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AAA 2 Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
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AAA 2 Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 01/21/2025

11 Observed expired (1/20/25) 2 16oz of regular milk and 5 16oz of chocolate milk (1/19/25) * The person in charge removed and discarded the milk. 2' Observed 2 expired regular milk (1/20/2025,16OZ) and 5 chocolate milk (1/19/2025,16OZ). * The person in charge removed and discard the milk.
51 Observed toilet fixtures and floor unclean to sight and touch.
53 Damaged ceiling tiles observed in the food prep and retail areas.
53 Acoustic ceiling tiles observed in th food prep area are not smooth and easily cleanable.
53 Observed food debris and residues on floor perimeters of kitchen area.
54 Lights in the check out area are not shielded from breakage.
54 Observed No lighting on the hood system.
54 Observed dust and grease accumulation on hood exhaust filters.
AAA 2 Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 12/15/2023

53 Acoustic ceiling tiles observed in th food prep area are not smooth and easily cleanable.
53 Damaged ceiling tile observed in the retail area. Seal holes in ceiling where needed in the food prep area and retail area.
54 Burnt out light observed in the refrigeration unit in the retail area where the canned Day's sodas are stored.
54 Lights in the check out area are not shielded from breakage.
AAA 2 Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 12/13/2023

8 Container of rolls observed stored on hand sink. Note: Container moved during time of inspection.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on food prep unit and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Crates observed used for elevation are not NSF/ANSI approved.
47 Clean the interior of the reach-in freezer. Clean under flat top grill.
53 Acoustic ceiling tiles observed in th food prep area are not smooth and easily cleanable.
53 Damaged ceiling tile observed in the retail area. Seal holes in ceiling where needed in the food prep area and retail area.
53 Floors and wall near the deep fryer observed in need of cleaning.
54 Burnt out light observed in the refrigeration unit in the retail area where the canned Day's sodas are stored.
54 Lights in the check out area are not shielded from breakage.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
AAA 2 Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 09/18/2023

9 Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that Pastillios foods are from an approved source. (COS) PIC discarded Pastillios
20 - Foods internal temps observed between 44.9-49.7 degrees (COS) PIC placed foods inside Deli Display Case reaching temp of 36.0 degrees * Sliced Tomatoes, Sliced Onions and Mayo
37 - Milk crates used to elevate beverages in Rear Retail Area
45 - Raw wood floor observed between 3 basin sink & storage table in kitchen
45 - Drain cover missing under basement shelving
47 - Ice build up observed on pipes in basement * Defrost Cold Unit Pipes in Basement
50 - Leak observed under Cold Prep Unit * Domestic Pan observed catching drip
51 - Non self closing restroom door
53 - Repair floor wall perimeter where needed in restroom - Repair chipped paint on wall in restroom - Repair loose ceiling tiles throughout - Repair water stained ceiling tiles in facility
53 - Clean water observed on basement floor
54 - No lighting observed under exhaust hood - No lighting observed in Middle Area of Basement
AAA 2 Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 09/06/2023

36 - Flies observed inside facility (Corrective Action Taken) PIC killed as many flies as he could, but not all
37 - Milk crates used to elevate beverages in Rear Retail Area
45 - Seal Prep Area hand sink to wall - Unused 2 door "Ardco" Cold Unit in Rear Retail Area - Non NSF approved deep freezer in Prep Area - Repair toilet in facility - Defective 2 door cold unit in Rear Retail Area used for dry storage
47 - Ice build up observed on pipes in basement * Defrost Cold Unit Pipes in Basement
51 - Upstairs apartment restroom used until toilet is repaired in facility
53 - Repair floor wall perimeter where needed in restroom - Repair chipped paint on wall in restroom - Repair loose ceiling tiles throughout - Repair water stained ceiling tiles in facility
53 - Broom on floor of basement
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
A & R Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 07/25/2023

45 - Cardboard lining observed on Retail Shelving (Chip Rack) - Seal Prep Area hand sink to wall - Unused 2 door "Ardco" Cold Unit in Rear Retail Area - Cardboard lining observed on chip racks
53 - Repair floor wall perimeter where needed in restroom - Repair ceiling tile in kitchen * Directly over "Avantco Cold Unit"
A & R Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 06/22/2023

1 No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department.
1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. (COS) * Wash, Rinse and Sanitize Method explained numerous times during inspection
8 - Piece of Meat Slicer observed being set up to clean at Prep Area hand sink (COS) PIC was instructed to clean all dishes and equipment at 3 basin sink
13 - Food Cleaned at hand sink in prep area per PIC * Food Prep Sink Needed
14 - Wash, Rinse, Sanitize Method observed conducted incorrectly (COS) * Inspector went over in detail about Wash, Rinse and Sanitize Method - PIC could not break down Meat Slicer (COS) PIC was able to break down slicer
26 - Foggers and Bug Sprays observed on Cold Prep Unit (COS) PIC moved Pesticides from Cold Prep Unit
37 - Potatoes observed on floor of Prep Area
45 - Domestic pan observed under Cold Prep Unit catching drip/leak at Cold Prep Unit in Prep Area - Cardboard lining observed on Retail Shelving throughout - Seal Prep Area hand sink to wall - Repair vent cover in restroom - Box of Potatoes discarded due to mop water soaking bottom of box and Potatoes touching mop water
46 - Wash, Rinse, Sanitize Method observed conducted incorrectly (COS) * Inspector went over in detail about Wash, Rinse and Sanitize Method
49 - Food Prep Sink Needed * 4 Head of Lettuce, 4 Tomatoes and 4-5 Onions cut daily * Pre-washed vegetables can also be purchased (No Food Prep Sink Needed if Pre-Washed Veggies are Used)
53 - Broom and Dust Pan observed stored on Prep Area floor
53 - Repair unfinished floor throughout facility * Wooden Floors observed - Repair ceiling of Clerk Station - Repair ceiling inside Restroom
A & R Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 06/09/2023

6 - Unable to check hot water at restroom hand sink due to leak under sink * Water pouring on floor
8 - - Unable to check hot water at restroom hand sink due to leak under sink * Water pouring on floor
11 - Expired Milk observed * 6/6/2023
13 - Food Cleaned at hand sink in prep area per PIC * Food Prep Sink Needed
36 - Small ants observed inside restroom cabinet on back wall
37 - Potatoes observed on floor of Prep Area
45 - Domestic pan observed under Cold Prep Unit catching drip/leak at Cold Prep Unit in Prep Area - Cardboard lining observed on Retail Shelving throughout - Seal Prep Area hand sink to wall
48 - - Unable to check hot water at restroom hand sink due to leak under sink * Water pouring on floor
49 - Food Prep Sink Needed * 4 Head of Lettuce, 4 Tomatoes and 4-5 Onions cut daily * Pre-washed vegetables can also be purchased (No Food Prep Sink Needed if Pre-Washed Veggies are Used)
53 - Water observed on floor under Cold Prep Unit in Prep Area
53 - Repair unfinished floor throughout facility * Wooden Floors observed - Repair ceiling of Clerk Station - Repair ceiling inside Restroom
53 - Mop heads and mops observed inside utility bucket
A & R Food Market
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
Inspection Date: 05/23/2023

1 No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. (COS) Food Safety Application Emailed
2 - Food facility does not have a Health Awareness Reporting Procedure for food employees. * PIC not present to answer questions or show proof
3 - PIC not present to answer questions
6 - No water distribution observed at Prep Area hand sink * No Hot or Cold Water Distribution
8 - No water distribution observed at Prep Area hand sink * No Hot or Cold Water Distribution
8 - Prep Area hand sink observed filled with pots and pans and other dishes
45 - Cracked Deli Display Case glass observed - Defective Cold Units throughout facility
46 - No Hot water distribution observed at 3 basin sink
48 - No water distribution observed at Prep Area hand sink * No Hot or Cold Water Distribution - No Hot water distribution observed at 3 basin sink
A & R Food Market Inc.
1550 S 53rd St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
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