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7 Star Lounge
2643 W Sergeant St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
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7 Star Lounge
2643 W Sergeant St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 03/25/2025

45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Push doors of the ice box observed damaged and not in good repair.
46 Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Residue observed on the interior of the under counter cold holding unit in the bar area. -Standing liquid and odor observed on the interior of the not in use reach-in unit. -Grease accumulation observed on the side of the deep fryer.
49 -Basin beneath the food prep sink observed not large enough to accommodate the water flowing from the drainage pipe. ** Advised to install a larger basin at the food prep sink. PIC described intent on purchasing a larger basin.
53 -Observed the flooring in front of the reach-in refrigeration units not in good repair. -Observed damaged base coving in the seating area. -Observed unfinished ceiling with exposed sheet rock in the prep area. -Observed unfinished paneling on the interior wall of the bar with exposed sheet rock. -Ceiling in the prep area observed damaged. -Observed exposed electrical wiring above the handwashing sink in the prep area.
53 -Not in use reach-in freezer observed in the space between the prep area and the bar. -Debris observed on the floor in the bar area.
53 Observed brooms and dustpans stored on the floor instead of elevated to promote floor cleaning.
53 Observed mops stored on the floor and inside mop buckets instead of elevated to promote air drying.
54 Drip prevention tray at the mechanical ventilation hood observed replaced with a plastic food container and does not adequately hold the grease trip from the hood.
54 Lights in the prep area, above the warewashing station, and at the mechanical ventilation hood observed not shielded from breakage.
54 Lights at the mechanical ventilation hood not operable at the time of the inspection.
Room 27
2643 W Sergeant St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 03/18/2025

6 Food employees not following proper handwashing procedures as there is no soap or paper towels present in either handwashing sink in the prep and bar areas and the handwashing sink in the prep area was obstructed. ** Advised to correct the handwashing amenities violation to allow food employees to properly wash their hands.
8 The handwash sink in the prep area was blocked by buckets of utensils and containers and not accessible at all times for employee use. ** Advised to remove the containers to allow food employees to wash their hands.
8 -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the prep, bar, and restroom areas to remind food employees to wash their hands. -Soap and paper towels not present at the bar and prep area handwashing sinks. -Paper towels not present in the womens and mens restrooms. ** Advised to supply soap, paper towels, and handwash reminder signs at all handwash sinks.
8 Handwashing sink in the prep area observed soiled. ** Advised wash, rinse, and sanitize the handwashing sink.
9 Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that the crabs are from an approved source. ** Advised to always maintain the receipts of food purchases for the facility.
12 Shellstock (crab) located in the prep area did not have identification tags attached to the container. Required information includes: (1) Contents of harvester’s tag or label. A harvester’s tag or label shall list the following information, in the following order: (i) The harvester’s identification number as described in the National Shellfish Sanitation Program Guide for the Control of Molluscan Shellfish, and that is assigned by the Department or other shellfish control authority having jurisdiction. (ii) The date of harvesting. (iii) The most precise identification of the harvest location or aquaculture site that is practicable based on the system of harvest area designations that is in use by the Department or other shellfish control authority having jurisdiction, and including the abbreviation of the name of the state or country in which the shellfish are harvested. (iv) The type and quantity of shellfish. (v) The following statement in bold, capitalized type: THIS TAG IS REQUIRED TO BE ATTACHED UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY OR RETAGGED AND THEREAFTER KEPT ON FILE FOR 90 DAYS.
13 -Observed foods stored in the reach-in refrigerator and prep table without coverings or protections from contamination. ** Advised to provide coverings or protections for all foods present in the facility. -Observed raw food products stored on the same shelf and above ready-to eat food products. ** Advised to ensure the following organizational storage is present: -Ready to eat foods -Raw fish -Raw pork -Raw whole beef -Raw ground beef -Raw chicken and eggs
14 -Food prep sink observed soiled. ** Advised to wash, rinse, and sanitize the food prep sink. -Food contact surfaces including pans, plates, utensils, and containers are not being washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least every four hours. ** Advised to wash rinse, and sanitize all food contact surfaces at least every 4 hours.
20 Reach-in refrigerator unit unable to maintain adequate temperatures for the food stored inside. Ambient Air measured at 47.4 degrees F. ** Advised to get the reach-in refrigerator serviced so that the Ambient Air measures below 41 degrees F and food products are stored at a maximum of 41 degrees F.
21 Date markings not present on food products (cooked poultry and fish, repackaged sauces, and opened quarts of milk). ** Advised to provide date markings for all cooked and prepared foods present in the facility that has been stored for longer than 48 hours.
34 -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper equipment temperatures are not present in the reach-in refrigerator. -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (large flies) observed in the prep area. ** Advised to obtain professional pest management services and be able to provide an invoice.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. -Low shelf beneath large prep table observed in direct contact with the floor and storing canned items, cheese sauce, and bread crumbs. -Cases of beer and bottles of alcohol observed stored on the floor in the bar area.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 -Push doors of the ice box observed damaged and not in good repair. -Ice accumulation observed on the top of the reach-in refrigerator. -Ambient Air of the reach-in refrigerator was measured at 47.4 degrees F instead of below 41 degrees F.
46 Facility is missing one sink stopper at the three basin sink.
47 -Grease accumulation observed on the mechanical ventilation hood and filters. -Residue observed on the interior of the under counter cold holding unit in the bar area. -Ice accumulation observed on the unit of the reach-in refrigerator. -Standing water observed in a container inside reach-in refrigerator from a dripping interior ceiling. -Exterior of the grease trap observed soiled. -Standing liquid and odor observed on the interior of the not in use reach-in unit.
49 -Basin beneath the food prep sink observed not large enough to accommodate the water flowing from the drainage pipe. ** Advised to install a larger basin at the food prep sink. -Observed a 30 gallon water heater. ** Advised to install at least a 40 gallon water heater.
53 -Grease observed on the floors, walls, and ceilings in the prep area. -Not in use reach-in freezer observed in the space between the prep area and the bar. -Observed a bucket of standing water stored in the bar area (PIC described its presence for hookah accessories). -Buckets of standing water observed beneath the food prep and sanitizer basin sinks from indirect drainage connection overflows. -Debris observed on the floor in the bar area.
53 -Observed the flooring in front of the reach-in refrigeration units not in good repair. -Observed damaged base coving in the seating area. -Observed unfinished floors in the seating area.
54 Drip prevention tray at the mechanical ventilation hood observed replaced with a plastic food container and does not adequately hold the grease trip from the hood.
54 Lights in the prep area, above the warewashing station, and at the mechanical ventilation hood observed not shielded from breakage.
54 -Missing light bulb at the mechanical ventilation hood. -One burnt out light observed at the mechanical ventilation hood.
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. ** Change of Ownership: R Twelve LLC
77 The establishment does not have a tobacco smoking exemption to smoke tobacco products on premises. ** Observed hookah smoking equipment present in the prep and bar areas without a tobacco smoking exemption.
Room 27
2643 W Sergeant St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 02/05/2025

2 Food facility does not have a Health Awareness Reporting Procedure for food employees. Corrective Action: A sample Health Awareness Reporting Procedure was emailed to the PIC.
8 The handwash sink in the prep area was blocked by buckets of utensils and containers and not accessible at all times for employee use. ** Advised to remove the containers to allow food employees to wash their hands.
8 -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the prep, bar, and restroom areas to remind food employees to wash their hands. -Soap and paper towels not present in the womens restroom. -Paper towels not present in the mens restroom. ** Advised to supply soap, paper towels, and handwash reminder signs at all handwash sinks.
8 Handwashing sink in the prep area observed soiled. ** Advised wash, rinse, and sanitize the handwashing sink.
13 -Observed rice and a container of peppers and onions not covered or protected from contamination. Corrective Action: Coverings were provided. -Observed raw fish stored directly above ready-to-eat chicken in the reach in refrigerator. Corrective Action: The chicken was relocated.
14 Food prep sink observed soiled. ** Advised to wash, rinse, and sanitize the food prep sink.
14 The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 200 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required. Corrective Action: Water was added to the solution and it retested at 100 ppm.
26 Observed first aid kits stored in the following locations: -on a shelf in the prep area above seasonings storage -on a shelf in the bar area above bottles of alcohol Corrective Action: The PIC relocated the first aid kits to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and single use articles.
26 Observed insecticides (Fly Web) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the bar area. ** Advised to discontinue usage of unapproved pesticides and obtain professional pest management services. Corrective Action: The unapproved pesticide was discarded.
26 Observed food employee food items stored in the reach-in refrigerator and not stored to prevent contamination. ** Advised to obtain a separate unit for employee foods storage. Corrective Action: The PIC removed the personal food from the refrigerator.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed in the prep, bar and bathroom areas. ** Advised to obtain professional pest management services.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. -Low shelf beneath large prep table observed in direct contact with the floor and storing canned items, cheese sauce, and bread crumbs.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 Facility is missing one sink stopper at the three basin sink.
47 -Grease accumulation observed on the mechanical ventilation hood filters. -Residue observed on the interior of the under counter cold holding unit in the bar area. -Ice accumulation observed on the unit of the reach-in refrigerator. -Standing water observed on the interior bottom of the reach-in refrigerator. -Mouse droppings observed on the shelf with the microwave, on the shelf above the food prep sink, and on the dry storage shelves in the prep area.
49 -Handwash sink in the bar area observed with an indirect drainage connection. ** Advised to obtain a direct drainage connection. -Basin beneath the food prep sink observed not large enough to accommodate the water flowing from the drainage pipe. ** Advised to install a larger basin at the food prep sink.
49 Drainage pipe of the sanitizer basin sink observed damaged and created an air gap without a large basin. ** Advised to provide the proper drainage connection and repair this drainage pipe.
51 Patron restroom doors observed not self closing.
51 Mouse droppings observed on the floor in the mens and womens restrooms.
53 -Grease accumulation observed on the walls around the deep fryer. -Not in use reach-in freezer observed in the space between the prep area and the bar. -Observed a bucket of standing water stored in the bar area (PIC described its presence for hookah accessories). -Grease accumulation observed on the floor behind the flat top grill. -Buckets of standing water observed beneath the food prep and sanitizer basin sinks from indirect drainage connection overflows. -Mouse droppings observed in the following locations: * along the perimeter of the prep area (beneath the food prep sink, warewashing and handwashing sinks, behind the prep tables, and behind the hot preparation area) * in the corners and along the perimeter of the bar area
54 Lights in the prep area and above the warewashing station observed not shielded from breakage.
54 Drip prevention tray at the mechanical ventilation hood observed not present and grease is dripping directly on to the floor.
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. ** Change of Ownership: R Twelve LLC
63 Person in Charge of premises has not posted the appropriate warning signs regarding the dangers of consuming alcoholic beverages during pregnancy.
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