Philadelphia Department of Health conducted routine health inspections at various food establishments. Penny Gardens Tavern was cited for multiple health code violations, including poor sanitation, and debris buildup.
Please note that the report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on September 17 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.
Penny Gardens Tavern
- Where: 3089 Holme Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19136, United States
- When: September 17, 2025
Located at 3089 Holme Ave, Penny Gardens Tavern has long been a neighborhood spot. With its live music and acoustic arts, the bar is known for penny-covered counters.
The inspection conducted on September 17 found the establishment out of compliance. The inspection noted that the bar was serving unpackaged foods without a certified food safety manager present on-site during operating hours. The ServSafe certificate had expired 30 days earlier, and the person in charge arrived about 10 minutes after the inspection started…