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Dean's Bar
2854 Tasker St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
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Dean's Bar
2854 Tasker St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 11/08/2024

39 Wiping cloths observed on bar and kitchen surfaces and NOT stored in sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration between 200 - 400 ppm.
45 -Unfinished wood (non smooth material) observed on shelves in the rear prep area. -Observed wood pallets (non smooth material) use for elevation inside walk-in cooler an din the basement. *Surfaces of equipment that are nonfood-contact surfaces, but are exposed to splash, spillage or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning, shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
45 Observations: -Non-commercial refrigerator/freezer "Amana", gas range/oven, and convection oven are not NSF or ANSI approved equipment. -Domestic cabinets in the kitchen area. -Water dripping from the walk-in cooler ventilation system.
47 -Observed water from condenser dripping on surfaces and residue on surfaces inside the walk-in cooler. -Food stain observed in the handwashing sink in the bar area.
53 -Observed accumulated dust, debris on floor perimeters in bar and kitchen area. -Observed mice droppings on floor perimeter in the kitchen area.
53 -Observed hole in ceiling and detached and missing base coving in the kitchen area. -Porous ceiling tiles with water staining observed in men's and women's toilet rooms.
Dean's Bar
2854 Tasker St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 10/30/2024

1 City of Philadelphia Manager food safety certificate was not observed in the facility at time of inspection; Observed class certificate only. *Advised facility's food safety certified person to apply for the City of Philadelphia Food Manager Food Safety certificate. *An application for a copy of the manager's Philadelphia Food Manager Food Safety Certificate was emailed with this report. City of Philadelphia application e-mailed on 10/30/2024 **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 Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code (use of sanitizer test strips). The Sanitarian reviewed the proper method to use the sanitizer test strips with the person in charge.
6 Hands cannot be properly washed at handwashing sink in the bar area due to lack of hot water, which was measured at 65.3 degrees. *Hot water temperature between 100 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit is required at all handwashing sinks.
8 No paper towel, soap and sign to remind food employees to wash their hands observed at the hand wash sink in the bar area. Person in charge provided paper towels, soap and a handwash reminder sign during the inspection.
8 Hot water was not readily assessible at the bar area handwashing sink. The water provided was probed at 65.3 degrees Fahrenheit maximum. *Water between 100 - 110 degrees Fahrenheit is required at all handwashing sinks.
21 An open bottle of orange juice located in the refrigerator box in the bar area, was not date marked with the date it was opened or should be discarded..
26 Observed insecticides (two boxes of Raid foggers) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in a cabinet in the bar area. Note: all pest control must be done by a licensed exterminator. All toxic pesticides must be removed from the facility.
26 Personal care items (deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, medicine) observed stored next to food inside kitchen cabinets. 46.1029 - Personal Care Items: Storage Except as specified in § § 46.1027(b) and 46.1028 (relating to medicines; and first aid supplies: storage), employees shall store their personal care items in facilities as specified in § 46.945(b) (relating to requirement and designation of dressing areas and storage areas).
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible inside refrigeration units.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) was observed in the bar and kitchen areas.
37 Beverages are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in storage areas.
39 Wiping cloths observed on bar and kitchen surfaces and NOT stored in sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration between 200 - 400 ppm.
45 Microwave oven (GE) in the kitchen made with materials not approved for commercial use.
45 Observations: -Non-commercial refrigerator/freezer "Amana", gas range/oven, and convection oven are not NSF or ANSI approved equipment. -Domestic cabinets in the kitchen area. -Water dripping from the walk-in cooler ventilation system.
45 -Unfinished wood observed on shelves in the rear prep area.
46 Expired sanitizer test strips (June 1, 2022) provided to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Observations: -Mouse droppings, accumulated static dust, and debris on surfaces in the bar and kitchen areas. -Water from condenser dripping on surfaces and residue on surfaces inside the walk-in cooler. -Soiled inner and outer surfaces in the kitchen area equipment. For example, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, and oven/range.
48 The temperature of the water provided at the bar handwashing sink was measured at 65.3 degrees Fahrenheit. *Water between 100 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit is required at handwashing sinks. Water between 110 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit is required at 3 compartment sinks and utility sinks.
51 A lidded can was not provided inside the women's toilet room for sanitary napkin disposal. *A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
51 Observed static dust on ventilation fan cover for women's toilet room.
53 Mops observed inside utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air-dry in bar area. *Drying mops. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. A broom was stored on the floor rather than hanging on a utility rack.
53 Observed accumulated static dust, debris and mouse droppings on floor perimeters and surfaces throughout the facility.
53 Observations: -Hole in ceiling and detached and missing base coving in the kitchen area. -Porous ceiling tiles with water staining in men's and women's toilet rooms.
54 Broken ventilation system in men's toilet room. *The men's toilet room is provided with windows, which present screens.
54 Two lights over the bar were not observed operating.
54 The light bulbs over the bar are not shatter proof.
54 The non-commercial gas oven/range is lacking a commercial exhaust hood.
63 Person in Charge of premises has not posted the appropriate warning signs regarding the dangers of consuming alcoholic beverages during pregnancy. The person in charge posted a sign during the inspection. The inspector also emailed a sample sign with this report.
Dean's Cafe
2854 Tasker St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
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