Fruit flies in bar area; 8 facilities fail: Cumberland County restaurant inspections, Aug. 29, 2025

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The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers.

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Asian Special Foods, 900 Market St., Lemoyne, Aug. 22. Pass. Observed manual warewashing three-bay sink using plastic as drain stoppers; discussed with owner and new correct stoppers will be purchased. Observed a bowl, a scrubby and a sponge in the employee hand-wash sink; discussed with owner and corrected on site. Sponges observed in the dishwashing area being used to clean food-contact surfaces; discussed and corrected on site.

Buffalo Wild Wings No. 400, 6385 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 22. Pass. Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required. Several utensils had food residue and were not clean to sight and touch; corrected on site.

Charley’s Philly Steaks (Capital City Mall), 3506 Capital City Mall Drive, Camp Hill, follow-up, Aug. 22. Fail. A temperature-measuring device for measuring manual warewashing wash and sanitizing water temperatures is not available; repeat violation. Observed cooked chicken wings in the walk-in cooler area stored open with no covering; repeat violation. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the PA Food Code as evidenced by incorrect responses to food safety questions. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Observed a cellphone and drink on a prep table in the back kitchen area; corrected on site. The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the three-bay warewash sink was 50 ppm, rather than 150 ppm; discussed with management and corrected on site; repeat violation. Observed cooked chicken wings stored in the walk-in cooler and not being date-marked; repeat violation. Observed static dust on the walk-in cooler vent and interior of vent; repeat violation. Food employee observed in front area of the facility not wearing proper hair restraints, such as net or hat; corrected on site; repeat violation. Observed single-service, single-use articles stored in the front cook/prep area that were not in the original protective package or inverted to protect against contamination; repeat violation. Plumbing system not maintained in good repair; observed warewash sink leaking under the sink onto the floor; repeat violation. Observed numerous food ingredient storage containers, bottles and shakers not labeled with the common name of the food; repeat violation. Single-use plastic souffle cup was observed stored in the unlabeled sugar; corrected on site. Employee is not using available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine sanitizer concentration; repeat violation. The water temperature of the wash compartment of the manual warewashing equipment was 107.4 F, rather than not less than 110 F, as required. Could not get hot water to go above 107.4 and equipment is not being washed in the correct temperature to ensure proper washing; repeat violation. Utensils, spatulas, scrapers, lids, ladle stored in a plastic bin coming in contact with dried food debris inside of the bin. Bin was under the prep table in the back kitchen area. Ice machine with pink and black moldlike substance on the interior crash bar and in need of a deep-cleaning; repeat violation.

Country Gourmet at the Market, 900 Market St., Lemoyne, Aug. 22. Pass. Two food employees observed in the serving area not wearing proper hair restraints, such as beard covers. Temperature-measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in cold-hold display cases.

Dollar General No. 22087, 174 Newville Road, Newburg, Aug. 22. Pass. No violations.

Italian Taxi, 225 Baltimore Ave., Mount Holly Springs, complaint, Aug. 22. Pass. No violations.

Little Caesars, 836 Market St., Lemoyne, follow-up, Aug. 22. Fail. Food employee (manager) observed in prep/cook areas not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets or hats; corrected on site; repeat violation. Observed single-service, single-use articles stored in on a shelf at the boxing area that were not in the original protective package. Cardboard boxes and black plastic to-go containers were stored on the top shelf, not inverted to protect against contamination; repeat violation. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Observed food utensils not being cleaned every four hours as required; repeat violation. Observed employee putting small pizza boxes together without gloves. Bare hands were coming in contact with the interior food-contact area of the boxes; discussed with management to correct; repeat violation. Observed food ingredient storage containers, bottles and shakers not labeled with the common name of the food; repeat violation. Observed clean food equipment on the shelving in the three-bay sink area stored wet in a manner that does not allow for draining and/or air-drying (wet-nesting); repeat violation. Plumbing system not maintained in good repair; observed faucet handles not working properly to shut off water; repeat violation.

Market St. Deli LLC., 900 Market St., Lemoyne, Aug. 22. Pass. Employee was observed washing their hands at the three-bay sink rather than the designated hand-wash sink; discussed with owners and corrected on site. Employee observed in prep/cook area not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets, hats and beard covers. Hair cover was corrected on site, but no beard covers available.

Rutter’s No. 66, 1455 York Road, Carlisle, Aug. 22. Pass. No violations.

Sweet Frog, 6416 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 22. Fail. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Several food ingredient storage containers in the service area not labeled with the common name of the food. Milk crate observed in the hand-wash sink, indicating uses other than hand-washing; corrected on site. Mango puree, a refrigerated, ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food in the three-door refrigerator was date-marked but beyond indicated date and requires discarding; discarded on site. Mops are not being hung to air-dry; corrected on site. Observed three-door refrigerator with standing water and old food debris in need of cleaning. Observed old food on the exterior of the refrigerators in back storage area. Waffle maker has a large amount of grease and old food debris in need of cleaning. Microwave in back room in need of cleaning. Cutting boards with an extreme amount of discoloration need replaced. Two knives on prep table with old food debris. No sign or poster posted at the hand-wash sink in the back room to remind food employees to wash their hands.

Taipei Chinese Kitchen, 36 Erford Road, Camp Hill, opening, Aug. 22. Pass. No violations.

The Vintage Vault LLC, 25 Turnpike Road, Newburg, Aug. 22. Pass. No violations.

Whiskers Brewing Inc., 9 S. High St., Newville, Aug. 22. Pass. No violations.

Zook’s Soft Pretzels, 900 Market St., Lemoyne, Aug. 22. Pass. Nonfood contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil. Observed static dust buildup on the two hanging racks directly over food prep areas and in need of cleaning.

7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee, 6469 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 21. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Menasha, 954 Centerville Road, Newville, Aug. 21. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Microsemi, 100 Watts St., Mount Holly Springs, Aug. 21. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Newell, 3419 Ritter Highway, Newville, Aug. 21. Pass. No violations.

Carpe Diem, 401 Market St., New Cumberland, Aug. 21. Pass. Numerous pieces of black tape holding the upper door to the ice machine in place. Door is in need of repair. Tape is not a cleanable surface. Observed single-service, single-use articles stored in prep/cook area and the dry storage room area that were not in the original protective package or inverted to protect against contamination. Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required. Interior of four-slice toaster with pieces of bread and accumulation of crumbs on the interior of the toaster coming in contact with toasted bread. Dough hook had dried food debris. Waffle iron with dried food debris and not cleaned from the night before. Stainless pans with lids stored coming in contact with crumbs/food debris inside of containers. Slicer with dried food debris. All of the above were corrected on site. Old, unused equipment stored in entire kitchen area should be removed from food facility. The light intensity in the food preparation area is not at recommended intensity. Numerous lights are not working and in need of replacement. Nonfood contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil. Handles on three-door bain-marie on the cook line and on the microwave oven not clean to touch. Mops are not being hung to air-dry. Dirty mop water is not emptied at the end of the day, as observed by dirty water in the bucket from the night before. Ceiling in the kitchen area is cracked, peeling paint, warping, roughened and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

Homewood Suites, 50 Carlisle Springs Road, Carlisle, Aug. 21. Pass. Hand sink in kitchen prep area has a garbage disposal. Employees stated it is not used for anything other than hand-washing.

Honest Indian Cuisine, 6499 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, follow-up, Aug. 21. Fail. Employees in the kitchen were not wearing proper hair restraint while preparing food. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Food storage containers throughout the facility are not labeled with the common name of the food. Observed the following: grinder and parts not clean from previous use; three large tubs containing salt, sugar and other unidentified substance were extremely dirty, and lid is broken; multiple cutting boards with moldlike substance and heavy staining on bain-maires; several small cutting boards stored clean with food debris; juice machine in front of house old food debris; sugar cane extractor has a large amount of food debris throughout the unit; Robo Coupe in kitchen had large amount of food debris from previous days use. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 24 hours in refrigeration units is not being date-marked. Foods throughout the facility in bain-maires are not protected from previous day use. Products were stored with no covering. Food utensils in juice bar observed stored in a container of water not maintained at 135 F; corrected on site. Drains throughout the facility have a buildup of black moldlike substance and food debris in need of cleaning. Warewashing machine has a large amount of buildup of grease, lime and food debris. Three-bay sink and two-bay sink have grease buildup on interior walls. Observed the following: buildup of white and black substance and old food debris on dish racks; exterior of numerous bus tubs with grease and food debris stored clean; bain-maries with excessive food debris on interior and mold on gaskets; exterior of food storage containers throughout the facility with old food debris and buildup. Observed clean dish racks stored on the floor under the dish machine; corrected on site. Overhead vents and ceiling tiles have static dust and debris, a potential contamination to food, in need of cleaning.

Karns Quality Foods No. 3, 4870 Carlisle Pike Mechanicsburg, follow-up, Aug. 21. Pass. No violations.

Sapporo East, 4612 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 21. Fail. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 24 hours is not being date-marked. Food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. Food facility operator shall be the person in charge or shall designate a person in charge who shall be present at the food facility during all hours of operation. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Mechanical warewashing equipment observed with buildup of filth and food residue and not cleaned before use and frequently throughout the day. Multiple in-use utensils were being stored on the cook area. The cooking area has buildup of old food debris from previous days use. Single-use cup in large rice bin observed stored in the food; corrected on site. Observed in-use knives and/or cleavers stored between table edges or between tables, an area not easily cleanable and sanitized; corrected on site. Multiple dirty knives stored on a shelf. Plates on lower shelf of prep table to the right of the bain-marie had several stacks of plates with food debris. Several can openers with rust and food debris were observed and discarded. Interior right wall and deflector plate have moldlike substance. Multiple food in freezers and refrigeration units stored open with no covering. Observed single-service, single-use articles stored in sushi area not inverted for protection of overhead contamination; corrected on site. Inconsistent recordkeeping was observed. Food facility unable to provide documentation for procedures, monitoring of critical control points, and corrective actions in the HACCP plan submitted to and approved by the department. Two freezers with tape being used as a repair for gaskets and broken plastic. Between and under all equipment on the cooking line there is a buildup of old food debris and grease. The table to the right of the bain-marie including food-contact items needs to be cleaned. All refrigerator/freezer units have a buildup of old food debris on handles. Soda dispenser has buildup of pink moldlike substance on the underside of dispensers. The entire dish area is in need of deep-cleaning including the drain, chemical buckets, walls and floor. Observed buildup of black substance in the slop sink and drain. Observed a large amount of debris on the floor in the back of the facility in the dry storage area. Old food and greasy buildup on the chemical buckets. Walls and floor also have old food debris in need of cleaning.

Smart Mart, 1107 Bridge St., New Cumberland, Type 2 follow-up, Aug. 21. Pass. Observed roller grill with dried food debris and not cleaned from the night before. Observed tongs and tong holder with food debris and grease and not cleaned from the night before. Both of the above was corrected on site.

Subway, 40 Noble Blvd., Carlisle, follow-up, Aug. 21. Pass. No violations.

Subway, 299 A Westminster Drive, Carlisle, change of owner, Aug. 21. Pass. Nonfood contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil.

Super Buffet Carlisle, 40 Noble Blvd., Carlisle, Aug. 21. Pass. Observed food ingredient storage containers, in the kitchen area not labeled with the common name of the food. Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required; corrected on site. Nonfood contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil. Floor in the dishwash area is made of unfinished cement and is rough and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.

Taqueria Laurita, 150 W. High St., Carlisle, Aug. 21. Pass. Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required; corrected on site.

Canteen @ Cj Logisitcs, 801 Centerville Road, Newville, opening, Aug. 20. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Fed Ex Newville, 951 Centerville Road, Newville, opening, Aug. 20. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Geodis, 939 Centerville Road, Newville, opening, Aug. 20. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Office Depot, 950 Centerville Road, Newville, Aug. 20. Pass. No violations.

K Chicken Camp Hill Dba The Koop, 5 S. 35th St., Camp Hill, Aug. 20. Fail. Old unused equipment stored in the dry storage and back kitchen area should be removed from food facility. Front personal food/cooking space is in need of declutter/organizing. Food employee observed changing tasks that may have contaminated hands without a proper hand-wash in-between; corrected on site. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the PA Food Code as evidenced by incorrect responses to food safety questions. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Observed all food items in the walk-in cooler being held for more than 24 hours not dated-marked. Dumplings and french fries in the white upright freezer unit in the kitchen area stored open with no covering; corrected on site. Observed two bus tubs of raw chicken stored on the floor in the dish room, exposed and uncovered; corrected on site. Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required; corrected on site. Food utensil in the rice serving area observed stored in a container of water that is not maintained at 135 F. Water was maintained at 80 F in a crockpot without a temperature-measuring device to check the temperature. Discussed, emptied and corrected on site. Food-dispensing utensil in white rolling flour bin observed stored in the food and not with handle above the top of the food and the container. Observed single-use containers with no handles being used for other purposes. Observed two bus tubs of raw chicken stored directly on the floor in dish room area, rather than 6 inches off the floor as required. Observed numerous plastic containers with stickers and sticker residue on the stackable portion of the container and in need of removal. Observed tongs being stored on the oven handle touching the unsanitary oven door; corrected on site. Nonfood contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil. A black moldlike substance on the caulking and back splash at the three-bay sink in the dish room and in need of repair and cleaning. Handles on the two-door bain-marie with heavy dried food accumulation and not clean to touch.

Trindle Family Restaurant, 5001 E. Trindle Road, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 20. Pass. No violations.

Wild Rabbit Taphouse, 314 Bridge St., New Cumberland, Aug. 20. Pass. Observed the lids on the pizza station bain-marie with broken hinges and in need of repair or replacement. Food employees observed in kitchen area not wearing proper hair restraints, such as beard covers. Observed some food ingredient storage containers (rolling ingredient floor bins and bottles) in the prep/cook kitchen area not labeled with the common name of the food. Ceiling tiles missing in the dish room area and need to be replaced.

Banana Leaf Indian Cuisine, 6520 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, Type 2 follow-up, Aug. 19. Pass. Three knives stored on a magnetic knife rack were not clean to sight or touch; corrected on site.

Eat LLC @ The Market on Market, 2000 Chestnut St., Camp Hill, Aug. 19. Pass. No violations.

Ever Grain Brewing Co., 4444 Carlisle Pike, Camp Hill, Aug. 19. Pass. Observed two two-door bain-marie cooling units with missing handles on the lids and in need of replacement. Observed accumulation of static dust over the coffee/tea station in the front line with the possibility to contaminate drinks being prepared. Observed two light shields near the dish area that are cracked/broken and in need of replacement.

Sheetz No. 527, 5201 Simpson Ferry Road, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 19. Pass. Paper cup holders are in need of deep-cleaning. Spillage at the coke dispenser needs cleaned.

Armitage Club House “Caddy Shack”, 800 Orrs Bridge Road, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 18. Fail. Multiple food items in the reach-in freezer stored open with no covering; corrected on site. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Multiple foods held at 45 F in the walk-in cooler area, rather than 41 F or below as required; corrected on site. Observed food being cooled in refrigerator/walk-in cooler in containers with tight-fitting lids, which is not a proper cooling method; corrected on site. Observed a large amount of spillage, ice buildup and debris on the walk-in freezer floor. Observed single-service, single-use articles stored in multiple areas of the kitchen that were not in the original protective package or inverted to protect from contamination. Untreated wood wall and floor damage observed in the bar area near the soda dispenser are not easily cleanable surfaces. Containers storing smallwares with food spillage and accumulation of debris Slicer with dried food debris from previous days use. Ice observed in the hand-wash sink at the bar, indicating uses other than hand-washing; corrected on site. Observed fruit flies, too numerous to count, in the bar area near the soda dispenser. Floor behind the unit has bare wood and damaged flooring. Old unused equipment stored in the back area of the kitchen should be removed from food facility.

Bella Sicilia Bakery & Dell, 79 Erford Road, Camp Hill, opening, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.

Canteen @ Napa, 9 Eleanor Drive, New Kingstown, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.

Kindercare Learning Center, 730 Wertzville Road, Enola, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.

Knr Beauty Supplies African & General Market, 121 E. Louther St., Carlisle, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.

New Silver Spring Diner, 6520 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 18. Fail. Observed wet-wiping cloths on the cook line not being stored in sanitizer solution; corrected on site. Observed dented cans stored on the can rack not segregated or identified not for use. Person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this noncompliant inspection. Observed in the walk-in cooler: Raw chicken stored above ready-to-eat products. Observed foods throughout the facility stored open with no covering. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in the food facility and held for more than 24 hours not being date-marked. Spillage and buildup on the walk-in cooler floor. Floor and pipe behind the cook line with buildup of debris and grease. Handles and gaskets on refrigeration units throughout the facility with old food debris and buildup. Sides of fryer with accumulation of grease. Three knives stored on a magnetic knife holder with food debris. Drawers throughout the facility contain old food debris that is in contact with smallwares. Ice scoop is being stored in a dirty storage container. Mold on dividers of food storage rack in the cooler is a potential contaminate to the food stored on the rack. Ice machine has a black moldlike substance on the right wall and the white deflector plate. Shelves have food accumulation that is in contact with pint glasses. Buildup on the prep table around the mounted can opener. Dish machine has a large amount of scale buildup inside and outside in need of detail cleaning. Observed food items placed in a warming unit that were not reheated to 165 degrees within 2 hours. Observed single-service, single-use articles stored on service line that were not in the original protective package or inverted for protection from overhead contamination. Observed the drain at the dishwasher to be extremely dirty and noticed a foul smell around the dish machine drain believed to be coming from the drain. Paper towel dispenser empty at the hand-wash sink on the cook line. Old unused equipment stored in the dry storage area should be removed from food facility. No sign or poster posted at the hand-wash sink on the cook line to remind food employees to wash their hands. Screen door to the outside is not self-closing and/or is being propped open; corrected on site. Screen door in the back room of the facility has a gap and does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents and other animals.

Pho Na, 35 W. North St., Carlisle, opening, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.

Pizza Hut, 10 Sporting Green Road, Mechanicsburg, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.

Shake Em Up Mobile Kitchen And Eatery, mobile food facility Type 3, 2321 S. Rear Market Street @ Service Garage St., Camp Hill, opening, Aug. 18. Pass. No violations.