Health inspection shows violations at popular Strip District restaurant

PITTSBURGH — Health inspectors were at Smallman Galley in the Strip District Wednesday and reported several violations.

The restaurant features several different businesses serving food to a shared seating area.

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Violations include:

• Mouse infestation / chewed product
• Inadequate handwashing facilities / sinks blocked
• Inadequate sanitization of food contact surfaces
• Poor personal employee hygiene
• Foods not protected from cross-contamination
• Unsafe cold holding
• Unsafe cooling of food

The restaurant says it has already addressed the issues.

"We have corrected all of the deficiencies and ACHD is coming back tomorrow to re-inspect and clear Smallman Galley for operations," a statement from owner Ben Mantica said.

The Allegheny County Health Department's website will be updated after it conducts a follow-up investigation.

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