Here are the violations reported in food safety inspection reports from Montgomery County conducted the week of Sept. 23-29, 2023.
Each week, we highlight the inspection reports for retail food and drink establishments under the jurisdiction of the Montgomery County Office of Public Health. All establishments are inspected once per year, and inspectors may return several more times if the initial inspection is not passed or complaints are received. (For more information on how food safety inspections are conducted in Pennsylvania, view a list of FAQs.)
As noted by the MCOPH, the reports are merely a “snapshot” in time, and “may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment.” Many of the violations are corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the establishment.
You can view the complete inspection reports for any establishment in the county’s food safety inspection database. To report an illness after eating or drinking at an establishment, use the MCOPH’s complaint form. (Please don’t contact us: we do not inspect restaurants.)
CHINA KING
1050 E PHILADELPHIA AVE GILBERTSVILLE, PA 19525
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: Date marking lacking on food containers in walk-in cooler. All foods that are TCS, RTE, and held longer than 24hrs must be marked with a discard date not to exceed 7days or the manufacturers sell by date, which ever is shorter. Commercially processed foods must also include an open date. EHS left copy of date marking guidance document at the time of inspection.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Several food items in walk-in cooler uncovered.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Employee personal items stored on top of dry goods products.41 – wiping cloths; properly used & stored
- Comments: Wet wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Ice build-up in both chest freezers.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Chest freezer lid in disrepair. Repair or replace.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Cardboard lining shelves in front of cooksline.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Basin of mop sink unclean with mold-like buildup. Clean and sanitize mop sink.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Floor behind and surrounding cooksline unclean with grease-like buildup.56 – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
- Comments: Dust-like buildup observed at left side of hood filters above cooksline.
CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL #8907
2575 MARYLAND RD WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Final rinse temperature of high temperature ware washing machine observed at less than 180F or over 194F. Facility must cease use of ware washing machine for sanitizing and must sanitize in the ware washing sink. Facility may not use unit until serviced, supplying final rinse temperature of 180F – 194F, AND written permission is granted by MCOPH. Failure to comply could lead to legal action. Fax or email report showing final rinse temperature to the contact provided by your EHS.38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: Rodent like droppings observed in dry storage room. Facility must immediately clean and sanitize area. Facility must be treated by professional pest control service for the above mentioned pest. Report must be provided to MCOPH with in ten business days. Fax or email the service report to the contacts provided by the EHS. Pcwo from previous day provided at time of inspection.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: In-use utensils stored in stagnant water in between uses.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Some portable cutting boards with deep grooves and stained.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Floor under ware wash machine unclean with pooling stagnate water.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Dried grease dripping down wall at rear food prep kitchen area. Clean.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Under side of shelving above ranges unclean with dried on debris.51 – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- Comments: Plumbing under bar ware wash sink not properly aligned with floor drain causing water to pool on floor under sinks.51 – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- Comments: Plumbing leak observed under ware wash machine pre rinse sink
ROCCO’S BRICK OVEN PIZZERIA
1339 SANDY HILL RD NORRISTOWN, PA 19401
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 6 – proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
- Comments: Employee beverage stored on food prep surface.9 – no bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
- Comments: Employee handled ready to eat food with bare hands.16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Cutting board with deep grooves and heavy discoloration19 – proper reheating procedures for hot holding
- Comments: Food not properly reheated to 165F for hot holding purposes.21 – proper hot holding temperatures
- Comments: Food items at hot holding unit observed with an internal temperature less than 135F. Facility rapidly reheated to 165F39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: employee using top of trash can to hold container of food39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: foods uncovered in some cold units40 – personal cleanliness
- Comments: Food handler lacking hair/beard restraint41 – wiping cloths; properly used & stored
- Comments: Wet wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
VINNY’S PIZZARAMA 2
1250 BETHLEHEM PIKE UNIT A HATFIELD, PA 19440
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 6 – proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
- Comments: (2x Repeat) Opened employee beverages stored on prep surfaces throughout facility. Facility voluntarily relocated and/or discarded items during inspection. Failure to correct and maintain multiple repeat violations may lead to legal action.15 – food separated & protected
- Comments: Raw chicken stored above ready-to-eat foods in prep refrigerator.19 – proper reheating procedures for hot holding
- Comments: Marinara sauce in steam table observed with internal temperature of 125F. Facility reheated item to a minimum of 165F during inspection prior to returning to hot holding.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: (2x Repeat) Date marking lacking on some food containers in walk-in refrigerator. All foods that are TCS, RTE, and held longer than 24hrs must be marked with a discard date not to exceed 7days or the manufacturers sell by date, which ever is shorter. Commercially processed foods must also include an open date. Failure to correct and maintain multiple repeat violations may lead to legal action.28 – toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
- Comments: Spray paint stored on top of shelf containing equipment and utensils for prep. Facility relocated item during inspection.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Open original cans of food products not used in their entirety or remainder not transferred to a food-grade container after opening.54 – garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- Comments: Grease barrel in trash/refuse area lid not installed at time of inspection. Facility installed lid during inspection.54 – garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- Comments: Linen rag container stored outside behind facility is not rodent-resistant. Provide rodent-resistant container or locker or relocate indoors.
MANGO TREE BISTRO, INC.
2717 RIDGE PIKE NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: Hand sink obstructed at time of inspection.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: food items stored in grocery bags in walk in cooler39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: splash guard lacking between food prep sink and mop sink55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: floor in walk in cooler unclean
EL JEFE MEXICAN FOOD
918 E.WILLOW GROVE AVE WYNDMOOR, PA 19038
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- Comments: follow-up – facility has sealed mop sink to the rear and side wall. – facility has provided one inch air gap at ware washing sink. – facility has closed gaps at rear and front doors. Facility must correct and maintain all noted violations. Facility has hot and cold water of adequate temperature and pressure. Hand sinks and restrooms are fully stock. Refrigeration operating at appropriate temperatures.
Date of Previous Inspection: 09-25-2023
- 38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: gap at bottom of front door and bottom and sides of rear door. Close gap to exclude pest.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: mop sink not secured and sealed to wall.51 – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- Comments: Inadequate air gap observed at 3 bay sink for food prep. Pipe hanging below flood level rim of drain. Facility has until re-inspection to provide proper air gap of at least 1 inch. Facility previously emailed example during inspection.
EL LIMON MEXICAN TAQUERIA
314 MADISON ST STE 1002 LANSDALE, PA 19446
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility granted 6 months to attain. Due date has not yet passed. Failure to comply by the given deadline could lead to legal action.6 – proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
- Comments: Opened employee beverages stored on and above food prep tables and on shelving amongst utensils for service throughout facility.15 – food separated & protected
- Comments: Raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat items in 2 door reach-in refrigerator.16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Sanitizer concentration of 0ppm quaternary ammonium observed at three basin sink. EHS instructed facility on proper sanitizer use and concentration during inspection. Facility adjusted to manufacturer’s recommended range during inspection (400ppm).21 – proper hot holding temperatures
- Comments: TCS foods in steam table observed below an approved temperature range of 135F. Facility stated that steam table was not turned on. Facility instructed to reheat these items at griddle or grill to a minimum of 165F prior to returning to steam table.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: Facility lacking adequate date marking of prepared TCS RTE foods to be stored in facility for longer than 24 hours. Adequate date marking of these items consists of a discard date not to exceed 7 days from, and including, date of preparation, and may not exceed manufacturer’s discard date(s). EHS e-mailed date marking guidelines to facility during inspection.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: Cooked carnitas and soup product observed stored in reach-in refrigerator with prep dates of 09/17/23, having exceeded a 7 day maximum. Facility voluntarily discarded these items during inspection.28 – toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
- Comments: Unlabeled chemical spray bottle observed at front service area.28 – toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
- Comments: Chemical spray bottles stored amongst utensils for service at beverage utensil storage area adjacent to point of sale.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Food stored directly in printed grocery-style bags in cold holding units.40 – personal cleanliness
- Comments: Food handlers lacking hair restraints at time of inspection.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Ice scoops stored on top of ice machine and not in holster inside of ice machine.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Knives stored in crevice of prep refrigerator.44 – utensils, equipment & linens; properly stored, dried, & handled
- Comments: Facility observed wet nesting cleaned wares following wares being washed, rinsed and sanitized. These items must fully air dry following being cleaned prior to stacking.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: Facility observed re-using single-use containers not intended to be re-used for other food products.56 – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
- Comments: Employee clothing stored on dry storage rack amongst foods for preparation, and employee personal items stored on shelf above prep table amongst utensils and foods for preparation.
BAKER’S KITCHEN, LLC
1413 BRUCE RD ORELAND, PA 19075
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- Comments: Change of ownership inspection: – facility removed front counter and display case. – extended wall to create dry storage room to left of entrance. – walk-ins removed by previous owner – replaced with regular refrigeration. – repaired all floors except office with epoxy sealant, all wall with semi gloss epoxy paint, and replaced all ceiling tiles with USG 3260.
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility lacking sign stating that The most recent health inspection report is available on request. Sign must be posted conspicuously for the public. EHS supplied one.2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility granted 6 months to attain. Failure to comply by the given deadline could lead to legal action. EHS left copy of reciprocity application and fee schedule.10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: lacking hand washing signage at kitchen hand sinks.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: gap below grease trap, seal to floor.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: rest room hand sink not sealed to wall.53 – toilet facilities; properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- Comments: lacking covered trash receptacle in unisex restroom.
PEEPS DINER
333 MAIN ST HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 28 – toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
- Comments: Sanitizer bucket stored on food prep surface. Facility relocated.40 – personal cleanliness
- Comments: Food handler lacking hair restraint. Employees obtained hats by end of inspection.
BACKCOUNTRY BITES
314 FRETZ RD TELFORD, PA 18969
Last Inspection Date: 09-27-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility lacking sign stating that The most recent health inspection report is available on request. Sign must be posted conspicuously for the public. EHS supplied one.2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility granted 6 months to attain. Failure to comply by the given deadline could lead to legal action. EHS left copy of reciprocity application and fee schedule.5 – procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- Comments: Facility lacking a written policy / procedure addressing the clean-up of a vomit or diarrheal event. EHS supplied a sample policy.
TACO BELL – LONG JOHN SILVERS #2060
1700 N BROAD ST LANSDALE, PA 19446
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- Comments: Purpose for follow up is to confirm Facility has properly cleaned and sanitized all possibly contaminated areas from ansul system discharge & extinguisher use on 9-25-23. At time of inspection the following was observed: – Facility has hot and cold water available under pressure. – Ansul system recharged with new tags present. – Facility has all utilities intact. – Facility has cleaned and sanitized all possibly contaminated surfaces and equipment with approved sanitizer. – Facility has supplied a list of discarded items by email. – refrigeration operating at appropriate temperatures. – restrooms and hand sink are fully stocked. MCOPH grants facility permission to open and operate at time of inspection contingent upon all other necessary approvals.
Date of Previous Inspection: 09-25-2023
- Comments: MCOPH was notified via Hatfield Township Fire Marshal of fire at facility. Fire Marshal informed MCOPH of fire on Taco Bell side of kitchen cook’s line around fryers. ANSUL system was discharged and a fire extinguisher was used on and around equipment. At time of arrival EHS observed no fire had already been extinguished and no structural or equipment damaged had occurred. No fire odor observed. Discharge from ANSUL and fire extinguisher observed on equipment and floor. Facility was instructed that it is closed by MCOPH and must remain closed until the following conditions are met, AND facility receives inspection and written permission from MCOPH to re-open: -All surfaces in kitchen (ceilings, walls, equipment, floors) must be cleaned and sanitized from top-down. -All open and or exposed food items and open/exposed single-use items must be discarded. -Packaging of any hermetically sealed products (foods, single-use utensils, etc) exposed to soot or debris must be cleaned and sanitized. -All multi-use wares / utensils exposed to soot or debris must be cleaned and sanitized. -All equipment surface, inside and out, exposed to soot or debris must be cleaned and sanitized. -Facility must supply MCOPH a list of all discarded food and single use items. – Hot and cold water of adequate temperature and pressure supplied. Refrigeration operating at proper temperatures. All electrical and gas systems functioning. Should facility not be in compliance at that time and does not cancel facility will NOT be granted permission to re-open and a $340.00 re-inspection fee will be required for all subsequent site visits. If facility is granted permission to re-open, permission will be contingent upon all other necessary approvals by other agencies. Facility must contact MCOPH for re-opening inspection.
BONEFISH GRILL #0301
1015 EASTON RD WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: Fly-like insects observed at bar area. Facility has 10 business days to provide proof of next professional pest control treatment to MCOPH.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: Single service cups used as scoops in sauces in prep top refrig.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Some portable cutting boards with deep grooves.51 – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- Comments: Plumbing leak observed at ware wash machine pre rinse sink.
DUNKIN’ DONUTS – BASKIN ROBBINS
230 S EASTON RD GLENSIDE, PA 19038
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 40 – personal cleanliness
- Comments: Food/beverage handlers lacking hair restraints.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Interior sides of reach down ice cream freezers observed with ice accumulation.52 – sewage & waste water properly disposed
- Comments: Leak observed in ceiling coming from HVAC system ceiling vent to left of back door in rear of facility. Secondary leak coming from system behind walk-in refrigerator. Facility must send paperwork to MCOPH detailing repairs have been completed so ceiling is no longer leaking. No food or equipment was affected by leak at time of inspection. Failure to comply may lead to legal action and/or closure.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: (2XR)Ceiling tile missing near the storage area in the rear of the facility. Failure to correct and maintai9n multiple repeat violations may result in legal action.
VALENTINO’S PIZZERIA
1634 W High ST Stowe, PA 19464
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: Hand sink in front of kitchen doorway obstructed.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Containers of food stored on floor of walk-in cooler.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Ice scoop stored inside of ice machine.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Mop not stored hanging or inverted to dry.
APOLLO PIZZA
112 S EASTON RD GLENSIDE, PA 19038
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Expired food license posted. Locate current license and post or request a duplicate from MCOPH.1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility lacking sign stating that the most recent health inspection report is available on request. Sign must be posted conspicuously for the public. EHS emailed one.15 – food separated & protected
- Comments: Raw shell eggs stored above lettuce in walk-in refrigerator.16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Remote stored on in-use cutting board at pizza prep refrigerator.16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Can opener blade observed with heavy accumulation.28 – toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
- Comments: Employee medications stored on and above prep surfaces in kitchen areas.38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: Fruit fly-like insects observed in employee restroom. Facility must be treated by professional pest control service for the above mentioned pest. Report must be provided to MCOPH within 10 business days. Email the service report to the contact provided by the EHS.38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: (5XR)Rodent like droppings observed along perimeter of kitchen on floors and in basement areas. Facility must immediately clean and sanitize areas. Facility must be treated by professional pest control service for the above mentioned pest. Report must be provided to MCOPH within 10 business days. Email the service report to the contact provided by the EHS. Failure to correct and maintain multiple repeat violations may lead to legal action.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Food prep sink obstructed by large bins.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Metal material tape observed on cook’s like grease hood system exterior.48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: Lacking quat test strips.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Fan guard of walk-in refrigerator observed with dust accumulation.53 – toilet facilities; properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- Comments: Employee restroom door lacking self closing mechanism.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Floor of walk-in refrigerator with rust like surface. Provide smooth, nonporous, easily cleanable surface.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Ceiling tile missing above 3 bay sink/prep sink area.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Cove base under exterior of walk-in freezer door in kitchen peeling off and observed with rusted materials.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Wood door of employee restroom unsealed. Provide smooth, nonporous, easily cleanable surface.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Floor damage observed in basement by steps.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Heavy debris accumulation observed on floor in basement storage area.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Cleanable ceiling above storage areas of basement observed with water damage and mold-like growth. No active leaking observed.56 – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
- Comments: Wallet stored on food prep table.
NONNO’S BAKERY
100 S YORK RD HATBORO, PA 19040
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: Coffee counter hand sink obstructed at time of inspection.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: Gallon of expired milk observed in use in kitchen reach in refrigerator38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: 2XR: Rodent like droppings observed throughout facility. Facility must immediately clean and sanitize area. Facility must be treated by professional pest control service for the above mentioned pest. Report must be provided to MCOPH with in ten business days. Fax or email the service report to the contacts provided by the EHS.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Cases of food items not elevated off ground level in walk in freezer.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Exterior of walk in freezer door unclean with mold like accumulation. Clean and sanitize.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Floor in walk in freezer with dried on debris.56 – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
- Comments: Lacking light shield or shatter proof bulb in cake display refrig.
WEAVER’S WAY CO-OP AMBLER
217 E BUTLER AVE APT A AMBLER, PA 19002
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 6 – proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
- Comments: Employee beverages and food stored on food prep surface through out facility.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: facility made garlic oil held longer than 7 days from prep. Facility voluntarily discarded.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: facility prepared foods marked only with date of prep. All foods that are TCS, RTE, and held longer than 24hrs must be marked with a discard date not to exceed 7days or the manufacturers sell by date, which ever is shorter. Commercially processed foods must also include an open date. EHS left copy of date marking guidance document at the time of inspection. 2 x repeat. Failure to correct and maintain repeat violations could lead to legal action.29 – compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
- Comments: facility approved for re-use of facility supplied returnable MCOPH approved containers. Facility using glass jars with screw top lids that have not been evaluated. Facility to stop use until submitted and approved.36 – thermometers provided & accurate
- Comments: Facility lacking readily visible and accurate thermometer in multiple refrigeration units.38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: insect control device mounted over prep / storage space in prepared foods.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Shelving in walk in freezer in back warehouse area not a minimum of 6 inches elevated off the floor.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Food open / containers not in original container stored in unapproved area of back room, lacks smooth non-porous, and easily cleaned cove, wall, and over head protection.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: dry spice dispensing scoops for consumer self service left in containers with handles touching product.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Frost build up in retail freezer.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: damaged / missing caulk at meat room ware washing and seafood prep sink.48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: meat room QAC test strips expired in meat ware washing area.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: spill under shelving in walk-in refrig.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: honey comb like vent in top of produce case with mold like accumulation and water scale accumulation on interior top.56 – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
- Comments: employee belonging stored over food and with unprotected clean linens.
KABU EAST NORRITON
2650 DEKALB PIKE NORRISTOWN, PA 19401
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: metal scrub brush stored in kitchen hand sink14 – required records available; shellstock tags, parasite destruction
- Comments: Facility lacking current parasite destruction letter. Facility must provide within 24 hours16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: prep cooler cutting board with deep grooves and heavy discoloration39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: flour stored in open original bag on dry storage shelf43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Tongs stored on oven door handle along cooks line.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Bowl/cup used as scoop stored obtain dry goods/food items.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: Single service containers stored with food contact surface exposed47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: sushi display case plastic door panel is damaged47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: aluminum foil lining trays for toaster oven55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: floor drain grate missing in men’s public restroom
DELIAH & DEAN
219 E HIGH ST POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- Comments: Facility has no noted violations at time of inspection, maintain compliance.
STEG’S BBQ AND CATERING SERVICES
884 MAIN ST HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility has valid servsafe. Facility must submit application and payment within 48 business hours. EHS emailed copy of reciprocity application and fee schedule at time of inspection.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Heavy grooves/discoloration on cutting board. Resurface or replace.
EZ MART & SUBWAY
1 N YORK RD HATBORO, PA 19040
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 22 – proper cold holding temperatures
- Comments: Individual coffee creamers labeled keep refrigerated stored on retail counter and were above approved cold holding temp of 41 degrees f. Facility discards creamers at time of inspection.48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: Facility lacking test strips to verify proper concentration of chemical sanitizer on hand.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Section of wall repaired above ice machine unfinished and not sealed. Seal area with a minimum of a semi gloss paint.
BETTER ON THE BONE
434 E HIGH ST POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility operating without a MCOPH license. Facility has 24 hours to submit license application and appropriate fee.2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH) or previous certificate has expired. Facility must submit application and payment OR proof of registration in an approved course with in 30 days.10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: Hand sink obstructed at time of inspection.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: Boxes of single service food contact items stored in facility rest room. Facility voluntarily relocated single service items.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Deli display condenser line draining into bucket.
HARRY’S BLUE BELL TAPROOM
1 W BUTLER AVE AMBLER, PA 19002
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- Comments: Follow-up to routine inspection 9-22-23 for food and single use item storage in unapproved vault area. Facility has relocated all items to approved areas. To use vault for storage only (no food handling) facility must submit a scope of work and gain approval prior to starting any work. Scope of work to include details of surface finish, when work will be performed, and containment measures. to gain approval facility will need to: – supply smooth non-porous and easily cleaned floor surface. – supply cove base – supply approved surface finish to unfinished ceiling area around light, and area of rust build -up on ceiling and wall. – supply smooth non-porous and easily cleaned wall surface finish particularly seam in wall and recessed screws in rear left corner. – Seal cubbies to wall and each other. – seal / cover electrical conduit to ceiling when over storage. Note any painted surface need to be a semi gloss or hi gloss finish.
Date of Previous Inspection: 09-22-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility lacking sign stating that The most recent health inspection report is available on request. Sign must be posted conspicuously for the public. EHS emailed copy. 2 X Repeat. Failure to correct and maintain repeat violations could lead to legal action.1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Food establishment license renewal past due, current license expired. Due 8-31-23. EHS emailed invoice at the time of inspection.15 – food separated & protected
- Comments: raw shell eggs stored over RTE in walk-in refrig.23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: Facility using date of prep only. All foods that are TCS, RTE, and held longer than 24hrs must be marked with a discard date not to exceed 7days or the manufacturers sell by date, which ever is shorter. Commercially processed foods must also include an open date. EHS left copy of date marking guidance document at the time of inspection.36 – thermometers provided & accurate
- Comments: Facility lacking readily visible and accurate thermometers in several basement chest freezers.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: Chest freezers in basement stored directly under main sewage drain line.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: food and single use items stored in unapproved upstairs vault. facility has one business day to relocate.41 – wiping cloths; properly used & stored
- Comments: damp wiping clothes stored on prep surface.44 – utensils, equipment & linens; properly stored, dried, & handled
- Comments: clean wares stored on lid of grease trap.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: single use items in unapproved area of basement.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: water scale accumulation on front lower exterior of ice machine.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: floor not sealed under storage with spices.
FLEX LLC
8158 OGONTZ AVE WYNCOTE, PA 19095
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- Comments: Follow-up conducted today to verify repair of 3 bay sink. At time of inspection no leaking observed. Facility also provided proof of food manager course registration during follow-up. In the event of an emergency such as power outage, loss of water supply, loss of hot water, fire, flood, sewage leak / back-up or other imminent health hazard; facility MUST cease all operation and notify MCOPH immediately. Failure to comply may result in legal action. If after hours call 610-278-5117 and follow the instructions for the “on-call” system. Facility has hot and cold water of adequate temperature and pressure. Hand sinks and restrooms are fully stocked. Refrigeration operating at appropriate temperatures.
Date of Previous Inspection: 09-22-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility food license delinquent as of 8/31/23. Facility granted 48 business hours to submit payment to MCOPH. Invoice emailed during inspection. Failure to comply may lead to legal action and/or closure.1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility lacking sign stating that the most recent health inspection report is available on request. Sign must be posted conspicuously for the public. EHS emailed one.2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility granted 6 months from opening to obtain (by 2/6/23). Facility must submit application and payment OR proof of registration in an approved course within 48 business hours. EHS emailed reciprocity application. Failure to comply may lead to legal action.10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: No paper towels at hand sink.38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: Front door propped open without screen protection.48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: Lacking chlorine test strips.51 – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- Comments: 3 bay left end basin observed leaking from under basin. A follow-up inspection will be conducted 9/25/23 to verify repair.55 – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
- Comments: Tape observed on wall to right of 3 bay sink on soffit.
SORRENTINO PASTA + PROVISIONS
162 POPLAR ST AMBLER, PA 19002
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2023
- Comments: Opening Inspection. Facility is confirmed to have met the conditions indicated below: -Toilet rooms have self-closing doors and women’s or unisex toilet rooms have covered trash receptacle. – All light fixtures in food prep, food storage, and in equipment are shatter resistant or shielded. – All refrigeration is in service and operating at appropriate temperatures; have accurate and readily visible thermometers. – All construction equipment and materials have been completely removed from the establishment, and is free of all debris and dust. – All surfaces are finished according to approved plans / MCPHC and cleaned and sanitized from the top down with an approved sanitizer. – All Equipment and food contact surface cleaned and sanitized, inside and out, with approved sanitizer. – All sinks have are supplied with hot and cold water of adequate temperature and pressure. – All hand sinks are fully stocked with single service paper towels, hand soap, trash receptacle, and hand washing signs. – Approved sanitizer and complimentary test strips and food probe thermometer area available. – Air gaps of at least 1 inch or twice the pipe diameter as indicated by MCPHC; e.g. prep sinks, ice machines, steamer, and sink flood rims etc.
- 2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility granted 6 months to attain. Failure to comply by the given deadline could lead to legal action. EHS left copy of reciprocity application and fee schedule.
THE PERSIAN GRILL
637 GERMANTOWN PIKE LAFAYETTE HILL, PA 19444
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2023
- Comments: notation: facility has corrected and maintained all other violations indicated on inspection report dated 8-10-23
- 2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: facility has MCOPH CFSM certificate. must post at facility
Date of Previous Inspection: 08-10-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility lacking sign stating that The most recent health inspection report is available on request. Sign must be posted conspicuously for the public. EHS supplied one.2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: MCOPH Certified Food Sanitation Manager Certificate not posted at time of inspection.10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: Lacking single service towels for hand sink in back area.15 – food separated & protected
- Comments: Soda lines in direct contact with public serving ice at bar15 – food separated & protected
- Comments: Food uncovered throughout refrigeration units16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Soda gunsholster at bar unclean16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: interior of ice machine unclean. Clean and sanitize according to owner’s manual.16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Cutting board with deep grooves and heavy discoloration23 – proper date marking & disposition
- Comments: Date marking lacking on food containers in refrigeration. (5xR)36 – thermometers provided & accurate
- Comments: Facility lacking visible accurate thermometers in several cold units.38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: Fly-like insects observed throughout facility. Facility has 10 business days to provide proof of next professional pest control treatment to MCOPH38 – insect, rodents & animals not present
- Comments: Back door propped open.40 – personal cleanliness
- Comments: Food handler lacking hair restraint43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Tongs stored on oven door handle along cooks line.43 – in-use utensils; properly stored
- Comments: Scoop handle of ice and rice touching the product.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Torn door gasket observed on prep unit near cooks line.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Absorbent cloth lining surface underneath cutting board.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Raw wood under dish machine area.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: Foil lining shelves throughout kitchen area.48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: 2 bay prep sink used as a manual ware washing area.49 – non-food contact surfaces clean
- Comments: Hood filters unclean
EMILIANO’S PIZZA
54 N YORK RD WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2023
- Comments: Follow up inspection conducted to ensure repairs to front counter hand sink have been made. At time of inspection hand sink was repaired with hot and cold running water under pressure. Sink was stocked with soap and paper towels.
Date of Previous Inspection: 09-21-2023
- 1 – person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- Comments: Facility posting an expired MCOPH food permit. Records show facility is up to date. Facility must apply for a duplicate permit.10 – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
- Comments: No hot water at front counter hand sink. A 24 hour follow up inspection will occur.16 – food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
- Comments: Facility using soap and water with no sanitizer in wiping cloth buckets.39 – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
- Comments: 60 lb bucket of malt syrup under prep table large hole in lid. Seal item.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: Boxes of single service items not elevated off ground.45 – single-use & single-service articles; properly stored & used
- Comments: Facility washing and reusing white plastic buckets that originally contained commercial processed food as secondary food grade containers.47 – food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- Comments: White plastic buckets being used for tossing wings in sauce are what would be considered a single service container. These buckets are not intended to be washed and reused.48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: 3 compartment sink improperly set up at time of inspection.54 – garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- Comments: Trash totes overflowing with lid not able to be closed.56 – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
- Comments: Lacking light shield or shatter proof bulb above cooks line.
BROTHERS KERSHNER BREWING COMPANY
4119 Skippack Pike Skippack, PA 19474
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2023
- 48 – warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, & used; test strips
- Comments: Expired test strips July 15 2020. Replace.
HAPPY GARDEN
10 ALLISON RD ORELAND, PA 19075
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2023
- Comments: Follow-up inspection conducted today to verify repair of mop sink. At time of inspection both hot and cold water supplied at sink and both handles installed. In the event of an emergency such as power outage, loss of water supply, loss of hot water, fire, flood, sewage leak / back-up or other imminent health hazard; facility MUST cease all operation and notify MCOPH immediately. Failure to comply may result in legal action. If after hours call 610-278-5117 and follow the instructions for the “on-call” system. Facility has hot and cold water of adequate temperature and pressure. Hand sinks and restrooms are fully stocked. Refrigeration operating at appropriate temperatures.
Date of Previous Inspection: 09-22-2023
- 2 – certified food protection manager
- Comments: (5XR)Facility lacking a Certified Food Sanitation Manager (CFSM) issued by Montgomery County Office of Public Health (MCOPH). Facility was previously granted 6 months from change of ownership to obtain, by 2/9/2020. Facility has failed to supply MCOPH with proof of course registration at time of follow-up. Citation to be issued due to repeat non-compliance.51 – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- Comments: Hot water supply restored to mop sink but cold water handle now missing. A follow-up inspection to be conducted on 9/25/23 to verify compliance. Sink must have hot and cold handles both installed and hot and cold water supply. Failure to comply may lead to legal action.
Source: Berkshire mont