Clean Plates: The latest Philly eateries closed for health violations
From April 26 through May 10, here are actions taken by the Philadelphia health department for code violations ranging from bug infestations to lack of proper supervision in the kitchen.
The following restaurants and eateries were closed temporarily by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health between April 26 and May 10 for "unacceptable" conditions or "imminent health hazards." A list of eateries facing court dates follows.
12 violations, 5 serious.
No hot water; person in charge not on premises; empty paper towel dispenser; severely dented canned food; open pest bait in basement; mouse droppings on floor; no covered recepticle in women's restroom. Asked to close temporarily on May 8.
Pete's Little Lunch Box #V-03109
Nguyen, Tien/Bento Box /V03176
No hot water or soap at sink; improper handwashing; person in charge did not know Pa. Food Code; chicken stored outside and contaminated by dust and debris; food held at hazardous temperatures; thermometers not available; food stored in personal vehicle. Agreed to close temporarily on May 3.
1833 PLACID ST 19152
4 violations, 1 serious.
Person in charge not on premises; domestic microwave oven in use; absence of tightfitting lids on trash cans. Ordered to close for minimum of 48 hours on May 3. Permitted to reopen May 4.
Sullivan, Michael/Cheese E. Wagon/ V-03016
The health department inspects nearly 1,000 eateries and food retailers every two weeks. Every inspection is generally regarded as a "snapshot in time," and not necessarily a reflection of day-to-day conditions. Most violations were fixed immediately on site.
If you suspect you have contracted food poisoning or have a sanitation complaint, contact the health department at 215-685-7495.
Contact reporter Sam Wood at swood@philly.com, 215-854-2796, or @samwoodiii.