La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant

527 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2024

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant. The most recent report on file is from Nov 6, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.

Compared to other Philadelphia restaurants (averaging 72), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 10 violations

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the food prep area. *PIC provided paper towels at the time of inspection*

46.941(a)-(e)

Food separated & protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Multiple raw animal-derived foods (beef, fish, pork and poultry) were stored together, uncovered, in the under-counter refrigeration units. *PIC provided covers at the time of inspection*

46.281

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the prep counter and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.

46.304

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. New Violation.

46.302

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector notes: Cleaned and sanitized utensils shall be handled, displayed and dispensed so that contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. New Violation.

46.775

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Cleaning (non-food contact): - dusty ceiling vent observed in the dry storage closet - dusty shelving observed in rear storage room New Violation.

46.714

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Hot water was delayed at customer toilet room sink. New Violation.

46.805

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Observed porous ceiling tiles in the prep area New Violation.

46.921

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.

46.282

Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector notes: Gap observed on the left side of rear exit door. This outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.

46.922(e)(f)

Nov 7, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Proper cold holding temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chicken was held at 48 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required in the prep refrigerator. **Chicken and other food items were relocated to another refrigerator at the time of the inspection.

46.385(a)(2)

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed the restroom door not self closing. New Violation.

46.922(d)

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: Food (canned items) in the dry storage closet were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. New Violation.

46.321

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

Inspector notes: Observed prep unit near the hot holding table not properly keeping temperatures at 41 F degrees or lower. New Violation.

46.671

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: - Observed refrigeration units through out the facility without adequate internal lighting. - Observed a light bulb out under the hood.

46.943

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant on file is from Nov 6, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant 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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