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Lehigh Valley restaurant inspections: March 11-17

Morning Call - 3/23/2018

March 23--Here are the results of food safety inspections in Lehigh and Northampton counties for the week of March 11-17.

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 department's statewide inspection database.

The inspections cover restaurants, cafeterias, food markets, processors and other food establishments. To read full reports on each inspection, visit https://www.pafoodsafety.pa.gov/Web/Inspection/PublicInspectionSearch.aspx

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. 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.

Disclaimer: According to the Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Laboratory Services division, "inspections are a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the facility." For more information on how the inspections are conducted, view a list of FAQs.

LEHIGH COUNTY

1760 Pub and Grille

1176 S TREXLERTOWN RD Trexlertown, PA 18087

Date: 3/14/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-Commercially processed refrigerated, ready to eat, time/temperature control for safety food, located in the cold hold unit, and held more than 24 hours, is not being marked with the date it was opened.

Betza's Restaurant

602 N FRONT ST Allentown, PA 18102

Date: 3/14/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: Out

Violation(s): 2

Inspector Comments:

-Need Consumer Statement for raw/undercooked foods on menus. Currently not on menu.

-Hand sink in the kitchen is not operating. Repair or replace to have fully operational at all times, Paper towels,soap,and waste can are to be available.

China King of Allentown

1901 HAMILTON ST Allentown, PA 18104

Date: 3/14/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-2 cans of bamboo shoots and one can of tomato sauce were severely dented and being stored in the dry storage cabinet. Discard these and monitor can stock regularly to remove dented cans. Education was provided on monitoring techniques.

New Happy Garden

501 N 7TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102

Date: 3/14/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 2

Inspector Comments:

-Rice was found setting above the wok at 101 degrees F. All food in hot holding must be maintained at or above 135 degrees F. The out of temperature product was discarded.

-The paper towel dispenser in the bathroom was empty. Keep paper towels stocked at the paper towel dispenser in the bathroom.

Puzzles

723 S 8TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18103

Date: 3/14/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: Out

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-Soap was not available at the hand wash sink in the bar area. Hand wash sinks must be supplied with soap at all times.

Damany Center

4536 HAMILTON BLVD Allentown, PA 18103

Date: 3/13/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 2

Inspector Comments:

-No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the resteroom area to remind food employees to wash their hands.

-Observed food stored directly on the floor in storage closet, rather than 6 inches off of the floor as required.

Sarandonga

233 HAMILTON ST Allentown, PA 18101

Date: 3/13/18

Inspection Type: Opening

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-3 dented cans were being stored in the walk in cooler for use in food preparation. Monitor can stock regularly for severe dents and discard all dented cans. Education was provided for monitoring and identifying severe dents.

NY Style Stromboli Pizza

514 N 17TH ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18104

Date: 3/12/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 2

Inspector Comments:

-The can opener blade is dirty. Clean and sanitize the can opener blade.

-The pizzas held at room temperature were not labeled. Label these pizzas to indicate when they are removed from temperature control. The pizzas must be discarded after four hours.

Sewards Steak Shop

202 S 17TH ST Allentown, PA 18104

Date: 3/12/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 2

Inspector Comments:

-A food employee was observed using hand sanitizer on their gloves instead of taking off gloves, washing their hands, and putting on a new pair of gloves. When switching tasks, old gloves must be removed and hands must be washed before putting on a new pair.

-Cutting boards, a food contact surface, were being stored less than six inches off the floor next to a dirty mop bucket. Additionally, a used floor buffer pad was in contact with the cutting boards. Store cutting boards six inches or higher off the floor and keep separate from cleaning equipment. As discussed with the operator, the boards will be washed, rinsed, and sanitized before use.

Speedway

4002 CHESTNUT ST Emmaus, PA 18049

Date: 3/12/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-Slight residue build up on some of the nozzles of the self serve soda fountain machine.

Subway

755 HANOVER AVE Allentown, PA 18109

Date: 3/12/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: Out

Violation(s): 3

Inspector Comments:

-The hand washing sink that is in the rear of the store did not have hot water available when the faucet was turned on. Employee stated that the hot water may have been turned off to that sink. Hot water greater than 100 degrees F is to be available at all sinks at all time for proper hand washing to be done.

-Observed at entry that employee came from preparation room and then immediately placed gloves on, without first washing hands as is required. Wash hands prior to placing gloves on to handle food.

-The hand washing sink that is near the soda dispensing unit , nearest the drive through did not have paper towels available. Staff stated that this sink is not used, and only the sink in the front of the store is used. The sink if not used, should then be removed, or paper towels are to always be available at the sink for use.

Wawa Food Market

3321 WILLOW LN MACUNGIE, PA 18062

Date: 3/12/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-Interior of the undercounter ice machine, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY

Daily Grind

116 E Main Street Bath, PA 18014

Date: 3/16/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-Refrigerated ready to eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 24 hours, located in the cooler, is not being date marked. COS by reviewing datemarking requirements with owner at the time of inspection.

Feasta Pizza

1826 Leithsville rd Hellertown, PA 18055

Date: 3/15/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-No sign or poster posted at the hand wash sink in the food prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands.

Scratch Easton

325 NORTHAMPTON ST Easton, PA 18042

Date: 3/15/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 2

Inspector Comments:

-Black slime was visible in the ice machine. Discard the ice and clean and sanitize the ice machine.

-Flour is stored in an open bag in the dry storage area. Secure the bag during storage or place the flour into a lidded storage bin.

My Place Restaurant

270 E Northampton Street Bath, PA 18014

Date: 3/13/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: In

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-Commercially processed refrigerated, ready to eat, time/temperature control for safety food, located in the walk-in cooler , and held more than 24 hours, is not being marked with the date it was opened. COS by reviewing requirements with owner

Joe's Market

235 NORTHAMPTON ST Easton, PA 18042

Date: 3/12/18

Inspection Type: Regular

Compliance: Out

Violation(s): 1

Inspector Comments:

-The Person in Charge is not maintaining this facility in a clean and sanitary condition as required.

Source: Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection database

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