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Lipkin's Deli & Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
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Lipkin's Deli & Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 04/28/2025

13 Multiple uncovered foods observed inside reach-in cooler and freezer. Food is not protected against contamination.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent droppings observed in the food prep area.
36 Front door is a outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on food prep counter and baking table are not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Reach-in tracks of reach-in coolers, closed display case and floor of walk-in coolers need cleaning. Food debris and dirt observed.
53 Mouse droppings observed on floor next to handwash sink and ice machine in front food prep area. On floor next to oven and corners of back food prep area. Cleaning and sanitizing is needed.
53 - Missing ceiling tile observed in front of the facility above seating area.
53 Mop observed in mop wringer and not elevated when not in use.
58 Handwash sink and seating added to facility requires you to submit a plan review application.
61 Food establishment licensee and operation changes require submission of a Plan Review Application. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, can be obtained from the website: https://www.phila.gov/documents/plan-review-for-food-businesses/ Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 01/31/2024

1 No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department.
1 The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation.
4 An open employee's beverage container was observed in a food preparation area.
13 Uncovered bake goods observed in walk-in freezer in basement and inside reach-in freezer in front retail area.
26 Business bag observed on food prep counter.
26 Lotion and Micellar cleansing water stored on food prep shelving next to baking equipment.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent droppings observed in the food prep area, restroom and basement area.
41 Scoops observed on shelf and not stored properly to prevent contamination.
47 - Food debris observed on counters under bread slicing machine. - Mouse droppings observed on under counter shelving. No food or equipment is located there. - One mouse dropping was observed on tray were equipment was in retail area.
53 - Dirt and debris observed in some floor corners. - Mouse droppings observed on floor in restroom area, on floor in basement storage area. Cleaning is needed.
53 Dust pan observed on floor and not elevated when not in use.
53 Drying mops observed in stairwell to basement and not elevated when not in use.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 11/01/2023

36 Visible physical evidence of rodent droppings observed in the food prep area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on 3 basin sink and in mixing bowl and not stored in sanitizing solution.
47 - Food debris observed on counters. Coffee debris and sprinkles observed. Cleaning is needed on shelving where dry ingredient buckets are stored. - Crock pots observed with heavy icing accumulations. - Speed Rack observed with debris. All equipment should be cleaned and wiped down daily.
53 - Missing ceiling tile observed in retail area.
53 - Dirt and debris observed in some floor corners. - Mouse droppings observed on floor next to mixing equipment, restroom floor area, and under handwashing sink in retail area. Cleaning is needed.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 09/19/2023

26 Employee shirt observed laying on food prep counter. Shirt was removed from area during the inspection.
45 Defective oven observed in food prep area.
47 - Food debris observed on counters. Crumbs and sprinkles observed. Cleaning is needed on shelving where dry ingredient buckets are stored. - Racks observed with heavy icing accumulations. Racks and all equipment should be cleaned and wiped down daily.
48 Hot water heater was not plugged in. Water warned up to adequate temperatures once water heater was plugged in.
53 Dirt and debris observed in some floor corners.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 09/08/2023

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
36 - Visible physical evidence of rodent droppings activity observed in all food prep areas.
47 - Mouse droppings observed on multiple shelving areas. Cleaning, and sanitizing is needed. - Mouse droppings on trays where flavoring syrups are.
53 Mouse droppings observed in floor corners, behind and under baking equipment. Areas include: Under handwashing sink in front retail area, in baking area, and in basement storage area.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 08/31/2023

13 Speed rack with pastries observed uncovered in walk-in cooler.
14 Speed racks observed with furry black mold residue. Cleaning and sanitizing is needed.
36 - Visible physical evidence of rodent droppings activity observed in all food prep areas. - Dead fly observed in cookie case.
47 - Mouse droppings observed on multiple pieces of cooking equipment, food prep surfaces and shelving. Cleaning, and sanitizing is needed.
53 Mouse droppings observed on floor corners, behind and under baking equipment.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 07/28/2023

47 1. Debris observed on shelving in basement and inside closed display case. Cleaning is needed. 2. Heavy ice accumulation observed in the walk-in freezer.
53 Cleaning is needed in floor corners. Dirt and debris observed.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 07/25/2023

13 1. Mouse feces observed on the metal bar inside the baked goods display case. 2. Live insect observed inside of the bulk flour and oatmeal containers. 3. Doors on the baked goods display cases is are not tight fitting and must be replaced.
14 Black residue observed on the inside of the ice machine.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse feces) / insect activity (grain insects)observed in through out the entire facility.
45 Observed bare wooden steps and shelving. -Paint or seal.
47 1. Clean and sanitize the following areas due to mouse feces observed: -Coutertop and lower shelving in the front(take out box storage area) -Shelving by the rear door. 2. Heavy ice accumulation observed in the walk-in freezer.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 07/21/2023

36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in through out the entire facility.
47 Mouse droppings observed. Cleaning is needed on all shelving of the facility. All equipment should be cleaned and sanitized.
53 Cracked floor tiles observed. Missing ceiling tile observed.
53 - Pooled black liquid observed on floor in basement area. - Along floor boards through out facility there was an heavy accumulation of mouse droppings observed. Food prep area floor, storage area, restroom area, and basement area.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 07/19/2023

1 No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. PIC states that the certificates have been dropped off but he never received a City Certificate in the mail.
6 No hot water observed at hand wash sink. Hot water heater unit was turned back on during the inspection.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in through out the entire facility.
45 Wood shelving observed.
47 Cleaning is needed on all shelving of the facility. All equipment should be cleaned and sanitized.
53 Cracked floor tiles observed. Missing ceiling tile observed.
53 Along floor boards through out facility there was an heavy accumulation of mouse droppings observed. Food prep area floor, storage area, and restroom area.
54 Burnt out light bulb observed.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 04/04/2023

1 Paul Spangler and staff are food safety certified however at least one person does not have a Philadelphia Health Department certificate. An application will be sent by email.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 03/31/2023

1 Paul Spangler and staff are food safety certified however at least one person does not have a Philadelphia Health Department certificate. An application will be sent by email.
11 There was a moldy box of cheese in the refrigerator. Discarded.
13 Containers of food were seen in the walk-in cooler without a lid or tight fitting cover. **Opened cartons of liquid eggs **Tray of apples **Bucket of eggwash
26 Loose rodent bait seen in areas. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the * area. **Mouse feces seen in the following areas; inside the oven cabinet, near the doorway between kitchen and service area, beneath food storage shelves near the door, beneath food storage shelves near the basement, at the base of the stand mixer, behind bulk food storage containers, and at floor perimeters in the basement. **Potential rodent burrows found behind the bulk food storage containers
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on work surfaces and not stored in sanitizing solution.
47 Exterior surfaces of bulk storage containers and lids have accumulation of food residues and need cleaning.
53 General cleaning is needed throughout the establishment.
53 Interior surfaces: smooth, easily cleaned, and in good condition **There are several broken floor tiles **Unsealed holes and gaps were found along wall perimeters and at the rear steps
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 09/30/2022

1 Paul Spangler is food safety certified however he does not have a Philadelphia Health Department certificate. His application was returned because paid with a cashier's check.
8 Soap dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the warewashing area.
13 A container of fruit glaze was seen in the refrigerator without a lid or tight fitting cover.
26 A spray bottle of glass cleaner was not labeled with the name of the cleaner.
34 A thermometer was not observed in the under counter refrigerator where smoothies are made.
35 Containers of flavorings were not labeled with the name of the item
35 The bulk container of sugar does not have a label
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on work surfaces and not stored in sanitizing solution.
47 Surfaces inside refrigerators are in need of cleaning.
47 Exterior surfaces of the hot holding unit (icing) need cleaning.
53 General cleaning is needed throughout the establishment.
53 Interior surfaces: smooth, easily cleaned, and in good condition **There are several broken floor tiles **There are unsealed gaps in dry wall opening. **There is a hole in the wall behind the oven
53 Old mouse droppings were seen at some floor perimeters. Please clean and sanitize these areas.
54 Lights in the basement are not shielded from breakage.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
Inspection Date: 06/30/2022

1 No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. An application was sent with this inspection report. PIC states that he dropped off application in the MEO office. EHS system there is no record.
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the front area.
14 Tray located in walk-in cooler observed with spotted mold. Tray was removed and sanitized from walk-in.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area. Chemicals were placed on floor under hand wash sink.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the prep, storage areas and under ware wash sink area.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in walk-in freezer unit.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on food prep counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Raw wood shelving which are not smooth and easily cleanable, being used to support equipment.
45 Equipment does not meet minimum design standards: - The service area hand sink is leaking at the pipe below. - Non-commercial coffee maker observed in the customer area. - Non-commercial blender observed in the service area. - An open display case is not in use in the customer area. - Defective open display case observed.
47 - Hot holding unit observed with old debris and chocolate. Cleaning is needed. _ Debris observed in reach-in cooler unit. -Dust observed on surfaces. -Mouse droppings observed on lower shelves in the basement storage area.
53 Observations: -Openings around utility lines -Damaged floor tiles -Loose and removed coving -Openings between the floor and wall -A hole in the rear stairs at the back door
53 Observations: -Mouse droppings observed along floor perimeters in prep, floor surface under food prep station
54 - The walk in cooler and freezer is lacking a working light. - Burnt out bulbs observed in food prep area.
Best Cake Bakery
7594 Haverford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151
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