WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported violations at three food facilities during inspections conducted May 1, while multiple other establishments were found in compliance.
At Bella Rosa, 1890 W. Strasburg Road in Coatesville, inspectors cited several maintenance and sanitation issues, including expired chlorine sanitizer test strips, a leaking faucet at a three-compartment sink, and the need to clean the interior of an ice machine. A damaged mop hanger was also noted, and an unlabeled spray bottle of grill cleaner was corrected during the inspection.
At Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School, 119 McDermott Drive in West Chester, inspectors identified multiple violations related to food safety practices and equipment requirements.
The facility was directed to replace its two-bay sink with a three-bay sink to meet food preparation and warewashing standards, with a compliance deadline of August 1, 2026.
Inspectors also cited improper produce washing in an unapproved sink, lack of a probe thermometer for monitoring food temperatures, and deficiencies in staff food safety knowledge.
Additional violations included improper cleaning of reusable food containers without proper sanitization and continued use of noncompliant food service equipment, which must be replaced with disposable items.
At The Original Hot Bagels, 100 Landenberg Road in Landenberg, inspectors cited the absence of a fire suppression system for the front counter hood, which must be installed, inspected, and approved.
The department noted that inspection results represent conditions observed at the time of inspection and may not reflect long-term compliance.
Facilities listed in compliance included
- Han Dynasty, 260 N. Pottstown Pike, Suite 68, Exton;
- American Institute, 720 Providence Road, Malvern;
- Aramark at East Ward Elementary School, 435 Washington Avenue, Downingtown;
- Beijing Hunan, 82 Glocker Way, Pottstown;
- Beverage World Slushie, 140 S. Main Street, Phoenixville;
- Big Yellow Mug, 125 Saginaw Road, Lincoln University;
- Coatesville Community Market, 266 E. Lincoln Highway, Coatesville;
- Dunkin Donuts, 400 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville;
- DWLL/Beacon Hill, 1765 Beacon Hill Road, Downingtown;
- Ingleside Golf Club, 104 Horseshoe Drive, Thorndale;
- Montesano Bros. at St. Anthony’s Lodge, 259 W. Church Street, Downingtown;
- Parlor Donuts, 600 Lancaster Avenue, Berwyn;
- Penns Grove Middle School, 301 S. Fifth Street, Oxford;
- Triple Fresh Market, 801 Doe Run Road, Coatesville;
- Wawa #208, 567 Lancaster Avenue, Frazer;
- Wawa #81, 1195 Pottstown Pike, West Chester; and
- Wayvine Winery, 5150 Forge Road, Nottingham.
Residents can report unsanitary conditions or file a complaint through the Chester County Health Department at https://www.chesco.org/5843 or by calling 610-344-6225 if illness is suspected.
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