Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of Dec. 3.
Each week, we highlight the inspection reports provided through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The department performs the inspections in many areas, while some municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem conduct their own inspections.
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 Department of Agriculture, the reports are merely a “snapshot” in time, and they may not be representative of the restaurant’s long-term condition. Many of the violations are corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the establishment.
If a food provider is considered “out of compliance”, that means it has one or more violations that require a return visit by an inspector. The establishment is given time to fix the violations and remains open for business.
You can view the complete inspection reports for any establishment in the Department of Agriculture’s food safety inspection database. To report an illness after eating or drinking at an establishment, use the department’s complaint form. (Please don’t contact us: we do not inspect restaurants.)
3rd & Ferry Fish Market
56 S 3rd St., Easton
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 4
The can opener, in basement food prep area, area is creating metal slivers and it is not cutting the can surface effectively. Replace the dull blade.
The mechanical ware washing machine has a lime scale buildup inside the machine and on the spray arms. Clean the machine to remove the lime scale.
The bar gun holster at the end of the bar, requires cleaning. The under-counter freezer at the bar requires cleaning. Clean the holster and freezer.
The hand washing sink in the waitstaff area is not secured to the wall. Secure this sink to the wall.
Allegheny Creek Brewing Company Food Trailer
690 Allegheny Rd., Mount Bethel
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Altagracia Mercedes Family Day Care
406 N 6th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Anasol Day Care
769 W Emaus Ave., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/8/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Apple Blossom Village Ice Cream Truck
690 Allegheny Rd., Mount Bethel
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Bangor Dollar General 25584
90 N Main St., Bangor
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Beck’s Land & Sea House
997 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Change of Owner by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration.
Observed wall/backsplash at the warewash/dishwasher pre-rinse area to be heavily de-laminated/soiled.
Bethlehem YMCA
430 E Broad St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Big Papa’s
1236 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 12/8/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 4
Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, is not being date marked. Label all food with the name of the food and the date on which it was prepared.
The exhaust hood over the cooking equipment does not have grease filters in place. Install the correct filters.
Chlorine chemical sanitizer residual detected in the final sanitizer rinse cycle of the low temperature sanitizing dishwasher was <10ppm, and not 50-100 ppm as required. Repair the dishwasher so the correct concentration of chlorine is reached. Saniti
Cracked and missing floor tiles were observed in this facility. Replace all cracked and missing tiles.
Big Woody’s
1302 Hanover Ave., Ste 1410, Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Birthright Brewing Co.
57 S Main St., Nazareth
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Byron Place
124 S Walnut St., Bath
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Candlewood Suites
1630 Spillman Dr., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Carl’s Corner, LLC
2 W Elizabeth Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Democratic Association of Bethlehem
540 N New St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 5
At time of inspection a sauce that was not in original containers, on the kitchen counter area, was not labeled or dated with the common name of the food and left out not refrigerated. PIC stated did not have to be refrigerated, but no label or product direction present. Must throw out.
Potentially hazardous food in the walk-in refrigerator: coleslaw, sauces and raw chicken located in the walk-in were not being labeled or date marked.
Floor in walk-in refrigerator area is not of an easily cleanable surface.
Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the kitchen area.
At time of inspection observed debris and food serving basket under and around fryer.
Dollar General # 25007
421 W Milton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Domino’s Pizza #4756
859 Nazareth Pike, Nazareth
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Complaint by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Dunkin Donuts
1928 Hamilton St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Observed employee enter the kitchen at beginning of the shift, did not wash hands before preparing food items. A proper hand wash must be performed before handling of food.
East Hills Moravian Church
1830 Butztown Rd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
G & E Market
472 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Cracked floor tiles were observed in this store. Replace all cracked floor tiles.
Golden Gate Diner
1318 Union Blvd., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Observed raw fish placed above fresh produce in the walk-in cooler. All raw items must be placed below ready to eat food. –Walk-in refrigerator had numerous items uncovered. Ensure all items are covered and protected.
Grace Deliverance Baptist Church
74 E Broad St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Holy Infancy Church
312 E 4th St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Holy Infancy School
551 Thomas St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Jafari African & American Food Store
765 St., John St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Portioned bags of dried fish did not carry the common name of the product on the bag. Label these items with their common name.
Kids Quest / Cyber Quest
77 Sands Blvd., Ste 127, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Kirkland Village
1 Kirkland Village Circle, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 4
Food in refrigerator named D-65 in upstairs kitchen holding between 50-52° F. *All food requiring temperature control was discarded.
Prepackaged food in retail store is not labeled properly with the ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and Big 9 allergen ingredient statement.
Only hand sanitizer, not soap, was available at the hand wash sink near the entrance of the kitchen by the café.
Damaged wall above hand wash sink to right end of cooking line in upstairs kitchen.
Krispy & Krunchy Chicken
716 N 7th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
The fryer and stove are encrusted with food debris and oil. Both of these units are to be cleaned. These are to be cleaned on a more frequent basis.
There is cardboard on the floor in front of the fryers and the stove. The cardboard is to be removed. It is not considered to be a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
Kula Children’s Center
1722 S 4th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Paper towels were not available at the hand sink at the time of inspection. They were replaced by the end of the inspection. Keep hand washing sinks supplied with paper towels at all times.
Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School
2040 Avenue C, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Love Pho & PL Café
425 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 7
Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, is not being date marked. Label all food with the name of the food and the date on which it was prepared.
The interior surfaces of the ice machine require cleaning and sanitizing. Discard the ice and clean and sanitize the ice machine.
The convection oven, at the front counter, requires cleaning. Clean this oven.
The certified food manager’s certification expired. Renew your certification.
The food manager’s certification posted in this facility has expired. Remove the certification from the wall.
The hot water faucet, on the three compartment sink at the front counter, is leaking. Repair this faucet so that it does not leak.
The floor under the cooking equipment requires cleaning. Clean this floor.
LV BBQ LLC
270 E Kleinhans St., Easton
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 6
The two door refrigerator in the kitchen, requires cleaning. Clean this refrigerator.
Food Manager’s certification is not posted for public viewing. Post your certification.
The trash receptacles in the men’s restroom are full to overflowing. Remove the trash from these receptacles.
No signs were posted at the hand washing sinks in the restrooms to remind food employees to wash their hands. Post signs in the restrooms.
A live mouse was observed in an office in this facility. Contact your pest control company and inform them of the activity. Work with the company to remove the mice from this facility. Provide proof of treatment.
A mop was observed in a bucket of soiled water. Clean the bucket and mop. Hang the clean mop up to dry and allow the bucket to air dry.
Manuel Chimi Restaurante LLC
1234 Macarthur Rd., Whitehall
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: Out
Violations: 13
The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Pennsylvania Food Code as evidenced by incorrect responses to food safety questions.
Food Facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that desserts sold in the facility are from an approved source.
Several raw animal foods were stored above ready to eat foods in the refrigerator.
Observed several foods stored directly on the floor in refrigerator area, rather than 6 inches off of the floor as required.
Food observed thawing at room temperature on the counter, which is not an approved thawing method.
Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in equipment.
Thermometers for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration.
Loose rubber door gaskets observed on the cooling unit behind the cook line.
Facility does not have sanitizer for warewashing.
Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
The handwash sink in the food prep area being used as a food preparation sink as evidenced by observed food in the sink.
Ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen area, and need replaced.
New Garden Chinese Restaurant
1727 W Liberty St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 4
Raw chicken was stored above raw vegetables in the walk in refrigerator. The chicken is to be stored on the lowest shelf with no food stored below it at all times.
There is a buildup of grease, debris, and food particles on the rice cooker and the smoker unit. The material has also dripped to the floor. Clean this area and keep clean.
Mops are not being hung to air dry. Hang mops on walls when not in use.
Throughout the restaurant there were a combination of tools and personal items mixed in with food products being held on the shelf units. There should be an area set aside for all tools to be stored, and also for any personal items of the employees can be stored from all food areas.
Newcomer Academy @ Midway Manor
2020 E Pennsylvania St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Penn Jersey Bangor Food Mart
232 Blue Valley Dr., Bangor
Latest inspection: 12/8/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration. *Repeat Violation
Penn Jersey Food Mart
989 Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl
Latest inspection: 12/8/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration.
Portuguese American Club
337 Brodhead Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Price Rite Market
925 Martin Ct., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Roasted Bethlehem
22 W 4th St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 3
Raw wood shelf in egg refrigerator in basement.
Visible thermometers lacking in refrigerators in basement storage area.
Dust build up in hood filters and old light fixture in back prep room.
Roosevelt Elementary School (ASD)
210 W Susquehanna St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/8/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Sheridan Elementary School (ASD)
521 N 2nd St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
St John Vianney Regional School
210 N 18th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
In the walk-in cooler, the floor has assorted debris present. The debris is beneath the shelving units. Clean debris that is present.
St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Catholic Church
1826 Kenmore Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Stefko Pizza
2115 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Change of Owner by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer (quaternary ammonia) concentration.
Food residue and grease build up between cooking line equipment.
Tacos Y Tequila City Center
530 Hamilton St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 3
The facility has run out of chlorine test strips. Replace.
The inside nozzle of the drink dispenser at the bar is dirty. Wash, rinse, and sanitize the nozzle.
Rodent droppings were found throughout the basement storage area. Clean the affected shelves. Increase pest control measures.
Templo el Refugio
111 Dewberry Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
The Cheese Steak Factory
8281 Route 873, Slatington
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: Out
Violations: 1
Food facility has not retained the most recent sample report for the non-public water system on file, as required
Union Terrace Elementary School (ASD)
1939 Union St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/8/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
Observed at this inspection that there was a large amount of rodent dropping present in the dry goods storage room. The amount of droppings has increased since last inspection that was conducted. Glue traps have been placed in this room, at the time of the inspection no mice were caught. Pest control program is in place, the sealing of all outer openings around the building is in progress.
Christ Church United Church of Christ
75 E Market St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Vargas Daycare
117 S Saint Cloud St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/5/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
Foods in the refrigerator in the kitchen were held at 47° F rather than at or below 41° F. Ensure food is cold held at or below 41° F. Do not serve any TCS foods from this refrigerator to children. Service the refrigerator to ensure it can hold food at 41° F or below.
Refrigerator was not capable of holding foods at 41° F or below. Have this unit serviced or repaired. Do not use this unit until it can maintain foods at 41° F. or below.
Vista Grill
49 N Broad St., Nazareth
Latest inspection: 12/6/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Washington Elementary School (ASD)
837 N 9th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/7/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Whitsons @ Allentown Central Catholic High School
301 N 4th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
William Penn School (ASD)
401 Allen St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 12/4/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Source: Morningcall
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