Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7801 Essington Ave. Phila., PA 19153
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  3 Date  12/07/2019
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  1 Time In  11:30 AM
Number of Corrections   7 Time Out  01:40 PM
Food Facility
Curry Bird
Address
4604 WOODLLAND AVE 19143
Telephone
(267) 292-4294
Establishment Type
Restaurant: Eat-In
District
3
Sub
1
Licensee
Curry Bird LLC 
Corporate Officer
Guo Wang Tang 
  Purpose of Inspection
Reinspection 
Inspection Type
Reinspection 
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
IN=in compliance    OUT=not in compliance    N/O=not observed    N/A=not applicable
  
COS=corrected on-site during inspection    R=repeat violation
 Compliance Status COS R
Demonstration of Knowledge
1 OUT Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses    
Employee Health
2 IN Management awareness; policy present    
3 IN Proper use of reporting; restriction & exclusion    
Good Hygienic Practices
4 IN Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use    
5 IN No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth    
Preventing Contamination by Hazards
6 IN Hands clean & properly washed    
7 IN No bare hand contact with RTE foods or approved alternate method properly followed    
8 OUT Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible   X
Approved Source
9 IN Food obtained from approved source    
10 IN Food received at proper temperature    
11 IN Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated    
12 IN Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction    
Protection From Contamination
13 IN Food separated & protected    
14 IN Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized    
15 IN Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, & unsafe food    
 
 Compliance Status COS R
Potentially Hazardous Food Time/Temperature
16 IN Proper cooking time & temperature    
17 IN Proper reheating procedures for hot holding    
18 IN Proper cooling time & temperature    
19 IN Proper hot holding temperature    
20 IN Proper cold holding temperature    
21 IN Proper date marking & disposition    
22 IN Time as a public health control; procedures & record    
Consumer Advisory
23 IN Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods    
Highly Susceptible Population
24 IN Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered    
Chemical
25 IN Food additives: approved & properly used    
26 IN Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used    
Conformance with Approved Procedure
27 IN Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan    
Risk factors are improper practices or procedures identified as the most prevalent contributing factors of foodborne illness or injury. Public Health Interventions are control measures to prevent foodborne illness or injury.
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Good Retail Practices are preventative measures to control the addition of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into foods.
 Compliance Status COS R
Safe Food and Water
28 IN Pasteurized eggs used where required    
29 IN Water & ice from approved source    
30 IN Variance obtained for specialized processing methods    
Food Temperature Control
31 IN Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control    
32 IN Plant food properly cooked for hot holding    
33 IN Approved thawing methods used    
34 IN Thermometer provided & accurate    
Food Identification
35 IN Food properly labeled; original container    
Prevention of Food Contamination
36 OUT Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons   X
37 IN Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display    
38 IN Personal cleanliness    
39 IN Wiping cloths: properly used & stored    
40 IN Washing fruit & vegetables    
Proper Use of Utensils
41 OUT In-use utensils: properly stored    
 
 Compliance Status COS R
Proper Use of Utensils
42 IN Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled    
43 IN Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used    
44 IN Gloves used properly    
Utensils, Equipment and Vending
45 OUT Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used    
46 IN Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips    
47 OUT Non-food contact surfaces clean   X
Physical Facilities
48 OUT Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure    
49 OUT Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices    
50 IN Sewage & waste water properly disposed    
51 OUT Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned    
52 OUT Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained   X
53 OUT Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean   X
54 OUT Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used   X
Philadelphia Ordinances
56 IN Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.    
56+ IN Philadelphia Ordinances    
Person in Charge (Signature)    Name:  Guo Wang Tang A81754 exp. 3/1/22 Date:  
Inspector (Signature) D Griffin (215) 685-6574 Date: 12/07/2019
Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7801 Essington Ave. Phila., PA 19153
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  3 Date  12/07/2019
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  1 Time In  11:30 AM
Number of Corrections   7 Time Out  01:40 PM
Food Facility
Curry Bird
Address
4604 WOODLLAND AVE 19143
Telephone
(267) 292-4294
Establishment Type
Restaurant: Eat-In
District
3
Sub
1
Licensee
Curry Bird LLC 
Corporate Officer
Guo Wang Tang 
  Purpose of Inspection
Reinspection 
Inspection Type
Reinspection 
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
Item/Location Temp Item/Location Temp Item/Location Temp
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Food Disposal
Food Types Volume Unit Pounds
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
1 Violation of Code: [46.102] The food safety certified person has allowed unacceptable health code violations to exist inside of the establishment. New Violation.
8 Violation of Code: [46.981(h)] Handwashing sink in the front prep area was observed inoperable. New Violation.
8 Violation of Code: [46.825(a)] Shallow wall mounted handwashing sink is used for garbage disposal. Repeat Violation.
36 Violation of Code: [46.981(k)(l)] Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed. Rat droppings observed throughout entire establishment; kitchen, food storage rooms and basement. Repeat Violation.
36 Violation of Code: [46.922(e)(f)] -Door sweep lacking at the bottom of the front exterior door. New Violation.
41 Violation of Code: [46.302] Knives and / or cleavers stored between table and wall in the rear prep area; which are not easily cleaned and sanitized. New Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.522] -Alluminum foIiL used to line shelf over cooking equipment.
-Raw wood used for shelving in the rear prep area. New Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.671] -Domestic reach-in freezers and refrigerators and deep freezers present.
-Garbage grinder attached to small/shallow handwashing sink in front prep area.
-lid of deep freezer in the front prep area is not in good repair.
-plastic crates are used for elevation. New Violation.
47 Violation of Code: [46.711(b)(c)] Cleaning needed of all surface; compartemts, tables, bottom portion of all tables and equipment. Due to dirt, food debris and dust. Repeat Violation.
48 Violation of Code: [46.805] Hot water lacking throughout facility. New Violation.
49 Violation of Code: [46.822] Water from pipe observed pouring into basement. New Violation.
51 Violation of Code: [46.882(b)] Lided trashcan was lacking in the restroom. New Violation.
52 Violation of Code: [46.884] Rear trash area, has an accumulation of trash and and unused equipment. Repeat Violation.
52 Violation of Code: [46.881] Plastic buckets are used as trash receptacles in the food prep area. New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.902] Concrete in rear exterior of the building is not in good repair. New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.921] Floors,walls and ceiling throughout the entire establishment and basement in not in good repair. Holes,chipped paint, broken tiles observed. Repeat Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.901] Carpet observed to cover restroom floor New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.981(f)] Soiled mop was observed stored in the utility bucket. New Violation.
Person in Charge (Signature) Guo Wang Tang A81754 exp. 3/1/22 Date:  
Inspector (Signature) D Griffin (215) 685-6574 Date: 12/07/2019
Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7801 Essington Ave. Phila., PA 19153
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  3 Date  12/07/2019
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  1 Time In  11:30 AM
Number of Corrections   7 Time Out  01:40 PM
Food Facility
Curry Bird
Address
4604 WOODLLAND AVE 19143
Telephone
(267) 292-4294
Establishment Type
Restaurant: Eat-In
District
3
Sub
1
Licensee
Curry Bird LLC 
Corporate Officer
Guo Wang Tang 
  Purpose of Inspection
Reinspection 
Inspection Type
Reinspection 
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
53 Violation of Code: [46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)] Floors and walls through the entire facility and basement are soiled with rat feces, debris, dirt, heavy accumulation of grease, old food and Puddled water. New Violation.
54 Violation of Code: [46.981(d)] -Hood has an accumulation of static dust and grease.
-static dust on vent cover in the restroom. New Violation.
54 Violation of Code: [46.922(a)] Lights in the front prep area and rear storage area are not shielded from breakage. Repeat Violation.
Remarks Completed on Site:21
Summary
Statements
Due to imminent health hazards observed during this inspection, the establishment has been issued a Cease Operations Order and must discontinue food operations immediately. The establishment cannot operate for a minimum of 48 hours. The establishment cannot operate until the required fee is paid and the establishment is approved by the Department to resume operations. Please contact the Sanitarian at the phone number listed below for a re-inspection once the violations have been corrected and the fee has been paid.


For an inspection after business hours or over the weekend, please contact Municipal Dispatch at (215) 686 - 4514.


This inspection has revealed that the establishment is not in satisfactory compliance. Corrective action is required to eliminate these violations. Compliance status will be assessed upon reinspection.
You are required under Section 6-502 of the Philadelphia Health Code to correct the violations listed as noted above. Your failure to correct these violations may result in the revocation of your health license and other legal action. Reinstatement of a revoked health license will require payment of another license fee. An appeal to these orders may be made to the Board of License and Inspection Review, Municipal Services Building, 1401 JFK Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19102-1617
Person in Charge (Signature) Guo Wang Tang A81754 exp. 3/1/22 Date:  
Inspector (Signature) D Griffin (215) 685-6574 Date: 12/07/2019