Here are the most recent food safety violations in Lebanon County, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Inspections are taken as a “snapshot” of the day and time, and should not necessarily be taken as overall indicators of an establishment’s cleanliness. Violations are often corrected prior to the inspector leaving the site. Restaurants were found to be in compliance unless otherwise noted.
Weis Markets #094
March 22, 2024 | 901 Main St, Palmyra, PA 17078
4 – 602.13 Non-food Contact Surfaces
Non-food contact surfaces (walk-in cooler fan guards) in the produce department are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dust. Non-food contact surfaces (walk-in cooler fan guards) in the deli department are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dust. Non-food contact surface (floor) in the deli food preparation area is not cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of grease.
Lucky’s Pizzeria
March 22, 2024 | 757 W Main St, Palmyra, PA 17078
4 – 501.12 Cutting Surfaces
Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Non-food Contact Surfaces and Utensils
Can opener blade, a food contact surface, was observed to have old food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.
Latin American Supermarket
March 22, 2024 | 429 N 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
2 – 301.15 Where to Wash
A food employee stated that he washed his hands at the three-compartment sink rather than the designated handwash sink.
4 – 101.11 Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair
Observed a shelf/cart that is extremely rusted. The presence of this shelf/cart being a violation was reviewed with the PIC during the February 2024 inspection.
99 Express
March 22, 2024 | 613 W Main St, Unit 4, Palmyra, PA 17078
3 – 501.13 Thawing Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food
Chicken was observed thawing at room temperature on the food preparation table, which is not an approved thawing method.
4 – 501.12 Cutting Surfaces
Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
4 – 602.13 Non-food Contact Surfaces
Non-food contact surfaces (hood filters) are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of grease.
Yellow Breeches Educational Center
March 26, 2024 | 119 E Walnut St, Fredericksburg, PA 17026
No violations found.
Sweet Detail by Marie LLC
March 26, 2024 | 45 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kits to determine the appropriate sanitizer concentration.
Shuey’s Pretzels Inc.
March 26, 2024 | 702 E Lehman St, Lebanon, PA 17046
No violations found.
Lin Garden
March 26, 2024 | 106 Northside Commons, Palmyra, PA 17078
2 – 402.11 Effectiveness-Hair Restraints
Food employee observed in the food preparation area not wearing a proper hair restraint.
3 – 302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Observed chicken in the walk-in cooler stored open with no covering.
3 – 304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitations
Observed wet wiping cloths in the food preparation area not being stored in sanitizer solution.
3 – 305.11 Food Storage, Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Observed plastic containers of food stored directly on the floor in the walk-in cooler rather than six inches off of the floor as required.
Black Diamond Restaurant LLC
March 26, 2024 | 607 Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
Food facility is storing wiping cloths in chlorine solution, but the test strips that the facility has are not for chlorine. If the facility would use the Steramine sanitizer, they have the corresponding type of test strips.
4 – 903.11 (A-B)(D) Equipment, Utensils and Linens, Storing
Observed clean food equipment in the prep area stored uncovered or not inverted.
6 – 301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability
No soap, towels, or trash can was available at one of the handwashing sinks. Corrected.
A & M Pizza
March 26, 2024 | 2900 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078
3 – 304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitations
Observed wet wiping cloths in the food preparation area not being stored in sanitizer solution.
Willow Garden
Found to be out of compliance.
March 27, 2024 | 50 N 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
2 – 102.11(A-C1)(C4-16) Person in Charge, Demonstration
The Person in Charge does not have adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility, as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection.
3 – 501.17 Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking
Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food prepared in the food facility is not being date marked. The PIC was unable to show a date marked on any item.
4 – 201.11 Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength
Deli containers, items that are intended for single use, are being used as scoops in chopped onions and dry rice instead of durable scoops with handles.
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Non-food Contact Surfaces and Utensils
The shelf above the three-compartment sink used for storing clean food equipment, a food contact surface, was observed as not clean to sight and touch. The container of flour used for dredging raw chicken was covered with chicken and flour residue from use on previous dates and was not clean to sight and touch. Discarded flour and cleaned container. A plastic bowl used for scooping raw meat from a container in the walk-in cooler, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch. Two empty food containers under a prep table were observed to have food residue and were not clean to sight and touch.
4 – 602.13 Non-food Contact Surfaces
The fan covers in the walk-in cooler are not being cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dirt and soil. The wall behind shelves in the walk-in cooler, a non-food contact surface, is not being cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dirt and soil.
4 – 903.11 (A-B)(D) Equipment, Utensils and Linens, Storing
Observed clean food equipment in prep area stored wet in a manner that does not allow for draining and/or air drying (wet nesting).
6 – 501.111 Controlling Pests
Potential rodent harborage areas inside the food facility observed in the storage area due to large number of rodent droppings behind a chest freezer.
6 – 501.114 Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
There is a significant amount of spilled dry ingredients around dry ingredient containers and on the floor in the storage area. Spilled food makes it difficult to control pests.
7 – 102.11 Common Name-Working Containers
One spray bottle, a working container in the prep area, was not marked with the item in the spray bottle.
The Happy Waffle MFF3
March 27, 2024 | 1421 Cornwall Rd, Lebanon, PA 17042
No violations found.
Starbucks Coffee #69083
March 27, 2024 | 2203 W Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
No violations found.
Mama Juana
March 27, 2024 | 39 N 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
3 – 501.16(A1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding
Chicken and beans were held at 125°F and 120°F in the hot food area rather than 135°F or above as required. Removed items. Owner reported that a new steam table has been purchased and will be installed.
4 – 602.13 Non-food Contact Surfaces
The edges of the refrigerator drawers and the bottom of the refrigeration drawer unit, non-food contact surfaces, are not cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dirt and soil. Cleaned.
4 – 903.11 (A-B)(D) Equipment, Utensils and Linens, Storing
Observed new take-out food containers in the prep area stored uncovered or not inverted. Corrected.
6 – 202.14 Toilet Rooms, Enclosed
The men’s toilet room by the stairs does not have a self-closing door.
6 – 301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability
No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the men’s toilet room by the stairs. Note: Owner reported that the sign had been removed for painting and will be posted. Paper towel dispenser was empty at the handwash sink in the prep area.
Londonderry Village
March 27, 2024 | 1200 Grubb Rd, Palmyra, PA 17078
No violations found.
Ice Shack
March 27, 2024 | 707 E Lincoln Ave, Myerstown, PA 17067
No violations found.
Gossert’s Homemade Goodness
March 27, 2024 | 178 Distillery Rd, Newmanstown, PA 17073
No violations found.
Willow Garden
Found to be out of compliance.
March 28, 2024 | 50 N 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17046
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Non-food Contact Surfaces and Utensils
A metal bowl used for scooping dry rice from a bulk rice container, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch.
4 – 602.13 Non-food Contact Surfaces
Several non-food contact surfaces are not being cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of dirt and soil. Specific examples are the inside of the lower refrigeration of the bain marie, a cart used for small ingredients, the door and door handle of the soft drink refrigeration unit, and the floor behind an oven next to the grease trap.
6 – 501.111 Controlling Pests
Potential insect harborage areas inside the food facility observed in the prep area due to the observation of roaches when a piece of equipment and an empty can were moved.
6 – 501.114 Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
There is a significant amount of spilled dry ingredients around dry ingredient containers in the storage area. Spilled food makes it difficult to control pests. Note: The floor had been cleaned, but spilled material on shelves was not cleaned.
Golden China
March 28, 2024 | 925 Cumberland St, Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 601.11(A) Equipment, Food Contact Surfaces, Non-food Contact Surfaces and Utensils
A sheet pan holding clean food equipment near the three-compartment sink, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and other debris and was not clean to sight and touch. Cleaned.
6 – 501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
The assistant PIC reported that there was a leak in the walk-in cooler.
6 – 501.111 Controlling Pests
Potential rodent harborage areas on the exterior of the building perimeter were observed by the rear door due to plastic soft-drink racks stored along the building with leaves and other debris. Moved racks. Food facility inspection indicates evidence of insect activity in prep area. The facility does have a pest control program, but the facility is not cleaning under equipment and other areas to eliminate conditions favorable pests.
6 – 501.114 Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter
Frequency of cleaning behind and under equipment is inadequate, as evidenced by debris on the floors under equipment.
Colebrook Tavern & Restaurant
March 28, 2024 | 1510 Mount Wilson Rd, Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kits to determine the appropriate sanitizer concentration.
Aldi Inc. #098
March 28, 2024 | 105 N 11th Ave, Lebanon, PA 17046
No violations found.
Foltz’s Pretzels
March 28, 2024 | 35 S 8th St (market), Lebanon, PA 17042
4 – 602.13 Non-food Contact Surfaces
A fan in the prep area of the facility had a very heavy accumulation of dirt/debris on it. Manager said the fan will be cleaned.
Wendy’s #19218
March 29, 2024 | 1490 E Lehman St, Lebanon, PA 17042
No violations found.
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