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Hilton Philadelphia
201 S Columbus Blvd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
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Hilton Philadelphia
201 S Columbus Blvd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Inspection Date: 03/25/2025

8 Paper towels were needed at the handwashing sink in the bar area. The person in charge supplied paper towels.
11 Expired yogurt was observed in the food preparation area dated, 3/21/2025. The person in charge discarded the expired yogurt.
37 Food containers/beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in several walk-in coolers/walk-in freezers.
45 Loose faucets were observed at several washing stations throughout the facility.
45 The handwashing sink located in the bake shop area was not properly sealed to the adjoining wall.
45 Cardboard was being used to line shelves in the basement storage area.
47 Rust was observed along shelves in multiple walk-in coolers.
48 A hot water delay was observed at several washing stations in the bar area. Hot water took several minutes to reach peak demand.
51 The air vent located in the employee's kitchen restroom was in need of cleaning due to dust accumulation.
53 Floor cleaning was needed under shelving in the kitchen storage room due to debris.
53 Cracked floor tiles were observed in several areas of the facility, including the walk-in coolers.
Hilton Philadelphia
201 S Columbus Blvd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Inspection Date: 04/12/2024

19 2 reach in refrigerators observed out of temperature 51 degrees and 61 degrees. Sanitarian advised that all food inside both refrigerators be moved to the walk in cooler. Person in charge had all food moved during the time of inspection.
37 Food in walk in freezer is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
42 -Plates and bowls were not properly inverted in the food preparation area. -Clean food equipment being stored wet, and not in a manner to allow air drying... wet nesting. -Preset tableware is not covered, wrapped inverted or otherwise protected from contamination.
45 -Water observed leaking from ice bin behind the bar. - Cold prep refrigerator lids observed in poor repair. - Hoods observed needing to be resealed.
49 -Faucet in the handwashing station of the front prep observed not shutting off properly. -Hot water had to be turned on from under the sink and not properly dispensing from the faucet in the warewashing area.
53 Brooms and dust pans were not elevated off of the floor.
53 The following observations were noted: -Floor cleaning needed behind cooking equipment due to grease build-up. -Stagnant water observed on the floor and on lower shelves behind bar and food prep area. -Floor cleaning needed under shelves in the storage area, in the walk ins and around the prep and warewash wall perimeters due to debris.
53 Mop observed in bucket and not properly hanging to dry when not in use.
53 Damaged base coving observed outside the ware wash area.
54 Dust accumulated vents and ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen prep area.
54 Defective light observed under the hood system.
Hilton Philadelphia
201 S Columbus Blvd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Inspection Date: 05/15/2023

8 Paper towels were needed at several handwashing stations. The person in charge supplied paper towels.
42 Plates and bowls were not properly inverted in the food preparation area.
45 A loose handwashing sink faucet was observed in the food preparation area.
45 One handwashing sink located in the food preparation area was not properly sealed to its adjoining wall.
45 Wood and concrete blocks were observed being used to support equipment near the rear warewashing area.
51 The air vent located in the employees restroom area was in need of cleaning due to dust accumulation.
53 The following observations were noted: -Floor cleaning needed behind cooking equipment due to grease build-up. -Stagnant water on the floor around the mechanical warewashing area. -Floor cleaning needed in several food preparation areas due to debris.
53 Wall cleaning was needed near the mechanical warewashing area due to residue build-up.
53 Brooms and dust pans were not elevated off of the floor near the rear warewashing area.
Hilton Philadelphia
201 S Columbus Blvd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022

1 The person in charge only had a ServSafe certificate. An application was issued to the person in charge to apply for the city certificate.
8 The following observations were noted: -One handwashing sink located in the food preparation area was blocked and not accessible at all times. The person in charge made the handwashing sink accessible. -Old food residue in the handwashing sink located in the restaurant line. The person in charge was informed that the handwashing sink should not be used for purposes other then handwashing. The person in charge understood.
8 No sign or poster was posted at the handwashing sink located in the restaurant line area to remind food employees to wash their hands. The person in charge placed a sign.
14 Several cutting boards were observed stained in the restaurant line. The person in charge was informed to discontinue the use of the cutting boards as they will not be able to sanitize the surface. The person in charge removed the cutting boards from use.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (deli meats and cheeses), located in two walk-in coolers, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. The person in charge took corrective action and date marked the deli meats and cheeses.
37 Beverages were not being stored at least 6 inches above the floor in one storage area.
47 The following observations were noted: -Ice build-up in two walk-in freezers. -Lower surface cleaning of walk-in freezers and under counter refrigerators was needed due to food debris/residue. -Rust around shelving units located in refrigerators and storage areas.
48 A hot water delay was observed at all washing stations located in the bar area. Hot water took approximately 2-4 minutes to reach peak demand.
51 The air vent located in the employees restroom area was in need of cleaning due to dust accumulation.
53 The following observations were noted: -Stagnant water on the floor around the mechanical dishwashing machine. -Floor cleaning in the rear storage area due to old mouse droppings.
54 Several lights located in the food preparation/warewashing area were not shielded from breakage (missing light covers).
Hyatt Regency Hotel @ Penns Landing - Keating's River Grill 201-211 S. Columbus Blvd.
201 S Columbus Blvd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
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