The state inspected the following food establishments in Berks County. To find more restaurant safety information, view full inspection reports, and sign up for real-time text or email alerts for specific restaurants or locations, visit Spotlight PA’s Restaurant Safety Tracker.
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture produces retail food inspection reports for 61 of Pennsylvania's 67 counties using the FDA Model Food Code. Inspections are conducted regularly throughout the state, and results are posted as inspections are conducted. As noted by the Department of Agriculture, inspections are a “snapshot” of a particular day. Many violations are relatively minor and are fixed at the time of inspection.
Facilities with violations:
Burger King #12924
12 Jetson Dr., Hamburg, PA 19526
Aug. 5, 2026
2 low priority violations
Low Priority: Back door located in the dry storage area of the food facility has a gap and does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
Low Priority: Floor in the drive thru area is made of grout and is cracked / roughened / and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Please repair to prevent pooling of liquids due to not being smooth.
Dollar General Store #30127
835 State St., Mertztown, PA 19539
Aug. 5, 2026
1 low priority violation
- Low Priority: Wall in the back-room area is made of drywall and has a hole and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
Kutztown Grange Stand (Tfs4)
Kutztown Fair & Homestead Festival, Kutztown, PA 19530
Aug. 3, 2026
1 moderate priority violation
- Moderate Priority: Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration.
Lyons Exxon
1 W. State Ave. Po Box 126, Lyons Station, PA 19536
Aug. 5, 2026
1 low priority violation
- Low Priority: Back door located in the back of the store area of the food facility has a gap and does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. This is a repeat violation and needs to be repaired.
On the Hook Fish & Chips / Cchd #1563
3805 Perkiomen Ave., Reading, PA 19606
Aug. 4, 2026
2 high priority, 3 moderate priority, 2 low priority, 1 other violations
High Priority: Coleslaw was held at 46°F, in the standing fridge, rather than 41°F or below as required. Coleslaw had been in unit for 3.5h, so it was served for an additional 0.5h before the remainder was discarded using time as a public health control.
Ensure that cooler is able to maintain foods at 41F or below. Other TCS foods were removed from unit until it can be determined if unit is functioning.High Priority: Time in lieu of temperature being used as a control for Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety (TCS) foods, but batter and battering flour were observed being held for more than 4 hours. If TCS foods are held at room temperature, they must be used or discarded within 4 hours. Document time tracking.
Moderate Priority: The handwash sink was blocked by and not accessible at all times for employee use. Hand sink is for handwashing only
Moderate Priority: Dish soap and sanitizer were not supplied to 3-bay sink. Facility must have the supplies and capacity for warewashing at all times while in operation. Facility usually washes dishware at commissary and has back-up utensils onboard. Supply dish soap and sanitizer before opening tomorrow.
Moderate Priority: Sanitizer test strips were not supplied. Provide test strips.
Low Priority: Observed cardboard being utilized as a floor covering. Facility may provide anti-slip mats if desired. Discontinue use of cardboard for this purpose.
Low Priority: Observed batter mix stored directly on the floor, rather than 6 inches off of the floor as required (unless on wheels). Remove mix from bag after opening and transfer to a lidded container that is either 6"+ off the ground or on wheels.
Other: The food facility does not employ a full-time certified employee as required. Person in charge was unable to correctly answer food safety questions. Facility must employ a full-time certified food manager and post CCHD CFM certificate.
Starbucks Coffee #50235
5 Dave'S. Way, Hamburg, PA 19526
Aug. 5, 2026
1 other violation
- Other: The food facility does not have the original certificate for the certified food employee posted in public view.
Taco Bell/ Long John Silver's
65 Industrial Dr., Hamburg, PA 19526
Aug. 6, 2026
1 high priority, 2 low priority violations
High Priority: Fryer basket was observed with broken wires this item needs to be repaired or replaced.
Low Priority: Floor grout in a few back of house areas is cracked / roughened / and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Please repair the grout to prevent water pooling.
Low Priority: Floor tile in the mop sink area is made of tile and is cracked / roughened / and is not a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Please replace this broken tile.
Tiki Gone Mad DBA Tiki Bar
Kutztown Fair, Kutztown, PA 19530
Aug. 3, 2026
1 high priority, 1 moderate priority violations
High Priority: Multiple foods were held at 53°F, in the refrigerator area, rather than 41°F or below as required.
Moderate Priority: Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in the refrigerator.
V & S Sandwiches West
4301 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, PA 19608
Aug. 7, 2026
1 moderate priority violation
- Moderate Priority: Food facility does not have the correct type of sanitizer test strips for the sanitizer tablets being used at the 3-compartment sink. This is a repeat violation and needs to be corrected.
Wendy's # 19304
15 Daves Way, Hamburg, PA 19526
Aug. 6, 2026
1 low priority, 1 other violations
Low Priority: The floor / wall juncture in prep area on the corner by the hallway to the office is not coved and closed to 1/32 inch. Tile is broken off and needs to be repaired.
Other: The food facility does not have the original certificate for the certified food employee posted in public view.