Egenkitchen25
Last inspected: Sep 7, 2023
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Score
Egenkitchen25 has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Egenkitchen25 was last inspected on Sep 7, 2023. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Egenkitchen25's record stops at Sep 7, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 10 violations each time.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Philadelphia restaurant, which scores around 72. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 7, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Handwash sink in the kitchen area is not usable. Leaking profusely. Person in-charge was instructed to take immediate corrective action. New Violation.
46.825(a)
Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan
Inspector notes: Food facility is preparing and packaging ginger juice without a HACCP plan or any means of providing for a 5 log reduction of pathogens, or alternatively providing a consumer advisory or warning label on the juice. Person in-charge was instructed remove all bottled juices from sale. Please contact our plan review unit for instruction on how to apply for a variance. Tel: 215 685 9473, 7492 or 7499. New Violation.
46.366
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. *Person in-charge does not know the names of foodbourne illnesses as required. Inspector reviewed in detail. *Person in-charge states that garbage grinder sink is used for washing meat. Inspector reviewed in detail usage of Food preparation and garbage grinder sinks. New Violation.
46.102
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Lidded receptacle for disposal of feminine sanitary napkins was not observed in women's employee restroom. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Puddle of water observed around the water heater. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood is not operational. Ventilation hood systems and devices shall be sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls, ceilings and fixtures. New Violation.
46.614
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: walk-in freezer was not operational at time of inspection. New Violation.
46.671
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Bottles of water in the walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.321
Approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: * Food being thawed using an unapproved method. Food observed thawing in standing water. Water was turned on as required.
46.383
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Instal backflow prevention devices for the ice and Carbonated soda machines. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
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Apr 28, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Food employees cannot follow proper handwashing procedures. Hot water meter observed non-operational during time of inspection. New Violation.
46.132
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Ambient air temperature of walk-in freezer observed at 58-60 degrees F. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the handwashing sink in the front food prep area, bar area, and employee restroom areas. **PIC took corrective action and provided soap at all handwashing sinks during time of inspection.
46.941(a)-(e)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: PIC observed without Food Safety Certificate and City Certificate. **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
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. New Violation.
46.544(e)
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible in all refrigeration, hot holding, and freezer units. New Violation.
46.632
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Hot water meter observed non-operational. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Dead insects observed around perimeters of floors/on lower exterior surfaces of shelving units in walk-in cooler/freezer. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Lidded receptacle for disposal of feminine sanitary napkins was not observed in women's employee restroom. New Violation.
46.882(b)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The following were observed: -Static dust and debris around perimeters of floors -Several glue traps with an accumulation of dead insects **Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents and other pests. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition or the attraction of pests. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Egenkitchen25 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Egenkitchen25 on file is from Sep 7, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Egenkitchen25?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Egenkitchen25.
Has Egenkitchen25's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Egenkitchen25 have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Egenkitchen25 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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