Bucks County Department of Health

Inspection Report

MARTINE'S RIVERHOUSE
14 E FERRY ST PO BOX 12 NEW HOPE, PA 18938
Inspection Date: 01/22/2025
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#	Violation
13	Food separated & protected Inspector Comments Container of flour stored in the outside shed area has a broken lid. Must provide a tight fitting lid or cover for all products in storage. A plastic container was being used to scoop this product. Only use handled scoops to dispense.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Inspector Comments Potato slicer attached to the wall in the outside shed area and the can opener attached to the prep table in the kitchen are unclean with food debris build up. Must provide a deep and detailed cleaning, sanitize and maintain on a regular basis.

MARTINE'S RIVERHOUSE
14 E FERRY ST PO BOX 12 NEW HOPE, PA 18938
Inspection Date: 07/29/2024
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#	Violation
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Inspector Comments Hand sink on the cook line is being blocked by products and pans. All hand sinks must remain clear and accessible at all times. Keep hand sink clear at all times.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Inspector Comments Prep unit on the cook line is holding an ambient temperature of 46F. All Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods must be cold held at 41F or below. All TCS items moved to other prep units, and repair company was called during inspection. Discontinue use of the unit until it can properly hold 41F or below.
27	Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan Inspector Comments Vacuum sealed frozen fish is being thawed still in the reduced oxygen packaging. All frozen fish must be removed from the vacuum seal prior to thawing. Discussed operation with head chef.
53	Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean Inspector Comments Tiles under the hand sink on the cook line are missing. Must replace to ensure a cleanable surface. This area must be deep cleaned as well.

MARTINE'S RIVERHOUSE
14 E FERRY ST PO BOX 12 NEW HOPE, PA 18938
Inspection Date: 01/31/2024
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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.
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Inspector Comments Hand sink on the cook line is being blocked by utensils. All hand sinks must remain clear and accessible at all times. Remove items from sink and keep sink clear.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Inspector Comments Potato slicer and deli slicer in outside storage area are unclean. These pieces of equipment may not be used to prepare food in this location as there is no hand washing station in this area for employees. Remove slicers from this area after providing a deep and detailed cleaning and sanitizing.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Inspector Comments Gaskets on low boy reach In at the outside storage area are not installed properly, allowing cold air to escape. Repair gaskets, monitor temperature and repair unit if needed, to hold 41F or below
20	Proper cold holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Ice bath was set up improperly for server expo station. Must ensure the ice is surrounding the product to be kept cold. This was corrected on site
21	Proper date marking & disposition Inspector Comments Items in cold holding storage are not being date marked as to when they were made or when they are to be discarded. Must ensure products are not held longer than 7 days, and a date marking system must be implemented to ensure shelf life are being monitored

MARTINE'S RIVERHOUSE
14 E FERRY ST PO BOX 12 NEW HOPE, PA 18938
Inspection Date: 08/01/2023
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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.
13	Food separated & protected Inspector Comments Items in outside storage area are being stored on the ground surface. Flours, potatoes, etc in crates placed directly on the ground. All food storage must be 6 inches or higher off of ground surface. Place all items on shelving. Items in this storage area are also being stored open. Bags of flour and any food items opened are not permitted to be stored in an outside area. Provide containers with lids to store items.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Inspector Comments Gaskets on low boy reach In at the outside storage area are not installed properly, allowing cold air to escape. Repair gaskets, monitor temperature and repair unit if needed, to hold 41F or below
21	Proper date marking & disposition Inspector Comments Items in cold holding storage are not being date marked as to when they were made or when they are to be discarded. Must ensure products are not held longer than 7 days, and a date marking system must be implemented to ensure shelf life are being monitored.
36	Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons Inspector Comments Rodent droppings were observed. Owner stated that the pest control company had been actively baiting and treating for these rodents. Droppings observed must be cleaned and area must be monitored for more activity. Back screen door is ripped and allowing gaps when door is shut. Screen door was open during inspection. All doors must be fully sealed with door sweeps and tight screens. Repair. Fly trap is being hung above the expo line on the server side of cook line. Must relocate fly traps to areas not around food or storage.
37	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Inspector Comments Plastic take out containers are being used to scoop bulk items such as flour. Must only use handled scoops to dispense products. Remove all containers from service that do not have handles.
53	Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean Inspector Comments Walk In Cooler shelves are being lined with tin foil and cardboard. Cardboard in some places is growing mold like build up. All shelving and surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable and non-porous. Must remove foil and cardboard. Replace with plastic liners if needed. Keep shelving clean if no liner is used.

MARTINE'S RIVERHOUSE
14 E FERRY ST PO BOX 12 NEW HOPE, PA 18938
Inspection Date: 01/26/2023
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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.
47	Non-food contact surfaces clean Inspector Comments Gaskets on low boy reach In at the outside storage area are in poor repair. Must replace gaskets to fit properly and be a cleanable surface
53	Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean Inspector Comments For tiles on cook line have grout that is worn down and holding standing water. Must re-grout the cook line floors to provide a cleanable surface and eliminate standing water.

MARTINE'S RIVERHOUSE
14 E FERRY ST PO BOX 12 NEW HOPE, PA 18938
Inspection Date: 07/28/2022
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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.
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Inspector Comments Hand sink on the cook line is not supplied with soap and paper towels. All hand sinks must have soap and paper towels at all times. Provide
13	Food separated & protected Inspector Comments Raw eggs are being stored over vegetables in the Walk In Cooler. All raw Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods must be stored under or away from ready to eat (RTE) foods. Onions are being stored in a crate on the floor of the outside storage area. All foods must be stored 6 inches or higher off of ground surface. Move creates of onions
20	Proper cold holding temperature Inspector Comments Low boy refrigerator in the outside storage area is holding an ambient temperature of 44F. Must adjust temperature to hold 41F or below.
21	Proper date marking & disposition Inspector Comments Items in the Walk In Cooler are not date marked as to when they were prepared or when they should be discarded. These foods must be sold, used by or discarded within 7 days of opening or preparation. Must date mark all items prepared or opened in the Walk In Cooler.
33	Approved thawing methods used Inspector Comments Facility is thawing a large frozen packaged piece of meat on the counter in the outside storage area. All thawing must be done in approved methods such as: 1. From frozen to refrigeration 2. From frozen to under cool running water, submerged 3. From frozen to the cooking process.