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'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 03/17/2025
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# Violation
46 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector Comments
The three compartment sink has a plastic piece of tubing that is temporarily connecting the pvc to the drain. Replace to be a solid piece of pvc and install an air gap to three compartment sink and food prep sink to prevent back up contamination.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector Comments
There is a large amount of water in the basement which is not being properly pumped out of the facility. Water observed pouring from the electrical panel in basement and a broken pipe outside that is flooding the back door area leading to the kitchen. Employee stated a new sump pump system has been installed but has not been completed. Repair system so that water may be removed from basement to prevent rodent harborage conditions.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 03/10/2025
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# Violation
1 Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses

Inspector Comments
There is no food safety manager certified by this Department (CFSM) on duty as required. A CFSM must be on duty at all times the facility is open and/or food is being prepared. A completed application(SA-71)for CFSM, or proof of enrollment in an approved safety class must be submitted to the Department.
6 Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector Comments
Food employees are not washing their hands as required before putting on gloves, after handling soiled tableware, after handling raw meat, before handling clean tableware, equipment, utensils. CFSM must review hand washing requirements with staff.
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector Comments
1. The hand sink in the deli prep area was blocked with items upon arrival. 2. There were no paper towels at the hand washing sink in the kitchen. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap, individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or a heated-air hand drying device.
13 Food separated & protected

Inspector Comments
Several products held in refrigeration are not being covered. Cover all products in refrigerators to prevent contamination.
14 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector Comments
1. The can opener contains food debris. 2. Food prep sink contains dirt and debris. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
20 Proper cold holding temperature
Corrected On-Site.

Inspector Comments
Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be cold held at or below 41ºF. Lettuce temperature in the cold holding was 44 degrees. Employee removed, wrapped in plastic and relocated during inspection.
36 Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector Comments
1. Rodent like droppings were observed on the floor under the handwashing sink in the kitchen. 2. There is water observed pouring from pipe in the basement, leak was stopped during inspection. Remove droppings, clean and sanitize area. Repair leak to prevent rodent harborage conditions.
41 In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector Comments
1. Cook was observed using spackle knife to cook food, proper utensils were accessible. Ensure proper utensils are being used to prevent contamination. 2. Spoon was observed stored completely within food product. Ensure utensils are stored outside in a clean area.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector Comments
The Avanto 2 door refrigerator right hand door is broken. Repair door to good working order.
46 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector Comments
Employee was unable to set up 3 compartment sink correctly. The 3 compartment sink is not being setup correctly. Always set up the 3 compartment sink to wash (soap & hot>110F water), rinse, and sanitize (50-100ppm chlorine or 200-300ppm quaternary ammonia). Sink was set up properly during inspection.
46 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector Comments
There is a leak under the rinse compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Block of wood is being used to hold up piping. Air gap for sink is filled with spray foam. Repair sink to be in good working order and remove spray foam from air gap.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector Comments
Floor surfaces and all equipment contain a build up of dirt and debris, including several food containers and bottles in cook line. Clean and sanitize to be free of debris.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 10/07/2024
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# Violation
13 Food separated & protected

Inspector Comments
Raw Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) products are being stored directly over ready to eat foods. Always store raw TCS products under ready to eat foods.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector Comments
1. Ceiling tiles in restroom are missing and stained due to leak. Repair to be in good working order. 2. Floors in kitchen behind cooking equipment contain food debris. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 09/30/2024
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# Violation
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector Comments
1. The handwashing sink in the register area has no paper towels. 2. The restroom has no soap or paper towels. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap, individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or a heated-air hand drying device.
13 Food separated & protected

Inspector Comments
Raw Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) products are being stored directly over ready to eat foods. Always store raw TCS products under ready to eat foods.
14 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector Comments
The deli slicer contains food debris. Disassemble, clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
17 Proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Inspector Comments
Cheese in hot hold measured 56 degrees F. Potentially hazardous food that is cooked, cooled and reheated for hot holding shall be reheated so that all parts of the food reach a temperature of at least 74°C (165°F) for 15 seconds. Reheating for hot holding shall be done rapidly
21 Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector Comments
Deli meats and other ready to eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods are not being date marked as required. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held in a food facility for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to be sold or discarded within 7 days or the manufacturers use by date whichever comes first.
36 Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector Comments
1. There are multiple flies in the facility. 2. There are two dead mice in traps under the stove prep table. Multiple droppings observed behind grill area. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris. Pest control visits monthly, contact pest control with findings.
43 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector Comments
Single use containers are being reused for wing sauces. Provide food grade containers for items.
45 Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector Comments
Two door freezer unit is out of order at this time. Repair to be in good working order.
47 Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector Comments
The vent filters contain a build up of grease and debris. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
53 Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector Comments
1. The areas under equipment contain food debris including sides and front doors of prep units. 2. The floors contain a build up of grease and debris. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 03/20/2024
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No violations were marked out on this inspection. Back.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 03/13/2024
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# Violation
4 Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Inspector Comments
Employee food observed in prep area upon arrival. An employee may not eat, drink or use any form of tobacco unless the use occurs in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection cannot result.
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector Comments
The handwashing sink behind the register is disconnected from plumbing pipes causing water to pool onto floor. Repair sink to be in good working order.
13 Food separated & protected

Inspector Comments
Raw eggs observed stored over whole tomatoes in refrigeration unit. Raw Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) products are being stored directly over ready to eat foods. Always store raw TCS products under ready to eat foods.
14 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector Comments
The deli slicer contains food debris. Ensure deli slicer is broken down, clean and sanitized to be free of debris.
21 Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector Comments
Deli meats and other ready to eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods are not being date marked as required. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held in a food facility for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to be sold or discarded within 7 days or the manufacturers use by date whichever comes first.
35 Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector Comments
Repackaged desserts are not labeled with common name. Label information on packaged foods shall include the following: (1) The common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement. (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavor and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food. (3) An accurate declaration of the quantity of contents. (4) The name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor.
36 Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Inspector Comments
1. Two dead mice observed in traps behind the grill. Remove rodents and droppings, clean and sanitize area to be free of visible debris. Contact pest control with findings. 2. There is a large air gap in the base of the door that leads to the basement. Provide door sweep for door to prevent pest activity in the kitchen.
43 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector Comments
Single use containers and non-food grade containers are being used for food storage in the freezer and refrigerator. Provide food grade containers for food items.
47 Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector Comments
The vent filters contain a build up of grease and dust. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 01/03/2024
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# Violation
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector Comments
The handwashing sink nozzle in the kitchen sprays outside of the sink when turned on. Repair to be in good working order.
14 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector Comments
The deli slicer contains food debris. Clean and sanitize to be free of visible debris.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 10/02/2023
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No violations were marked out on this inspection. Back.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 09/25/2023
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# Violation
49 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector Comments
The mop sink is inoperable due to disconnection of pvc piping. Repair to be in good working order.
51 Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector Comments
The urinal in the restroom has a constant leak in the valve that is dripping onto the floor. Mold like substance is building up on the wall. Repair to be good working order.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 09/18/2023
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# Violation
8 Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector Comments
1. There are no paper towels at the hand wash sink in the slushy, restroom and warewashing area. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap, individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or a heated-air hand drying device. 2. The handwashing sink in the warewashing area has a leak from the PVC piping. Repair to be in good working order.
49 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector Comments
The mop sink is inoperable due to plumbing issues. Repair to be in good working order.
51 Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector Comments
The urinal in the restroom has a constant leak in the valve that is dripping onto the floor. Repair to be in good working order.
'Big Ray's' at Bristol Beer & Grill
1100 GREEN LN BRISTOL, PA 19007

Inspection Date: 03/08/2023
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No violations were marked out on this inspection. Back.
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