 4. . By Morning Call staff. Response: A manager deferred to the owners son, who did not return a call for comment. He said exterminators are in at least once a month to make sure there are no pests still hanging around. Bain marie not keeping deli meats sufficiently cold. Response: A local manager said the leadership at the restaurant has recently changed. This sink shall only be used for hand washing and must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times. Address: 1162 MacArthur Road, Whitehall Township, Description: What appears to be gnawed yellow foam insulation and easily observable nesting observed in old bain marie that was converted to what appears to be a bakery area. 1600 CEDAR CREST BLVD ALLENTOWN, PA 18104. Food/ beverage contact surfaces, such as coffee pots, must be washed in the wash-rinse-sanitize method. Results of food safety inspections in Lehigh and Northampton counties for the week of January 7-13. . Soap must be available at hand washing sinks at all times. Employees failed to wash hands, lacked hair and beard nets. -Cooked chicken was stored on a shelf above the cooking equipment. Clean out the utensils and wash, rinse, and sanitize them in the three bay sink. He also said some requirements, such as wrapping all silverware, aren't enforced in other inspection jurisdictions. The store owner was advised that the food products cannot be stored beneath toxic products. Inspections are overseen by the. Food in walk-in not marked with date opened. Sanitarian or regional office at least ten (10) days prior to operation to arrange a licensing inspection. -Utensils observed in the handwash sink under the bar, indicating uses other than handwashing. Employees not properly washing hands; handwash sink not easily accessible. Description: Employee observed preparing raw meat products feeding into ware washer and returning to service once again failing to wash hands." -Severely dented, swollen, distressed canned items observed in dry storage room are and intended for use in the food facility. Dismantle the slicer and clean and sanitize the entire slicer. The inspections cover restaurants, cafeterias, food markets, processors and other food establishments. Do not store knives in the space between tables. Corrected. "It's not fair to us that you guys just report the numbers," Draklellis said. The Township is bordered by Upper Macungie to the South, Lowhill to the East, Lynn to the North and Berks . Assorted food products were observed being stored directly on the floor of the walk in refrigerator and walk in freezer. Food containers not labeled with contents. Follow him on Twitter @KurtBresswein and Facebook. Date: 3/30/18. Matt Smith | lehighvalleylive.com file photo, Inspection notes: Raw chicken stored over celery in walk-in cooler; cooked chicken stored in raw chicken boxes; box of chicken was found sitting on top of a trash can; live roaches observed on a glue trap; wet wiping cloths were observed not stored in sanitizing solution, as required; rice found in hot holding at 101 degrees, not at or above 135 degrees as required; outsides of bulk flour and sugar containers are dirty; no sanitizing step was being used at the three-bay sink: "Items being washed must be subsequently rinsed and then sanitized.". 7801 GLENLIVET WEST DR Fogelsville, PA 18051. -Chicken was observed thawing in standing water in the 3 bay sink, which is not an approved thawing method. Sette Luna registered 21 violations in its first inspection Feb. 2, 2018, and dropped that to seven in a follow-up inspection a week later, the last one on record. 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. The Inspection Details can be accessed by clicking on the name of the food facility. The violations listed here are those that are classified as Foodborne Illness Risk Factors and Public Health Interventions, which can result in illness if not corrected. Kitchen handwash sink blocked by dirty dishes, not always accessible to employees. Description: Mold buildup inside ice shield, also there is an unapproved metal screw in shield that is rusting and dripping rust into ice bin. Washing equipment observed with build up of filth and food residue and not cleaned before use. Grease and food buildup in pizza over racks; coagulated grease on the the floor under the fryer and on the hood filter above the fryer and pizza oven. ", Jan Somma-Hammel | Staten Island Advance file photo, Address: 2880 Center Valley Road, Upper Saucon Township. Compliance: Out. Only use hand washing sinks for handwashing. 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). Tweet; Share. -Soup was held at 57 degrees F, in the hot hold area, rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. Stored food not properly dated. Established in 1753, Weisenberg is now home to some 5,000 residents. Monitor all canned goods and remove all dented and distressed cans from use. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Lehigh Valley restaurant inspections: Jan. 26-Feb. 1, Tom Sizemore, Saving Private Ryan actor, dies at 61, Bryan Kohberger defense lawyers want gag order kept in Idaho killings case, Allentown School Board likely to vote on hiring Carol Birks as superintendent next week. That, Palmer says, shows that they're making progress. Monitor food temperatures during cold holding. Two doors have gaps that dont protect against insects and rodents. Response: An employee told a reporter to call the health department, not call the restaurant again and hung up. -Various cut vegetables and sandwich toppings in the cook line bain marie area stored open with no covering. You got to make sure you fix those things, and we did that right away, he said. But they get corrected. Inspection notes: Employee was observed going between cleaning and food preparation while wearing the same gloves; employee observed handling raw animal proteins then touching ready-to-eat foods while wearing the same gloves; bottled beverages stored in ice used as an ingredient in drinks; pizza stored in the kitchen beside the pizza oven without temperature control or records of cooking time or discard time; mop stored so that the head is stored directly on top of a box of bamboo skewers and condiment packages. Response: The diner is under new ownership in 2020. Inspections are conducted by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, or by some cities' health bureaus. Restaurant inspections The Colorado Department of Health and Environment (CDPHE) publishes inspection reports for restaurants, fast food operations, delis, markets, cafeterias, convenience stores and other types of retail food establishments we or our delegated county partners have inspected. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Employees not washing hands properly; handwash sink blocked by dried food, discarded aprons and pans. That would had been a cause to immediately shut down the restaurant in my opinion.". Davis also has decades of experience with inspections conducted by the Easton Board of Health at his Pearly Bakers Alehouse. Fridge thermometer not available or accessible. That means they're working. To read full reports on each inspection, visit https://www.pafoodsafety.pa.gov/Web/Inspection/PublicInspectionSearch.aspx. 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. Local laws regulate how frequently these inspections take place, and what specific items the inspectors look for, but, in general, environmental health inspectors check that safeguards are in. 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. as well as those county and local health departments that have . -Observed chicken, pastellios, and sausage being stored in the hot hold unit at 126F, 100F, & 101F, respectfully. All rights reserved (About Us). Visit the Restaurant Inspections Search webpage to begin your search. -Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the front counter/prep area. Refrigerators, freezers, stoves and food preparation equipment, including working tables were also replaced with more updated and more efficient equipment and furnishings. Louie's Restaurant . The -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. Skip to Content. And we asked the restaurants with the most violations (20 or more) what they've done to fix the problems cited. 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. Ceiling vent above soups on buffet line was covered in dust. Health inspectors conducted more than 3,700 assessments of 3,000 food-service facilities in the Lehigh Valley in 2019, uncovering 8,000 violations. Description: Wood log in kitchen being used with a cutting board as a prep table. Employee seen touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Description: Observed various foods stored directly on the floor throughout the entire kitchen area and the walk-in cooler. Bar soda gun nozzle, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and mold-like build-up. Food workers not wearing hair restraints. The full inspection report is available from that same screen. Date: 10/15/18. He says corporate provided documentation for the menu and other corrections were implemented quickly. The inspections cover restaurants, cafeterias, food markets, processors and other food establishments. -The Person in Charge does not have adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection.. -The slicer, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch. Old food, dishes and utensils in the handwash sink indicating uses other than hand washing. Food and grease-like buildup on floors, walls, ceiling and vents around hot line. This will show the violations from the last inspection, the comments from the inspector and give you an idea why that violation is important. Wall in waitstaff area is just unfinished drywall. Welcome To Weisenberg Township. Here's the breakdown for recent inspections in Lee County: Eight full-service and fast-casual restaurants received zero violations on their health and safety inspections in late July,. Address: 1808 MacArthur Road, Whitehall Township, Description: Open containers of of various foods and ingredients (guacamole, taco sauce, shredded lettuce, etc.) The exhaust fan unit that is above the cooking bank is laden with oil, grease, and food debris. In the room that is used to store sauces, in the rear of the store, numerous ceiling tiles were stained from water leaking from apartment above. Response: An employee who answered the phone said they were too busy to address the inspection violations. Gas utility was disconnected, so gas hot water heater was inoperable at time of inspection. Here are the results of food safety inspections in Lehigh and Northampton counties for the week of Oct. 28 to Nov. 3. "We never got closed down for our business. Corrected, -Observed 3 handwash sinks with empty towels dispensers in the Bakery Dept. -Ice machines were observed to have a dark mold-like residue on corners of ice chutes. Source: Pennsylvania Dept. These items included sea scallops at 50F, calamari at 47F, and duck confit at 49F. Kelly McEwan | For lehighvalleylive.comKelly McEwan | For lehighvalleylive.com, Address: 7720 Main St. Unit 7, Upper Macungie Township. Inspections for bars, taverns, snack bars, food processors, food warehouses, health food stores, markets and permanent outdoor barbeques are also available. Located in beautiful Northwestern Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, Weisenberg Township is 26.8 square miles of mostly rural, rolling hills. Product was promptly reheated. If you are planning to open a new facility or take over an existing facility, you must first contact the Allentown Health Bureau to complete the Food Service Application and start the process. Restaurant's response: Multiple calls were not returned by deadline. The food was still above 135F. Follow him on Twitter @SteveNovakLVL and Facebook. Rubber scapula utensils used for cooking are deformed and misshapen from heat, and are not durable under normal use. Buildup of grease and old food on kitchen equipment. Disclaimer: These records are sanitation and safety inspections conducted by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants on public food service establishments. "It's not as consistent a process as it's sometimes made out to be," Petropoulos said. "Now we do it regularly, and way better than we used to do. Gap in rear door does not protect against insects or rodents. Restaurants's response: "They were all minor. -The hand wash sink in the kitchen was observed to have a dirty pan in it. Corrected. All violations were corrected within 48 hours," owner John Pittas said by email. Lehigh Valley restaurant inspections: Jan. stored directly on walk-in cooler floor. At least once a year, Erie County Department of Health officials inspect all restaurants and stores that sell unpackaged food. -Prepared cakes in the second refrigerated display case are 48 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in both restroom areas to remind food employees to wash their hands. Food stored in walk-in cooler lacked dates or codes. Raw pork stored above raw lettuce in refrigerator. Produce must be stored above raw chicken and beef. Soups were discarded. If you're dining and see something questionable -- say, insects or vermin, cleaning supplies on a serving surface like a salad bar, or animals in the serving area -- you can call the Pennsylvania Agriculture Department at 866-366-3723 or fill out an online complaint form on the department's consumer protection page. 27 Restaurants That Passed the First Inspection with ZERO violation. Most restaurants are revealed to have at least a few violations in a given year, a lot of them fairly minor. (AGF / UIG via Getty Images). -Raw proteins such as pork belly and beef steaks were stored above ready to eat products in the refrigerator units. Address: 233 N. Route 100, Upper Macungie Township. We are definitely in compliance now., Address: 3395 High Point Blvd., Hanover Township, Northampton County, Description: Fruit fly infestation at bar area. Dirty ventilation ducts over food prep area. Dine-in service will be available, along with outdoor dining, takeout, and. Sheet pan of wontons observed on top of open trash can.. We have corrected everything, he said. Employee was observed handling dirty utensils and then serving food at the hot line without washing their hands in between. Raw beef stored over carrots in walk-in cooler. Ready-to-eat food stored in fridge not properly dated. Inspectors will conduct routine examinations and follow-ups when required, but inspections can also be spurred by complaints. Restaurant's response: Finding some health violations is not unusual in the restaurant business, but nothing seen at Gourmet Buffet & Grill was serious enough to warrant a shutdown, owner Ken Lin said. of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection database, Lehigh Valley restaurant inspections: Feb. 16-22, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Tom Sizemore, Saving Private Ryan actor, dies at 61, Bryan Kohberger defense lawyers want gag order kept in Idaho killings case, Allentown School Board likely to vote on hiring Carol Birks as superintendent next week. Corrected. See which of your local eateries had violations last week. 32 Restaurants That Passed the First Inspection with ZERO violation. Address: 4128 W. Tilghman St., South Whitehall Township. -Knives were stored in between prep tables. All rights reserved (About Us). Address: 7720 Main St., Upper Macungie Township. Container of raw meat stored in contact with cheese container and above cilantro; containers of plantains and green bananas were stored on the floor. 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. Date mark TCS foods. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Response: A manager deferred to the corporate office, which did not return a call or email seeking comment. Inspection Type: Regular. Place fried items on an alternative surface to absorb the oil. Chicken seen thawing in prep sink with no running water. Inspection notes: A bird was observed entering through a propped-open door (it subsequently flew out); no detectable concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution at the three-bay sink; container of scallions found in the ice machine (ice used as an ingredient may not also be used as an exterior coolant); broken eggs shells were found in the bulk container of BBQ sauce, which was subsequently discarded; cooked rice scoop was stored in water at 100 degrees Fahrenheit, not in water maintained at or above 135 degrees, as required. But it's a process designed to keep diners safe. The calls were not returned. Restaurant's response: A call for comment was not immediately returned. BUREAU OF FOOD SAFETY AND LABORATORY SERVICES 2301 N CAMERON STREET . Inspection notes: Improper use of rodenticide in dry storage area; food in walk-in and cooler on cook's line stored without covering; fridge on cook's line not working, requires repair or replacement; various foods stored too warm or improperly.