The New Tavern Bar and Restaurant in Philadelphia was cited for violations in its recent health inspection. The Philadelphia Department of Health visited the restaurant on June 4, 2025, and noted multiple violations. Multiple health code issues were identified during the inspection.
Please note that the report mentioned here is from a particular inspection conducted on June 4 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the establishment.
Highlights
- The restaurant failed inspection with 5 risk factors violations and several good retail practice violations.
- Rodent activity and insect presence were observed throughout the facility.
- The manager did not have the required Philadelphia food safety certification at the time of inspection.
New Tavern Bar and Restaurant
- Where: 232 S 45th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
- When: June 4, 2025 (4:15 PM to 7:00 PM)
New Tavern Bar and Restaurant operates an eat-in facility where food is prepared and served. At the time of the inspection, Marvin Destouet was identified as the person in charge.
Inspection Findings
The inspection found risk factor violations and several good retail practice violations. The manager could not initially identify five foodborne illnesses mandated by the department. The facility also did not have a City of Philadelphia Manager food safety certificate, which was not observed at the time of inspection. However, an email was sent along with the report, and the issue was rectified on-site.
The handwashing sinks had several issues, including missing signage, empty paper towel dispensers, and no waste containers. Some black residue was observed in the ice machine, and debris was in the prep sink.
The report also noted insect presence, with evidence of rodent droppings seen in the facility. Inspectors found a deceased mouse in a trap beneath the three-bay sink. The inspection report documented that flies were also seen in the facility.
Inspectors found insecticide stored improperly beneath a handwashing sink. Wiping cloths were not kept in a sanitizing solution. A non-NSF/ANSI-approved microwave was found in the food preparation area.
Physical maintenance issues included a lack of self-closing doors in the toilet facilities. Other infractions included grease- and dust-laden hood filters, a functioning light bulb in the food preparation area, and a missing protective shield on fluorescent lighting.
Debris, including flour and water puddles around spices dry storage, was observed throughout the establishment. Cigarette butts were found in the food storage area and near the pool table.
The facility must obtain the required food safety certificate issued by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health and submit an application within 30 days. Failure to comply can lead to cease operations orders and license suspension. The facility was reported to be non-compliant with health regulations. All the violations listed must be corrected. Compliance status will be determined at the time of reinspection.
