Independence Beer Garden

100 S Independence W Mall, Philadelphia, PA

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Sep 11, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Sep 11, 2023. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 11, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.

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

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 11, 2023

Reinspection

8 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Gaps in the windows of the storage room/bar are outer openings in the food facility and it does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.

46.922(e)(f)

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: Boxes of single service items and bottles of liquor are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor inside the storage/bar area and liquor closet.

46.321

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.

46.672

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on shelves and equipment surfaces at the bar/storage room and kitchen areas. Interior walk-in cooler surface cleaning is needed. Water accumulations observed inside reach-in refrigerators at bars.

46.714

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Water observed dripping from water line inside the kitchen. Contractor was on site to repair. New Violation.

46.825(b)-(e)

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: A loose faucet observed inside the toilet room (for men). New Violation.

46.981(b)(i)

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Dust and debris observed on floor surfaces at the storage rooms and bar/storage room areas. Small puddles of water observed on the floor of the bars and dining areas.

46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting observed inside bar/storage area.

46.943

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Independence Beer Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Independence Beer Garden on file is from Sep 11, 2023. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Independence Beer Garden means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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