Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of August 11.
Each week, we highlight the inspection reports provided through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The department performs the inspections in many areas, while some municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem conduct their own inspections.
All establishments are inspected once per year, and inspectors may return several more times if the initial inspection is not passed or complaints are received. (For more information on how food safety inspections are conducted in Pennsylvania, view a list of FAQs .)
As noted by the Department of Agriculture, the reports are merely a “snapshot” in time, and they may not be representative of the restaurant’s long-term condition. Many of the violations are corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the establishment.
If a food provider is considered “out of compliance”, that means it has one or more violations that require a return visit by an inspector. The establishment is given time to fix the violations and remains open for business.
You can view the complete inspection reports for any establishment in the Department of Agriculture’s food safety inspection database . To report an illness after eating or drinking at an establishment, use the department’s complaint form . (Please don’t contact us: we do not inspect restaurants.)
Aci Halal Meat & Turkish Restaurant
34 N 2nd St., Allentown
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City
Compliance: Out
Violations: 7
- Raw meat was stored above ready to eat salads. Follow proper food storage order.
- The pistachios and walnuts did not have proper labeling. Ensure all food items are labeled correctly.
- The fans in the walk-in cooler have food residue accumulation. Clean fans and increase cleaning frequency to prevent residue accumulation.
- The handwash sink located in the kitchen area does not have water at a temperature of at least 85° F. Ensure handwashing sinks have water of at least 85° F.
- Lights in the refrigerator are not shielded or shatter proof. Replace lights with LEDs or place shields over them.
- The gasket on the door of the walk-in cooler is damaged. Replace gasket. –There is a water leak on the roof, and it drains in the hood area. Fix water leak and call for professional hood maintenance.
- Observed old broken equipment stored in the back of the parking lot. Remove old/unused equipment.
American Club Hoagie Shop
300 Cherry St., Coplay
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Coplay Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
American Club of Coplay Pavilion
300 Cherry St., Coplay
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Coplay Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- The fire suppression system, in the exhaust hood over the cooking equipment, requires service. The tag on the system indicates that it was last serviced in July 2023. Contact your service company and have them service the system.
- Torn rubber door gaskets were observed on the True refrigerator. Replace the torn door gaskets.
Birches of the Lehigh Valley
5030 Freemansburg Ave., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Brown-Lynch American Legion
2260 Corriere Dr., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Carrabba’s Italian Grill #8905
2471 Park Ave., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Coplay Fire Company
165 Cherry St., Coplay
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Coplay Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Easton Swimming & Diving TFF-3
Palmer Days Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Fuel Nutritional Smoothie Café
1245 Chestnut St., Ste 107 Emmaus
Latest inspection: 8/17/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Fun Affairs (MFF Type 3)
600 Haymont Dr., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Greek Orthodox Church (TFS – 3)
Palmer Days Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Ima – Easton High School TFS-3
Palmer Days Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Imperial Garden
700 Philadelphia Rd., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/12/2024
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- The interior surface of a chest freezer is cracked and repaired with materials unapproved for food equipment. Replace this freezer.
- Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in this restaurant. Replace the stained ceiling tiles.
Indian Bazaar Pa.
3601 Nazareth Rd., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/16/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Jamba Juice # 1429
4606 Broadway St., Ste B, Allentown
Latest inspection: 8/16/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Joe’s Pizza & Restaurant
1133 Northampton St., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 4
- Food was held at 57° F, in the display cooler, rather than 41° F or below as required. Move the food to a working refrigerator. Monitor food temperatures during cold holding. *Food was moved.
- The display cooler is not capable of maintaining food temperatures at the required cold hold temperature. Repair or replace this cooler.
- The food facility does not maintain Food Employee Certification records as required. the manager’s certification has expired. Renew your certification.
- A certification is not posted because it has expired. Post your new certification.
Koch 33 Café
3816 Hecktown Rd., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Lafayette College Food Truck
730 High St., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The freezer is not working. Repair or replace this freezer.
Lafayette Inn
525 W Monroe St., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Lynnport Fire Co #1
7164 Behler Rd., New Tripoli
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: Out
Violations: 1
- Food facility is using an approved non-public water system, but does not have current laboratory testing results for water potability.
Mad Catter Coffee Roasters @ Saucon Valley Farmers Market
409 Constitution Ave., Hellertown
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Mod Pizza
1878 Airport Rd., Allentown
Latest inspection: 8/12/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- The food facility does not maintain Food Employee Certification records as required. Facility has (30) days to correct this violation. FEC Warning letter requested.
New Creation UCC TFS 3
Palmer Days Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Palmer Moravian Church (TFS – 3)
Palmer Days Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Poppteas
3300 Lehigh St., Ste 522, Allentown
Latest inspection: 8/16/2024
Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Punjabi Kitchen
3601 Nazareth Rd., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/16/2024
Inspection type: Change of Owner by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Safe Harbor Easton
536 Bushkill Dr., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/14/2024
Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Sam Owens
128 Chestnut St., Coplay
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Coplay Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 3
- The interior surfaces of two chest freezers, in the basement, are cracked and repaired with materials unapproved for food equipment. Replace these freezers.
- The salad prep unit and the fan covers in the walk-in cooler require cleaning. Clean the salad prep unit and fan covers. –The upright freezers in the basement require defrosting and cleaning. Defrost and clean the freezers.
- The floor under the soda boxes requires cleaning. Clean this floor.
Saylor’s & Co.
1105 Main St., Hellertown
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Complaint by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Food facility has an employee who held a Certified Food Manager certificate; however, the certificate has expired and is no longer valid. please send a copy of the certificate to this inspector at nkelekci@pa.gov .
Siam Café
101 N Front St., Coplay
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Coplay Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- The food facility does not maintain Food Employee Certification records as required. the manager’s certification has expired. Renew your certification.
- A food manager’s certification is not posted in this facility because it has expired. Post your certificate after it has been renewed.
Slice of Italy
5924 Tilghman St., Ste G Allentown
Latest inspection: 8/16/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Sodexo @ Northampton Community College – Fowler
511 E 3rd St., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 8/12/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Sweet Memories Café
180 Main St., Emmaus
Latest inspection: 8/17/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Thai Diner
910 Chestnut St., Coplay
Latest inspection: 8/13/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Coplay Borough
Compliance: In
Violations: 2
- The table under the range, the fryer, and the storage shelving next to the fryer, require cleaning. Clean all of this equipment and maintain it in a clean condition.
- The wall to the left of the exhaust hood, requires cleaning. Clean this wall. Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in this facility. Owner stated that the property owner scheduled a roofer to repair the roof. Replace all of the water stained tiles after the roof has been repaired.
Turkey Hill Minit Market #224
1140 Hellertown Rd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 8/12/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: 1
- Bathroom is not provided with a covered waste receptacle .
Weis Markets #169
3011 William Penn Hwy., Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Complaint by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Wendy’s Restaurant #19317
2190 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem
Latest inspection: 8/12/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Bethlehem City
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Young Chefs Academy
4662 Broadway Rd., Allentown
Latest inspection: 8/16/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
Youth Advocate Programs (TFS – 3)
Palmer Days Easton
Latest inspection: 8/15/2024
Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture
Compliance: In
Violations: None
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