Donut Plus

1400 W Erie Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 25, 2024
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Donut Plus, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 25, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Note that Donut Plus's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 25, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Washing fruit & vegetables” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Among Philadelphia restaurants, the typical score is 72; Donut Plus is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 25, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: Food prep sink installed incorrectly. Direct drain observed under food prep sink. New Violation.
46.285
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Non-NSF/ANSI Equipment: 3 rice cookers, 1 chest freezer, toaster oven, and microwave, dish drying rack -Inoperable reach-in unit being used as dry storage -Kick plate missing on reach-in unit.
46.671
90
Oct 23, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No Philadelphia food safety certificate, Servesafe observed. *Appointment 10/24/2023 to drop off application* 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.
46.103
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: Food prep sink installed incorrectly. Garbage grinder installed on food prep.
46.285
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Non-NSF/ANSI Equipment: 3 rice cookers, 1 chest freezer, toaster oven, and microwave, dish drying rack -Inoperable reach-in unit being used as dry storage
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Handwash sink observed leaking from the drain line in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.822
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Condensation line observed draining in the wash compartment of the warewashing sink.
46.863
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Wet floor observed in basement area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
70
Oct 19, 2023
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food employee did not follow proper handwash procedures. Food employee did not wash hands between changing tasks. New Violation.
46.132
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the warewashing area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Utensils being stored in between wall surface and dish rack in the warewashing area. New Violation.
46.301
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (Fruit cups and cheese), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case and reach-in freezer, was not date marked. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the warewashing area. New Violation.
46.1026
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No Philadelphia food safety certificate, Servesafe observed. 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. New Violation.
46.103
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Front door observed open does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Washing fruit & vegetables
Inspector notes: Food prep sink installed incorrectly. Garbage grinder installed on food prep. New Violation.
46.285
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Spoons and water ice scoopers observed sitting water cups measured between 48 degrees F and 62 degrees F. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Soda crates being used as elevation in the warewashing area. New Violation.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -No utility/mop sink -Backflow prevention device not observed on main water inlet due to inadequate lighting in the basement area. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Condensation line observed draining in the wash compartment of the warewashing sink. New Violation.
46.863
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in the restroom area. -Slow drain at the handwash sink in the restroom area. -Clogged toilet in the restroom area. -Unsealed gap around restroom door. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris and clutter along floor perimeter of basement area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting in the rear storage and basement area. New Violation.
46.943
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Donut Plus last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Donut Plus on file is from Jan 25, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Donut Plus?

Across the inspection record, “washing fruit & vegetables” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Donut Plus.

Has Donut Plus' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Donut Plus have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Donut Plus means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.