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8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 02/04/2025

8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 08/07/2024

1 Facility's food safety certified person not present at start of inspection, he arrived prior to completion of inspection.
8 Paper towels not available at the handwash sink in the food preparation area. Corrective action : AN employee provided paper towels to handwash sink in the food preparation area prior to completion of inspection.
14 Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin around bar. Corrective action : AN employee dumped all ice from the bar area ice machine bin, thoroughly cleaned interior of the ice machine bin prior to completion of inspection. .
37 Boxed oils are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in kitchen food preparation area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on ice machine and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment chest freezer (economy) present in storage area (near bar entrance). -Broken door handle observed on a chest freezer in storage area (near bar entrance.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Debris observed on storage shelvings in the basement area. -Debris and puddle of water on walk-in cooler floor (underneath platforms).
51 -Handwash sink in staff restroom area not properly sealed to wall. -Unfinished gypsum ceiling in customer restroom areas. -Chipped / cement flooring inside the staff restroom area.
51 Staff restroom area door is not equipped with self-closing device.
53 -Gaps observed in the ceiling office area. -Flooring in bar area not in good repair (underneath sinks and behind ice machine). - Holes / gaps in rear bar area floor / wall junctions.
53 -Observed debris along floor perimeter of bar area. -Debris along floor perimeter of the basement area.
54 Inadequate lighting in storage area over chest freezer (near bar entrance.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 06/13/2024

26 Working container in bar area, used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies, were not marked with the common name of the chemical. PIC labeled the container during inspection.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent (activity) observed along the floor perimeters in the bar area (on the floor around the chest freezer and between the office and reach-in refrigerator).
37 Food (oil box) observed on the floor in the kitchen area.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment chest freezer (economy) present in (near bar entrance). -Broken door handle observed on a chest freezer (near bar) entrance.
47 -Debris observed on the shelving in the basement area.
50 A food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of fruits, meats and vegetables not present. * A variance application PR # 23-0531 received and currently awaiting field review inspection.
51 - The male restroom observed in need of cleaning (heavy odor and dirty floor) observed in the male restroom.
53 -Gaps observed in the ceiling office area. -Flooring in bar area not in good repair (underneath sinks and behind ice machine). - Damaged floor observed in the bar area. - Mold observed on the ceiling tiles in the office area.
53 -Observed old mouse droppings, new mouse droppings, and debris along floor perimeter of bar area. -Debris along floor perimeter of the basement area.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 03/01/2024

36 Gaps observed under facility's front inner entrance door.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 Chest freezer (economy) present in rear bar area. -Broken door handle observed on a chest freezer in rear bar area.
47 -Debris along floor perimeter inside the walk-in cooler in basement area. -Old mouse droppings and debris on bottom shelving in bar rear storage area.
50 A food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of fruits, meats and vegetables not present. * A variance application PR # 23-0531 received and currently awaiting field review inspection.
51 -Handwash sink in the staff restroom area not properly caulk sealed to wall. -Debris present along floor perimeter inside the staff restroom area. -Unfinished gypsum ceiling surfaces in customer restroom areas.
53 -Holes and gaps present in bar area floor / wall junctions. -Flooring in bar area not in good repair (underneath sinks and behind ice machine). -Utility pipe penetration under the bar area handwash sink not properly sealed.
53 -Observed old mouse droppings and debris along floor perimeter of bar area. -Debris along floor perimeter of the basement area.
54 Light in the basement area walk-in cooler observed not operational during inspection.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 12/12/2023

8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. Corrective action : Person in charge provided soap to handwash sink in the food prep area during inspection.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 Chest freezer ( economy) present in rear bar area. -Two Cold-hold unit in bar area observed not operational during inspection. -Broken door handle observed on a chest freezer in rear bar area. -Basement area walk-in cooler is not being maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below as required. *Do not stored any potentially hazardous food in this walk-in cooler until properly serviced and maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below.
47 -Debris along floor perimeter inside the walk-in cooler in basement area. -Debris present inside the two non operational cold-hold units in bar area. -Dust and debris on storage shelvings in basement area.
50 A food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of fruits, meats and vegetables not present. * A variance application PR # 23-0531 received and currently awaiting field review inspection.
51 Staff restroom area door is not self-closing.
51 Water-stained and unfinished gypsum ceiling in the staff restroom area.
53 Damaged wall in rear bar storage area (above the chest freezer).
53 -Observed debris along floor perimeter of bar food prep area. -Debris along floor perimeter of the basement area.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 10/24/2023

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the staff restroom area. Corrective action : Person in charge provided paper towels to handwash sink in the staff restroom area during inspection.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed along floor perimeter of the bar food prep area.
36 A hole observed on bottom of facility's front inner door,this outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
45 -Raw wood surfaced platforms being used for elevation / storage of beverages in basement area. -Cardboard lining over a storage table in basement area.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 Cuisinart toaster oven and 1 Sharp microwave oven present in bar food prep area. -One Cold-hold unit in bar area observed not operational during inspection. -Inadequate ventilation from the kitchen exhaust hood system. -Broken door handle observed on a chest freezer in rear bar area.
45 Basement area walk-in cooler not properly sealed to wall.
46 Utensil drying rack or drain board not installed over the warewash (3-compartment) sink.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Mouse droppings and debris observed on storage shelvings in bar food prep area. -Debris present inside a non operational cold-hold unit in bar area. -Debris on storage shelvings in basement area.
47 Debris observed on grease drip collection tray under kitchen exhaust hood system.
48 Low hot & cold water pressure at handwash sinks in customer restroom areas.
50 A food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of fruits, meats and vegetables not present. * A variance application PR # 23-0531 received and currently awaiting field review inspection.
51 -Static dust on restroom area ventilation fan covers (Customer restrooms). -Cracked and water-stained gypsum ceiling in the staff restroom area.
51 Staff restroom area door is not self-closing.
53 -Observed mouse droppings and debris along floor perimeter of bar food prep area. -Debris along floor perimeter of the basement area.
53 Mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
53 Damaged wall in rear bar storage area (above the chest freezer).
54 -One of the light bulbs under the kitchen exhaust hood system observed not operational during inspection. -No lighting in basement walk-in cooler and on of the bar area reach-in refrigeration unit.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 06/13/2023

8 -Soap and paper towels not available at handwash sink in the food prep area. -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the food prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed along floor perimeter of the bar area, on steps leading into the basement and storage shelvings in bar area.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 Cuisinart toaster oven and 1 Sharp microwave oven present in bar food prep area. -One Cold-hold unit in bar area observed not operational during inspection. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1 reach-in freezer, and 1 reach-in refrigeration unit observed not turned-on & not operational during inspection.
46 Utensil drying rack or drain board not installed over the warewash (3-compartment) sink.
47 -Mouse droppings and debris observed on shelvings in bar food prep area. -Debris present inside a non operational cold-hold unit in bar area. -Debris on storage platforms and floor perimeter inside the basement area walk-in cooler. -Debris on storage shelvings in basement area.
50 Condensate from the basement area walk-in cooler draining to floor, tubing not extended into approved indirect waste drain connection or approved condensate evaporator pan.
50 A food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of fruits, meats and vegetables not present. * A variance application PR # 23-0531 received and currently awaiting field review inspection.
51 -Static dust on restroom area ventilation fan covers (Customer restrooms). -Unfinished gypsum ceiling in one of the restroom areas. -Cracked and water-stained gypsum ceiling in the staff restroom area.
51 Staff restroom area door is not self-closing.
53 -Observed mouse droppings and debris along floor perimeters of bar, Pre operational kitchen food prep area and on steps leading into the basement. - Pooled water and debris in general floor perimeter of the basement area.
54 One of the light bulbs under the kitchen exhaust hood system observed not operational during inspection.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 02/02/2023

8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in one of the restroom areas to remind food employees to wash their hands. Corrective action: Person in charge posted a handwash reminder sign at handwash sink in the restroom area prior to completion of inspection.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 Cuisinart toaster oven and 1 Sharp microwave oven present in bar food prep area. -One Cold-hold unit in bar area observed not operational during inspection.
47 -Old mouse droppings observed on shelvings in bar food prep area. -Debris present inside a non operational cold-hold unit in bar area. -Debris on storage platforms and floor perimeter inside the basement area walk-in cooler. -Debris on storage shelvings in basement area.
51 -Static dust on restroom area ventilation fan covers (staff & Customer restrooms). -Unfinished gypsum ceiling in one of the restroom areas. -Cracked and water-stained gypsum ceiling in the staff restroom area.
53 -Floor utility pipe penetrations in bar area observed not properly sealed. -Uneven flooring in bar area.
53 Observed old mouse droppings and debris along floor perimeters of bar, non operational kitchen and basement areas.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not stored elevated in the non operational kitchen prep area.
53 -Mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
59 The kitchen food prep area in rear is being reconstructed / renovated. Plan Review Application PR#23-0150 Submitted, received 2-1-2023 and currently being processed.
8 Pack Lounge
4655 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 01/27/2023

1 Facility's food safety certified person not present at during inspection.
8 -Soap was not available at handwash sink in the bar area. -Paper towel dispenser empty at handwash sink in the staff restroom area. Corrective action : Person in charge provided soap and paper towels to handwash sinks in bar and staff restroom areas prior to completion of inspection.
8 No sign or poster posted at handwash sink in one of the restroom areas to remind food employees to wash their hands. Corrective action : Person in charge posted handwash reminder sign at the handwash sink prior to completion of inspection.
45 -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 Cuisinart toaster oven and 1 Sharp microwave oven present in bar food prep area.
47 Old mouse droppings observed on shelvings in bar food prep area.
51 -Static dust on restroom area ventilation fan covers. -Unfinished gypsum ceiling in one of the restroom areas.
53 -Floor utility pipe penetrations in bar area observed not properly sealed. -Uneven flooring in bar area.
53 Observed old mouse droppings and debris along floor perimeter of bar area.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not stored elevated in the non operational kitchen prep area.
53 -Mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
59 The kitchen food prep area in rear is being reconstructed / renovated. Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
67 Menu is not in compliance with the City ordinance.; Food for at lest 30 people not observed in the facility during inspection; *Facility have liqour license and serving alcoholic beverages.
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