Lehigh Valley food safety report: Rodent droppings, mystery meat, warm duck eggs

Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of April 27.

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.)

A & T Mart

502 N 9th St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: 3

Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration. Obtain test strips.
Food facility inspection indicates evidence of rodents/insect activity in the retail area. Contact pest company and increase treatment to a bi-weekly regimen.
Droppings were observed on the floor in the animal food area. Clean the floor.

Aloha Nutrition

2907 W Emaus Ave., Suite 2107, Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Arby’s #5742

950 Broadway, Wind Gap

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Complaint by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Bei Jing Garden

285 Town Center Blvd., Easton

Latest inspection: 4/30/2025

Inspection type: Follow-up by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Bodega Bistro LLC

5728 Greens Drive, Allentown

Latest inspection: 5/3/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 3

Food Employee Certificate was not posted.
Food in cold hold unit was 60° F. Food was moved to another unit.
No hot water available at hand sink. Alternate hand wash set up in place. Repair the water heater.

Bushkill Twp. Vfc Food Stand

155 Firehouse Ln., Nazareth

Latest inspection: 4/30/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Changlong Grocery Inc.

734 Park St., Whitehall

Latest inspection: 5/1/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: Out

Violations: 11

Observed live shellstock located in the rear reach in refrigerator that were taken from original packaging and placed inside a hard plastic container without identification tags attached to the container.
Observed food stored directly on the floor in walk in cooler and freezer rather than 6 inches off of the floor as required.
The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection.
Observed various reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) fish types and seafood thawing in reach in refrigerator without being removed from package to prevent the growth of Clostridium Botulinum and Listeria Monocytogenes. *Fish and Seafood items were removed from refrigerator and voluntarily disposed of during this inspection.
Observed preserved duck eggs with packaging requiring refrigeration being held at room temperature, in the store aisle, rather than 41° F or below as required per the label. *Eggs were removed from shelf and voluntarily disposed of during this inspection.
Observed various unlabeled packaged meats and seafood in reach in refrigerator and freezer not identifying the common name of the food item.
Observed food facility reduced oxygen packaging various types of fish and seafood, which has a potential for Clostridium Botulinum and Listeria monocytogenes, without documenting or monitoring a secondary food safety barrier. ROP food items are required to be frozen during the special process and items were not frozen at time of being sealed.
Observed the handwash sink near the reach in refrigerator and freezer not having single use towels, continuous towels, or air-drying device available to dry hands.
Observed food facility lining rear reach in refrigerator shelving with single use newspaper, an absorbent material not easy to clean.
Food facility does not employ a certified food employee as required.
Observed a buildup of static dust and dirt on the fan guards in the walk-in freezer in need of cleaning.

Chew Street Market LLC

1425 Chew St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City

Compliance: Out

Violations: 5

Ham was held at 46° F, in the front cold hold unit. Store TCS food at 41° F or below as required. Operator took temperature 3 hours earlier at 39° F. *TCS food was moved to alternate refrigerator.
Ground beef observed thawing at room temperature in the 3-bay sink, which is not an approved thawing method. Use approved thawing method.
Spoiled lettuce was for sale in rear cold hold unit. *Spoiled produce was discarded. Increase frequency product is rotated.
Beverage cooler had an ambient temperature of 50° F. Do not use to store TCS food until capable of holding 41° F or below. –Front cold hold unit observed holding ham at 46° F. Do not use to store TCS food until capable of holding 41° F or below.
Cold water is leaking from beneath sink at handwash sink in kitchen. Repair leak.

Thermometers missing or not accurate in several refrigeration units. Provide thermometers in all units.
Observed wet wiping cloths in prep kitchen and main cooking line, not being stored in sanitizer solution.
Grease accumulation on and around the fryers. Clean thoroughly.

GQ BBQ and Grill MFF4

1209 MacArthur Road, Whitehall

Latest inspection: 4/30/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: 1

Refrigerated foods, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 24 hours, located in the refrigerator, is not being datemarked. *Corrected.

Gross Towers Senior Center

1339 W Allen St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Inkwell

1125 Hamilton St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Opening by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: None

The Iron Grille MFF4

8348 Holbens Valley Road, New Tripoli

Latest inspection: 5/2/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

J P Mart

102 Tilghman St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: 2

Chef knife, a food contact surface, was observed to have food residue and was not clean to sight and touch. Knives must be taken through a wash, rinse, and sanitize and air dry before returning to holding.
Freezer in the rear of the store had a build-up of food residue on non-food surface. Clean and maintain this freezer.

Food Employee Certificate has expired. At least one employee must obtain a valid certification.

Mama Juana Restaurant & Lounge

1038 Union Blvd., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: 2

Old food residue, observed in the handwash sink, indicating uses other than handwashing. Handwashing sinks shall only be used for hand washing.
No paper towels were present during the time of inspection. Ensure paper are stocked at all times.

Morty’s Steak Shop

332 Main St., Emmaus

Latest inspection: 5/3/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 5

Food Employee Certificate was not posted.
Steak meat was held at 78-80° F on the flat grill rather than 135° F or above as required.
Wet wiping cloth on the cooking line was not being stored in sanitizer solution. *Corrected.
Chicken in refrigerated prep unit was 45° F rather than 41° F or below as required.
Food particles and debris accumulated on the plastic shelving.

Mount Bethel Diner

2600 N Delaware Road, Mount Bethel

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

OA Donuts & 3pc Chicken

3690 Lehigh St., Suites 7G & 8H, Whitehall

Latest inspection: 5/2/2025

Inspection type: Opening by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: 1

Observed shelving under the front service counter that is not a smooth, cleanable and non-porous surface.

Olive Garden #1425

715 Grape St., Whitehall

Latest inspection: 5/2/2025

Inspection type: Follow-up by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Phoebe-Devitt Home

1925 Turner St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Follow-up by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Pott’s Dog Barn

1438 Chestnut St., Emmaus

Latest inspection: 5/3/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 1

Food Employee Certificate was not posted.

Ridge Ave., Mini Mart

621 Ridge Ave., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Rita’s Water Ice MFF2

90 Eisenhart Blvd., Bangor

Latest inspection: 4/30/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Slateford Inn

667 Slateford Road, Mount Bethel

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Speer’s Market

845 Gum Road, Pen Argyl

Latest inspection: 5/1/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

The Sticky Pig

2820 Pennsylvania St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 5/1/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 1

Valid Food Manager Certificate was not posted. Operator provided photo of certificate.

Swadee Thai House Restaurant

302 Main St., Emmaus

Latest inspection: 4/30/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 6

Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 24 hours, located in the walk-in cooler, is not being datemarked.
Food in refrigerated prep unit was 47° F. Maintain TCS foods cold at 41° F.
Floor of the walk-in cooler was dirty. Clean thoroughly.
Refrigerated prep unit was not holding food at 41° F or below. Repair as needed.
Excessive accumulation of non-essential items and equipment in various areas of the facility. Remove all unnecessary articles.
Excessive grease accumulation on the filters in the exhaust hood. Clean and degrease.

Taco Bell #24417

2420 Northampton St., Easton

Latest inspection: 5/2/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Wilson Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Turkey Hill Minit Market #317

726 N 15th St., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Turkey Hill Minit Market #96

2900 Emaus Ave., Allentown

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Allentown City

Compliance: In

Violations: 1

Observed accumulation of dust and debris on the walk-in cooler floor. Increase cleaning frequency of this area.

Wendy’s

200 Trolley Line Drive, Easton

Latest inspection: 5/1/2025

Inspection type: Complaint by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

West Easton Grocery & Smoke Shop

708-A East St., West Easton

Latest inspection: 5/1/2025

Inspection type: Regular by West Easton Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 2

Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sinks in the restroom and in the store area.
Fire extinguisher is not up to date. Extinguisher must be serviced on a yearly basis. This is a repeat violation.

Wingstop

1328 Chestnut St., Emmaus

Latest inspection: 5/3/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Emmaus Borough

Compliance: In

Violations: 2

Utility mop sink and surrounding wall surfaces are soiled. Clean area thoroughly.
Soiling from starch and food residue on exterior surfaces of ice machine, ice scoop holder and cheese dispenser. Iced tea dispensing unit was not clean to the touch. Clean thoroughly.

Yo Fresh Yogurt Café

4642 Broadway, Allentown

Latest inspection: 5/2/2025

Inspection type: Change of Owner by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Zachary Romano DBA Bagels on the Corner and Deli

416 Blue Valley Drive, Bangor

Latest inspection: 4/29/2025

Inspection type: Regular by Pa. Dept. of Agriculture

Compliance: In

Violations: None

Zentenario Churrasqueria Guattemalteca

1104 Butler St., Easton

Latest inspection: 4/28/2025

Inspection type: Regular by City of Easton Bureau of Health

Compliance: In

Violations: 3

Food employees were observed working with food and they were not wearing proper hair restraints, such as hair nets or hats. Correct this practice immediately.
Beef was held at 47° F, in the refrigerated prep unit, rather than 41° F or below as required. Food was stacked on top of other food containers. Correct this practice as you were instructed. Beef was placed into a refrigerator.
A food employee was observed touching a tortilla with bare hands. Correct this practice immediately.

Lehigh Valley food safety report: Rodent droppings, mystery meat, warm duck eggs

A & T Mart

Aloha Nutrition

Arby’s #5742

Bei Jing Garden

Bodega Bistro LLC

Bushkill Twp. Vfc Food Stand

Changlong Grocery Inc.

Chew Street Market LLC

Chipotle Mexican Grill #2432

Club de Nutricion Vide y Salud

CVS Pharmacy #3617

Delicioso Pizza & Subs

Delicious Dogs and More MFF3

Dinky’s (MFF-3)

Dinky’s II (MFF-4)

Dixie Sips LLC

EAA Chapter 70

East Penn Diner

GQ BBQ and Grill MFF4

Gross Towers Senior Center

Inkwell

The Iron Grille MFF4

J P Mart

Jrads Bistro

Kirkridge Camp

Lady Daycare

Lehigh Valley Active Life

Lidl Store #1096

Lin’s Garden

Mama Juana Restaurant & Lounge

Morty’s Steak Shop

Mount Bethel Diner

OA Donuts & 3pc Chicken

Olive Garden #1425

Phoebe-Devitt Home

Pott’s Dog Barn

Ridge Ave., Mini Mart

Rita’s Water Ice MFF2

Slateford Inn

Speer’s Market

The Sticky Pig

Swadee Thai House Restaurant

Taco Bell #24417

Turkey Hill Minit Market #317

Turkey Hill Minit Market #96

Wendy’s

West Easton Grocery & Smoke Shop

Wingstop

Yo Fresh Yogurt Café

Zachary Romano DBA Bagels on the Corner and Deli

Zentenario Churrasqueria Guattemalteca

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