Philadelphia Department of Health conducted a reinspection at Steven Stein’s Famous Deli and Restaurant. The re-inspection was conducted to ensure that the food safety regulations were being followed at the outlet. However, the observation of multiple violations led to the closure of the restaurant.
Please note that the results mentioned here are from a particular inspection conducted on April 1 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the establishments.
Highlights
- Steven Stein’s Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant was not found to be in satisfactory compliance.
- The outlet was ordered to cease operations immediately amid grave health hazards found there.
- The establishment has to pay the required fee and can continue operations after approval from the Department.
A Philadelphia Restaurant Ordered to Cease Operations
- Where: 1619 Grant Ave # 39, Philadelphia, PA 19115
- When: April 1, 2025
Steven Stein’s Famous Gourmet Deli and Restaurant is a Jewish Deli, famous for selling kosher meats prepared in-house. Bagels, sandwiches, and other snacks are included in the restaurant menu. A reinspection was conducted at the outlet in which multiple violations were found.
What Went Wrong at the Jewish Deli Restaurant?
Health inspectors observed old food residue in the handwash sink. No reminder poster was posted on the sink to remind employees to wash their hands. One can opener and all food prep sinks had old food residues accumulated. The ice machine bin had developed pink slime.
The report also stated that the chicken salad had a missing date, and the premade drinks were not labeled. Insect infestation was observed. Wiping cloths were not stored in a sanitizing solution. The cutting boards had deep scratches. The floor tiles in the prep area were cracked.
The inspectors also noted food residue buildup on gaskets, on outside surfaces of the cold display, and in the drain under the handwash sink. Grease accumulated on the grease trap and all cooking equipment. Walk-in units needed deep cleaning due to debris.
Deep cleaning was suggested to remove buildup on the floor and along the perimeters of the prep area and bakery. Even the walls in these areas had residues. Ware wash sink and floor perimeter of the walk-in coolers were also filled with dirt and residues.
The restaurant is ordered to cease its operations for a minimum of 48 hours, as mentioned in the report. The restaurant authorities have to fix all the violations and pay the required fee. After that, the restaurant can contact the department for a reinspection. Once it passes the health inspection successfully, it will be allowed to operate again.
