Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of Oct. 15.
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.)
Allen St Mini Mart
553 N 4th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Facility hasn’t received any pest treatment since last re-inspection. Contact pest service to provide documentation of an increase in pest treatments.
Allentown Area Ecumenical Food Bank
417 N 14th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 3
- Boxes of food were stored directly on the floor in the walk in coolers and freezers. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the floor. Move food so it is no longer on the ground.
- A dog was observed in the storage area. Move the dog to an area where there’s no contact with food, otherwise, dog has to be out of the food facility.
- The fan in the walk-in cooler is covered in dust. Clean the fan.
Baristi Coffee & Tea
617 N 13th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Observed ground beef being stored above ready to eat food in the refrigerator behind the counter. Ensure ready to eat food is stored above raw meats.
Blue Valley Beverage & Smoke LLC
6890-1 Route 309, New Tripoli
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Burger King #336
2141 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Casa Di Franco
506 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 4
- Drinking cups are being used as scoops to remove food from bulk storage containers. Purchase scoops with handles for this task.
- The fire suppression system, in the exhaust hood over the cooking equipment, requires servicing. Contact your service company and have them service the system.
- The food facility does not maintain Food Employee Certification records as required. The owner’s certification expired. Renew your certification.
- Certification is not posted because no one is certified.
Casa Guadalupe Center
218 N 2nd St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- Three bay sinks did not have the rinse bay set up. Ensure three bay sink is properly set in order wash, rinse, and sanitize.
- Observed medicine in food preparation area. Ensure all personal items and medication are stored separate from food preparation area.
Casa Mia Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
3711 Route 378, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Catty Corner Pub & Pie
301 Mulberry St., Catasauqua
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Catasauqua Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration
China Moon
7751 W Glenlivet Dr., Unit 102, Fogelsville
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Complaint by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Chris Variety Store
134 N 7th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: Out
Violations: 9
- Food facility does not have a three-compartment sink for manual ware washing. Install a three-compartment sink to wash food equipment or discontinue offering prepared coffee.
- Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration. Acquire this piece of equipment.
- Storage racks in the refrigerator were maintained in a soiled state. Clean and maintain these units.
- Observed no sanitize kill step being utilized during the manual ware washing procedure. All food equipment is to be cleaned in a manner at which the final step utilizes sanitize solution.
- Plumbing system not maintained in good repair, observed refrigerator leaking at the retail area. Contact professional plumber to fix this unit. –Plumbing system not maintained in good repair, observed handwash sink leaking in the bathroom area. Contact professional plumber to fix this unit.
- Floor tiles are missing in the retail area. Replace floor tiles. — The floor wall junction in the retail area exhibited damaged. Repair this area of the facility. — An accumulation of items no longer relevant to the operation were observed in the storage room. Remove these items from the facility. — Ceiling tiles are missing and falling apart in the storage area. Replace ceiling tiles. — Several stained ceiling tiles were observed over the retail area. These tiles were stained from a leak that has since been addressed, per the operator. Replace ceiling tiles.
- Food facility inspection indicates evidence of rodents/insect activity on the retail area. Increase pest treatments to a twice a month regimen. Continue working with pest provider and retain all invoices from pest treatments.
- Shelves were observed with dust over the retail area. Clean the shelves. –The fans in all refrigerators are covered in dust. Clean and maintain these pieces of equipment.
- Mops are not being hung to air dry. Hang mops to air dry.
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
6 Danforth Dr., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Dave’s Deli & Gelato
310 Stoke Park Rd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Dollar General #15875
310 W Emaus Ave., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Dollar Plaza
704 W Emaus Ave., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- Lights are not shielded or shatter proof over the refrigerator area. Shield the lights at this area.
- The floor wall junction at the rear of the store exhibited damaged from previous weather event. Repair this area of the facility.
Don Juan Mex Grill
300 N 3rd St., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 3
- Loose or broken door hinges were observed on a chest freezer and the lid does not close properly. Repair or replace this freezer.
- The chest freezer requires a defrosting and cleaning. Defrost and clean the chest freezer.
- The hand washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a cart and a container of fryer oil and it was not accessible for employee use. Move the items from in front of the sink and keep this sink available for use at all times. *Corrected
Dunkin Donuts # 332118
848 Nazareth Pike, Nazareth
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Easton Wine Project
1247 Simon Blvd., Ste. N103, Easton
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Food, was not cooled from 135° F to 70° F in 2 hours and/or from 135° F to 41° F within 6 hours, after preparation. Discard the food as you were instructed and correct your cooling practices immediately.
Eli 1 Inc
345 N 7th St., Flr 1, Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Estelas Day Care
1449 Linden St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Giant Food #6336
3926 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Hampton Lanes
326 Main St., Northampton
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Northampton Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The dishwasher machine does not indicate temperatures for wash / final rinse cycles. Repair this deficiency.
Home of the Good Samaritans
331-333 Brodhead Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- Observed food stored directly on the floor in freezer area, rather than 6 inches off of the floor as required.
- Slicer, a food contact surface, was observed to have residue on contact areas and was not clean to sight and touch.
Hummus House
518 E 3rd St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Observed containers of food stored directly on the floor in dry striate room, rather than 6 inches off of the floor as required.
J Rads Wood Fired Pizza
7325 Ontelaunee Rd., New Tripoli
Latest inspection: 10/15/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Jenny’s Asian Eats LLC
331 Brodhead Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Jenny’s Gift Baskets
514 N St., Cloud St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- No paper towel was available at the handwash sink in the bathroom area. Staff provided paper towel at the end of the inspection.
Jimenez Daycare
502.5 S Bradford St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Joe’s Tavern
12 W Broad St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
La Bodega
233 Hamilton St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: Out
Violations: 18
- The Person in Charge does not have adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection.
- The person in charge of this facility is not ensuring employees are practicing safe food principles such as preventing cross contamination of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) food or properly training staff in food safety as it pertains to this operation. The Person in Charge shall ensure staff is trained in safe food handling principles.
- Food Employee observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. Hands must be washed prior to donning single use gloves.
- Employee observed preparing product with out a proper hair restraint. Any employee preparing food product shall wear a proper hair restraint.
- Ground beef in cold hold unit was discolored and not in proper packaging. Ground beef was discarded. Rotate and inspect product regularly to ensure its integrity. –Observed raw ground beef drippings contaminating ready to eat product specifically deli meat in storage refrigerator at the rear of the restaurant. Store raw proteins in a leak proof container.
- Raw ground beef was stored above ready to eat deli meat. Additionally raw chicken was stored above juice in the rear reach in cooler. Raw chicken shall be stored below all other raw proteins. RTE product such as deli meat shall be stored above raw proteins.
- Observed Food Employee handle cookline equipment and open refrigeration units then do food preparation and handle ready to eat product all without changing gloves. Gloves must be changed when switching tasks. Gloves are not required when handling cookline equipment or accessing refrigeration units.
- Observed a bucket of plantains being stored directly on the floor. Product must be stored at least six inches off the floor as required.
- Observed ground beef, eggs, cheese, bacon being held at 54° F, 52° F, 55° F , 53° F, respectfully. These temperatures were in the sandwich prep station which also showed an ambient temperature of 55° F. Time/temperature control for safety food must be held at 41° F or below as required. Product was discarded. Do not use this unit until it can maintain a temperature below 41° F.
- Product opened/prepared on site and held longer than 24 hrs did not exhibit a date mark. Time/temperature control for safety product that is prepared/opened onsite must be date marked with a date of preparation and a use by date that is within six days of preparation/opening.
- Facility has an improperly functioning sandwich prep station. Specifically, the unit was maintaining an ambient temperature of 55F. Repair or replace this unit.
- Staff not using the available test strips as evidenced by their demonstrated inability to use the item. Ensure staff are properly trained to use said item.
- The dish drying rack, fryer, dry storage food containers, the counter tops under the cookline equipment, the cookline equipment, the refrigerator doors and handles throughout the facility, & the interior of all the refrigerators exhibited a build up of old food residue and or grease. Clean, sanitize & maintain these pieces of equipment.
- Non-food contact surfaces throughout the facility are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil. Regularly clean and maintain these units.
- Observed no chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them as reported by chef. Ensure employees are trained prior to beginning of service.
- Facility does not employ a certified food employee as required. Acquire a Food Managers certification.
- Old food residue and dishes were observed in the hand sink indicating uses other than handwashing. Only use hand washing sink for hand washing.
- The floors, walls, & ceiling in the kitchen exhibited a build up of grease and old food residue. Clean, sanitize, & maintain the floors, walls, & ceiling of the kitchen.
Lady’s Daycare
952 Gordon St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School
1414 E Cedar St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Little Nonna’s Italian Market
2114 Schoenersville Rd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: Out
Violations: 1
- The food facility does not have a handwash sink located in the food prep / warewashing area.
McDonalds
201 S 3rd St., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- Food Employee observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. Correct this practice immediately.
- The freezer, mounted on a wall by the chicken fryers, requires cleaning. Clean this freezer.
McDonalds
2610 Easton Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Moravian Academy
5 W Market St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Rough, absorbent wood used as shelving in old elevator shaft closet and chipping paint on shelves in closet to right of freezer in kitchen in middle school.
Morty’s Steak Shop
332 Main St., Emmaus
Latest inspection: 10/21/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 3
- Steak meat observed thawing at room temperature in the 3 bay sink, which is not an approved thawing method. Thaw in refrigeration prior to use or as part of the cooking process.
- Steak meat was not cooled from 135° F to 70° F in 2 hours and/or from 135° F to 41° F within 6 hours, after preparation.
- Steak meat cooling at room temperature was 82° F, in a deep pan. Cool foods rapidly in shallow pans less than 4″ deep, in refrigeration.
Munchies Halal LLC
1130 Pembroke Rd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
My New Smoke Shop
1303 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Change of Owner by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Nieves Grocery
744 E 4th St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- Debris build up in crevices of deli slicer. *Corrected on site. Cleaned and sanitized.
- Debris build up under Bain Marie lid.
Northampton County Juvenile Justice Center
650 Ferry St., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Northampton Exxon
2428 Main St., Northampton
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Northampton Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Northampton Memorial Community Center
1601 Laubach Ave., Northampton
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Northampton Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The tile floor near the dishwasher is deteriorated and missing in places. Repair or replace the missing floor tiles to make it smooth and easily cleanable.
Paranormal Pop Ups
662 Ridge St., Emmaus
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Pavlish Beverage
2800 Easton Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Pie + Tart
444 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The floor is damaged at the door to the rear storage area. Repair this floor.
Pott’s Dog Barn
1438 Chestnut St., Emmaus
Latest inspection: 10/21/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The pump to the sinks was turned off. Keep pump on while in operation for access to hand washing.
Psi Upsilon
80 University Dr., Lehigh University, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Pans of food stored uncovered stored in the kitchen refrigerator.
Qdoba -Mexican Eats # 2774
2669A Macarthur Rd., Whitehall
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 7
- Food employees observed in food prep area, not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard covers.
- Observed food prep taking place under a cracked light cover. Correction was made by relocating food preparation to another area.
- Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in equipment. -Front line cold hold units. -Food prep cold hold unit. Corrected.
- Interior surfaces of ice machine, a food contact surface, were not clean to sight and touch.
- Non-food contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil. -There is an accumulation of dirt underneath equipment throughout the facility’s floors. -The base of the mop sink has an accumulation of dirt.
- Plumbing system not maintained in good repair – observed water leaking at the food prep sink.
- Old unused equipment stored in fryer area, should be removed from food facility. -Non-functioning freezer.
Quisqueya Restaurant
604 N New St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/20/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Rauch Field House
123 Goodman Dr., Lehigh University, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Redner’s Quick Shoppe #32
33 W 21st St., Northampton
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Northampton Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Rita’s Italian Ice # 371
52 E Lawn Rd., Nazareth
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Rivera Family Day Care
1127 W Tilghman St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Smyrna Church of the Lord
1537 E 6th St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- At time of inspection temperature measuring device was not available in refrigeration .
Sorella’s Pizza & Pasta
3650 Nazareth Pike, Unit 6, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Food facility has an employee who held a Certified Food Manager certificate; however, the certificate has expired and is no longer valid. Facility has (90) days to correct this violation.
Southern Lehigh Middle School
3715 Preston Ln., Center Valley
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Southern Lehigh Senior High School
5800 Main St., Center Valley
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
St. Luke’s Coffee Café
2200 St. Luke’s Blvd., Easton
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Stabler Arena
124 Goodman Dr., Lehigh University, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/19/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Susquehanna Street Diner
1701 E Susquehanna St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Taco Bell
2585 Easton Ave., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/18/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
The Hive
417 Chestnut St., Emmaus
Latest inspection: 10/21/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Restroom door is not self-closing. Replace door closing mechanism.
Touchstone Theater
325 E 4th St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Turkey Hill Minit Market #317
726 N 15th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Observed fan guards in the walk-in cooler having a buildup of dirt. Remove these fan guards and clean them.
Upper Saucon Social Quarters
4900 Lanark Rd., Center Valley
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Voracious by A Catered Affair
77 W Broad St., 9C, Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 10/16/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The handwash sink located in the restroom does not have water at a temperature of at least 85° F.
Walgreens #03241
1855 S 5th St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- A portion of the exterior façade exhibited damage and was separating from the building. Additionally, a down spout located at the front of the building was damaged to the point it can no longer serve its purpose. Repair these items.
Wal-Mart #2145
2601 Macarthur Rd., Whitehall
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- Caulking at the wall by the three compartment sink in the deli area is gapping, and there is also a mold like substance present on the wall above and below the sink.
- Intake / exhaust air duct needs to be cleaned or filters changed as it is emitting dust and dirt into the air. -Bakery -Deli -Dairy
Weyerbacher Brewery Mobile
905 Line St., Ste G, Easton
Latest inspection: 10/17/2023
Inspection type: Opening by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: None