Primo Hoagies in Newtown inspection finds Meatballs in the hot holding unit were not at safe temperature, Dead german cockroaches were observed in the glue board

Jan 26, 2021

Primo Hoagies in Newtown inspection finds Meatballs in the hot holding unit were not at safe temperature, Dead german cockroaches were observed in the glue board

By: Don Shaw email: don.shaw@pennsylvaniachronicle.com 

Newtown, PA

Primo Hoagies

2100 S EAGLE RD
NEWTOWN, PA 18940The Bucks County Health Department conducted an unannounced retail food inspection on 1/26/21. As a result of that inspection, and due to the severity of the specific violations Primo Hoagies was cited as being, “Out of Compliance” with Pennsylvania’s food safety regulations. During this inspection a total of 3 violations were found.

The inspector made the following comments in support of the violations found during the inspection:

Meatballs in the hot holding unit were not at safe temperature. Hot food must be held at 135 °F or above. The manager reheated the meatballs to 165 °F.  Corrected On-Site.  New Violation.
Dead German cockroaches were observed in the glue board. Notify you certified pest control operator. Glue boards should be date marked.  New Violation. To be Corrected By: 01/25/2021
The cutting board on the prep top unit is scored. Repair or replace so it can be adequately cleaned.  New Violation.