John's Place
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2024
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Score
The inspection history at John's Place is still short, with only two visits logged. John's Place was last inspected on Nov 25, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 14 violations to closer to four violations per visit.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Philadelphia restaurant scores 72. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Damaged Walk-in freezer door observed with severe ice accumulation. -Rust observed on shelving in the walk-in cooler. -Ice accumulation observed on the interior of the under counter freezer in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and residue observed on bulk food containers in the basement. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Leak observed in the faucet of the 3 bay sink. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Damaged flooring observed in the food prep area and at the top of the staircase from the basement. -Papers observed between the radiator and the wall in the dining area near the entrance. Unnecessary items: -Inoperable undercounter fridge unit in the prep area. -Inoperable pitco fryer observed in the prep area. -Not in use soda rack and mixer observed in the basement area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Jun 28, 2024
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Coffee pot in handsink New Violation.
46.825(a)
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: uncovered sauce beneath previously used dough press and observed with unknown item fallen in Food uncovered sitting on steps at opened back door Food uncovered sitting beneath soiled hanging mop New Violation.
46.281
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Cheese on prep table observed at 55 degrees F New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Deli meats and cheeses opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the cold holding units, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: An employee may not eat, drink or use any form of tobacco unless the use occurs in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection cannot result - uncovered coffee cup prep table with food itmes actively being used New Violation.
46.151(a)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation. New Violation.
46.101
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Not stored inverted in basement storage area and covered in dust and debris New Violation.
46.774
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Surface exterior walk-in basement storage area is not smooth/easily cleanable and observed covered in grime New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required shelving walk-in cooler Beneath exposed condenser on 3 door cold prep unit where dirt/debris observed Interior and exterior of all cold hold equipment and gaskets require cleaning New Violation.
46.714
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Recyclables towering on the steps and not stored i designated enclosed refuse storage area New Violation.
46.885
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Damaged floor tile prep area Damaged wall, banister and steps to basement storage area New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Basement storage area dimly lit; unable to adequately see floors and shelves for proper cleaning and monitoring of pest activity Light out walk-in freezer New Violation.
46.943
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: An insect control device located in food prep area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. - fly ribbon above prep table where dough actively being prepared and sauce observed uncovered New Violation.
46.922(c)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Food stored uncovered New Violation.
46.321
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was John's Place last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at John's Place on file is from Nov 25, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.
Has John's Place's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at John's Place have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at John's Place means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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