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ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Inspection Date: 08/28/2024

39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
42 Preset tableware is not covered, wrapped inverted or otherwise protected from contamination.
43 Single-use disposable bowls observed not inverted or covered before use to prevent contamination.
45 -Domestic microwave observed in the prep area of establishment. -Reach-in refrigerator in the prep area is not working and all food items removed.
47 Food debris observed on bottom shelving of prep table in the food prep area under counter freezer unit, on floors of walk-in cooler and reach-in refrigerator in the prep area.
49 No prep sink observed in the kitchen area of establishment.
53 Cleaning needed in the floor corners of prep and retail bar area to remove debris observed underneath the retail bar and also on the floors of prep area.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not hanging or properly stored away in the closet while not in use to prevent vermin harborage.
54 Lights in the prep area observed not bright enough
ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Inspection Date: 07/17/2024

36 Visible physical evidence of flies activity observed in the prep area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
42 Preset tableware is not covered, wrapped inverted or otherwise protected from contamination.
43 Single-use disposable bowls observed not inverted or covered before use to prevent contamination.
45 Domestic microwave observed in the prep area of establishment
47 Food debris observed on bottom shelving of prep table in the food prep area under counter freezer unit, on floors of walk-in cooler and reach-in refrigerator in the prep area.
49 No prep sink observed in the kitchen area of establishment.
53 Cleaning needed in the floor corners of prep and retail bar area to remove debris observed underneath the retail bar and also on the floors of prep area.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not hanging or properly stored away in the closet while not in use to prevent vermin harborage.
54 Lights in the prep area observed not bright enough
ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Inspection Date: 04/25/2024

8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area. The handwash sink in the prep area was blocked by food items inside grinder sink and not accesible at all times for employee use.
13 Uncovered salad observed in the refrigerator in the prep area
14 Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse dropping) activity observed in the prep area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
42 Preset tableware is not covered, wrapped inverted or otherwise protected from contamination.
43 Single-use disposable bowls observed not inverted or covered before use to prevent contamination.
45 Domestic microwave observed in the prep area of establishment
46 Dirty dishes observed piled up in the warewash sink during the inspection
47 Food debris observed on bottom shelving of prep table in the food prep area under counter freezer unit, on floors of walk-in cooler and reach-in refrigerator in the prep area.
49 No prep sink observed in the kitchen area of establishment.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not hanging or properly stored away in the closet while not in use to prevent vermin harborage.
53 Cleaning needed in the floor corners of prep and retail bar area to remove grimes and debris observed underneath the retail bar and also on the floors of prep area.
54 Lights in the prep area observed not bright enough
ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Inspection Date: 04/13/2023

39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 -Damaged flooring present in basement beverage walk-in cooler. -Cardboard lining observed inside the a bar area cold-hold unit and bottom shelf of refrigerator.
45 The food prep area warewash (3-compartment) sink not properly sealed to wall.
47 Food debris observed on bottom shelving of a food prep area under counter freezer unit and reach-in refrigerator in the prep area.
53 -Damaged flooring present in bar area (by handwash sink) -Utility line penetrations are not sealed.
53 Cleaning needed in the floor corners of prep and retail bar area to remove grimes and debris observed underneath the retail bar and also on the floors of prep area.
ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023

14 Observed no chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to use.
14 Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 -Damaged flooring present in basement beverage walk-in cooler. -Cardboard lining observed inside the a bar area cold-hold unit and bottom shelf of refrigerator.
45 The food prep area warewash (3-compartment) sink not properly sealed to wall.
46 Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Food debris observed on bottom shelving of a food prep area under counter freezer unit and reach-in refrigerator in the prep area.
53 -Damaged flooring present in bar area (by handwash sink) -Utility line penetrations are not sealed.
53 Dust, grimes and food debris observed along floor perimeters of the bar, food prep area and general floor perimeters of the basement area and steps leading into the basement.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket not stored elevated while not in use to allow for proper air dry.
53 Cleaning tools such as brooms and dustpans observed not hanging or properly stored while not in use to prevent vermin harborage.
ERA Bar and Restaurant
2743 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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