Bucks County Department of Health

Inspection Report

Kasdon's Restaurant & Tavern
8734 - 8736 NEW FALLS RD LEVITTOWN, PA 19054
Inspection Date: 12/23/2024
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Kasdon's Restaurant & Tavern
8734 - 8736 NEW FALLS RD LEVITTOWN, PA 19054
Inspection Date: 12/19/2024
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#	Violation
13	Food separated & protected Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Raw , animal-derived Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) products (uncooked chicken)was found being stored directly over ready-to-eat foods (Parmesan cheese) in the Continental upright refrigerator. Raw, animal-derived TCS products must always be stored below ready-to-eat foods. Raw chicken was relocated within refrigeration unit as required.
19	Proper hot holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Chili, in a stainless steel pan, in a water bath was measured at 114°F. Water level was insufficient for height of pans within. Hot foods must be held at 135°F and above. Affected product was reheated to to >165°F and returned to hot hold. Additional water placed in steam table water bath.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Baked potatoes (48°F), milk (48°F) and baked beans (48°F) in the McCray 2-door refrigerator (#3/4) were measured above range for cold-holding temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be cold held at or below 41ºF. All TCS products within this unit were relocated to alternate refrigeration during inspection. No TCS products are permitted to be stored in this refrigerator until unit is maintaining temperature at 41°F and below. Forward repair/service report to this Department.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Fried onions (60°F), turkey (58°F), sliced tomatoes (57°F) and heavy cream (58°) in the cook-line prep unit were measured above range for cold-holding temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be cold held at or below 41ºF. All TCS products within this unit were discarded during inspection. Per owner, unit will be replaced tomorrow, 12-20-24.
26	Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used Inspector Comments Loose, unprotected blocks of rodent bait was found on floor below refrigeration (main floor) and in various areas of the basement. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
36	Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons Inspector Comments 1. Numerous mouse droppings were observed in the server area handwashing sink cabinet, below refrigeration, prep sink and dough mixer on the main floor. Droppings also present in basement bar area. 2. Dead oriental cockroach found at handwashing sink at basement bar. Remove and discard droppings and dead roach. Clean affected areas. Contact facility’s exterminator with findings and for additional monitoring and treatment.

Kasdon's Restaurant & Tavern
8734 - 8736 NEW FALLS RD LEVITTOWN, PA 19054
Inspection Date: 06/20/2024
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#	Violation
4	Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use Inspector Comments Evidence of smoking observed at basement handwashing sink, next to the 3-compartment sink. 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.
13	Food separated & protected Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Raw , animal-derived Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) products (eggs) were found being stored directly over ready-to-eat foods (Parmesan cheese, salad dressings, etc) in the Continental refrigerator. Raw, animal-derived TCS products must always be stored below ready-to-eat foods. Affected products were re-stacked/ordered in the refrigerator as required.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments No measurable sanitizing solution (Chlorine-based) concentration was measured in the low-heat, chemical sanitizing mechanical dishwashing machine. No sanitizing solution is being dispensed during machine’s cycle. No sanitizing solution is dispensed when pump for sanitizer is primed. Maximum hot water temperature in unit was measured at 100°F. Service was called during inspection and both issues will be assessed during technician visit. The 3-compartment sink must be utilized for all warewashing until the mechanical dishwashing machine is repaired and providing adequate sanitizing solution concentration and wash water and final rinse water at 120°F and above.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Internal water-contact surfaces in the ice making machine contain a pink, bacteria-like and black, mold-like substances. Ice machine was placed out-of-service during inspection and ice emptied and discarded. All water-contact and ice-contact (ice bin) surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized prior to next use.
19	Proper hot holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Mashed potatoes in a stainless steel container, stored on top of lidded products in the steam table, were measured at 105°F. Hot foods must be held at 135°F and above. Affected product was discarded during inspection.
26	Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used Inspector Comments Loose, unprotected blocks of rodent bait found on floor in various areas of the basement. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
33	Approved thawing methods used Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Several sealed, individually packaged fully thawed reduced oxygen fish products were found in the McCray 2-door refrigerator. Handling instructions note to keep frozen and open packaging prior to thawing under refrigeration. Introducing oxygen to product prior to thawing under refrigeration eliminates conditions (temperatures above 38ºF and without oxygen) conducive to the growth of Clostridium botulinum type E. Affected product was measured at 44°F and discarded during inspection.
36	Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons Inspector Comments 1. Dead oriental cockroaches were observed on the floor in the basement bar (also in handwashing sink at bar), basement hallway and near the clothes washing machine (basement). 2. Mouse droppings were found on the floor in the basement bar closet and in cabinetry below the handwashing sink at the salad preparation station. Remove and discard cockroaches and mouse droppings to effectively monitor pest activity. Clean and sanitize affected areas. Contact facility’s exterminator with findings and for additional monitoring and/or treatment. 3. Spray can of pesticide found on storage rack in pantry area. Any application of pesticides must only be done by a PA certified pest control operator. Affected product must be removed from facility.
37	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Inspector Comments Numerous boxes of food product were found on the floor of the walk-in freezer (basement). All food must be stored at least six inches above the floor.
38	Personal cleanliness Inspector Comments Food workers are not wearing hair (beard) restraints as required. Employees shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, that are effectively designed and worn to keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
41	In-use utensils: properly stored Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Several knives were found being stored blade-down between the cook-line prep unit and adjacent prep table. This area is neither clean nor easily cleanable. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils must be stored in one of the following ways: * In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container, unless the food is non-potentially hazardous and within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour or cinnamon--in which case the food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored with their handles above the top of the food within the containers. * Stored on cleaned and sanitized tables or equipment, on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the table or equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a required frequency. * Stored in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes. * Stored in clean, protected locations if the utensils, such as scoops, are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. * Stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F and the container is cleaned at required frequency. Affected utensils were removed to the warewashing area during inspection.
46	Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Evidence of dumping of mop water observed in 3-compartment sink; mop wringer found in one compartment and layer of grime found in another compartment. 6-501.15 Cleaning Maintenance Tools, Preventing Contamination. Food preparation sinks, handwashing sinks, and warewashing equipment may not be used for the cleaning of maintenance tools, the preparation or holding of maintenance materials, or the disposal of mop water and similar liquid wastes. The 3-compartment sink was emptied, cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
46	Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Quaternary ammonium compounds sanitizing solution found in middle bay of the bar area 3-compartment sink. Sanitizing solution and rinse water were drained and sink correctly staged for warewashing during inspection.

Kasdon's Restaurant & Tavern
8734 - 8736 NEW FALLS RD LEVITTOWN, PA 19054
Inspection Date: 12/08/2023
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#	Violation
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments No paper towels are available at the hand wash sink in the basement prep area 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. Towels were provided during inspection.
13	Food separated & protected Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Raw, animal-derived time/temperature control for safety (TCS) products (eggs) were found being stored above ready-to-eat foods (produce) in the basement walk-in cooler #2. Raw, animal-derivevd TCS pproducts must always be stored below ready-to-eat foods. Eggs were relocated to the bottom shelf during inspection.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Inspector Comments A grey mold-like slime is present on the baffle within the ice machine. Ice must be emptied and discarded. Clean and sanitize interior surfaces prior to next use.
26	Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used Inspector Comments Loose rodent bait pesticide found on floor in kitchen and throughout the basement food storage areas. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
36	Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons Inspector Comments 1. Rodent droppings observed on floor in the following areas: * kitchen behind mixer * in stairwell to basement * basement bar and storage areas 2. Dead cockroach found on counter at basement bar. Remove and discard droppings and dead roach to effectively monitor pest activity. Clean affected areas. Contact facility's exterminator with findings and for additional monitoring and/or treatment.