Hagi's Water Ice

6422 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jul 24, 2023
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Score
High Risk

Hagi's Water Ice has only one inspection on file, a thin record to work from. Hagi's Water Ice was last inspected on Jul 24, 2023. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. Note that Hagi's Water Ice's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 24, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap.

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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
Jul 24, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: A large open grey plastic can of simple syrup being mixed observed next to the rear hand sink. A splash guard is not provided at this hand sink. New Violation.
46.281
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cleaning solutions and other chemicals stored next to and over beverages on the storage shelves. The containers were moved.
46.1041
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Soap was not available at the rear prep area handwash sink. -Trash cans were not available at both hand sinks for paper towel disposal. The required items were provided.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: -The person in charge did not state that the frozen dessert machine for the frozen custard was sanitized periodically. He stated that it is rinsed with water. The frozen dessert machine should be cleaned and sanitized according to manufacture directions. -The frozen dessert machine was draining into the 3 basin sink. The hose was placed back over the floor drain. Clean and sanitize the 3 basin sink before further use. New Violation.
46.731
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The employees present at the beginning of the inspection were lacking food safety knowledge. The food safety certified person arrived within the allotted time.
46.101
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The hose bibs are lacking backflow prevention devices. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Static dust observed on the toilet room vent cover. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash observed in bags and not contained in covered containers outside. New Violation.
46.881
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Residue observed on surfaces in the rear prep area. -Unused equipment and boxes observed stored without order in the rear storage area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An insect control device (full fly glue strip) located in the rear prep area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. It was removed.
46.922(c)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard used to line surfaces are not smooth and easily cleaned. New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Flies observed landing on surfaces in the prep and storage areas. -Debris and residue observed on lower shelving of prep tables. -Residue on equipment surfaces observed. -Accumulated ice and frost on surfaces in the walk in refrigerator in the storage area. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Low hot water pressure at the bathroom hand sink. The person in charge adjusted the valve and the water pressure was increased during the inspection.
46.805
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hagi's Water Ice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hagi's Water Ice on file is from Jul 24, 2023. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hagi's Water Ice 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.