CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Multiple food safety violations were identified at two Chester County establishments during March 25 inspections, including improper food temperatures and sanitation issues, according to the Chester County Health Department.
At Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop in the 1000 block of East Lancaster Avenue in Downingtown, inspectors reported that a refrigeration unit was not maintaining required temperatures of 41°F or below for time/temperature controlled for safety foods.
According to inspectors, food items stored above the required temperature were voluntarily discarded by the person in charge.
Inspectors also cited the facility for improperly labeled prepackaged cookies, blocked access to a handwashing sink, and failure to clean utensils every four hours as required.
Additional violations included employee personal items stored in food areas, a lack of a certified food manager, and mops not being properly hung to dry.
At La Taco Bistro, located inside Paoli Hospital in the 200 block of West Lancaster Avenue, inspectors reported the absence of a certified food manager and failure to post required licensing and inspection documentation in public view.
Health officials noted that inspections represent conditions observed at the time and may not reflect long-term practices.
The following establishments were reported to be in compliance during the same inspection period:
- 7-Eleven Store, Phoenixville
- Barnard’s Orchards & Green Houses, Kennett Square
- Bonchon, West Chester
- Chartwells at Kennett Middle School, Landenberg
- Coatesville Intermediate High School – Food Services, Coatesville
- Common Good Pizza & Tap #2, Malvern
- High Street Café, West Chester
- Scoops & Smiles, West Chester
- Sorelle Cucina at Gervasi Property, Malvern
- Teen’s Place (Teen’s BBQ & Soul LLC), Oxford
- Texas Roadhouse, Downingtown
- The Lost Cow Steaks & Taps, Malvern
- Tuned Up Brewery LLC, Spring City
- Vineyard Community Church, Chester Springs
- West Chester Hot Chicken, West Chester
Residents who observe unsanitary conditions or believe there is a food safety issue can file a complaint through the Chester County Health Department at https://www.chesco.org/5843 or call 610-344-6225 if illness is suspected after dining.
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