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Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
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Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 10/22/2024

6 Proper handwashing could not be conducted due to water temperature at the handwashing sink dropping to 91 degrees F. Corrective action: Instructed the person in charge (PIC) to increase the temperature of the water heater during the inspection. Temperature increased to 113 degrees F.
26 Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the basement storage area. Corrective action: Items discarded. PIC said that it is not used. Receipts for pest control observed.
43 Open single use containers observed stored in debris on top of the reach-in freezer. Corrective action: Container in contact with debris discarded and refrigerator cleaned.
45 -Leak observed in interior of closed display case. -Duct tape observed on handle of deli case door. -Cracked glass observed in deli case door. -(Ref. 46.501) Wire drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved.
45 Cardboard observed on the right side of the exhaust hood.
46 Wash solution temperature was less than 110 degrees F. Corrective action: Temperature of water at handwashing sink increased to 110 degrees F.
47 -Greasy cardboard observed lining the chip rack. -Debris observed on top of the reach-in freezer where food containers are stored. -Debris observed in motor housing at the bottom of the deli case.
49 Water temperature dropped to 91 degrees F during the inspection.
53 -Unapproved ceiling tiles observed in the warewashing area and food prep area. -Basement ceiling observed stained and in disrepair. -Unfinished basement used for storage.
53 Broom and dust pan stored on the floor rather than elevated.
54 Lighting intensity beneath the exhaust hood in the food prep area was 236 lux rather than 540 lux.
54 No mechanical ventilation observed in the toilet room.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the Philadelphia website: https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-license/business-licenses/food-businesses/change-ownership-of-a-stationary-food-business/ Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Office of Food Protection, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153. New hood installation planned.
Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 08/27/2024

8 A pot of potatoes was observed in the handwash sink in the food prep area. The sink must be accessible at all times for employee use. Corrective action: Pot of potatoes was relocated.
8 Paper towels were not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: Paper towels were provided.
13 -Pot of boiled potatoes were observed in the handwashing sink. Corrective action: Potatoes were moved to the food prep sink. -Garbage grinder observed installed on the food prep sink.
13 A few uncovered food items were observed in refrigeration units. Reach-in freezer - waffles; chest freezer - French toast; cold prep refrigerator (lower compartment) - cheese.
21 Some opened commercially processed ready to eat food (cheese and deli meat), located in the closed display case, was not marked with the date it was opened.
38 Food employees observed not wearing hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
39 Wiping cloth used to wipe knife and cutting board during sandwich prep was not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 -Soap dispenser at the handwashing sink in the food prep area was observed leaking. -Leak observed in interior of closed display case. -Leak observed at a condensation line in the basement. -Duct tape observed on handle of deli case door. -Cracked glass observed in deli case door. -(Ref. 46.501) Wire drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved.
45 Cardboard observed on the right side of the exhaust hood.
47 -Grease observed leaking from the exterior of the exhaust hood. -Greasy cardboard observed lining the chip rack.
53 -Unapproved ceiling tiles observed in the warewashing area and food prep area. -Basement ceiling observed stained and in disrepair. -Unfinished basement.
53 Broom and dust pan stored on the floor rather than elevated.
53 Stained/damaged ceiling tiles observed in the establishment.
54 No mechanical ventilation observed in the toilet room.
54 Lighting intensity beneath the exhaust hood in the food prep area was 193 lux rather than 540 lux.
Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 07/01/2024

11 Milk with an expiration date of 6/27/2024 was observed in the refrigerator in the retail area. Corrective action: Milk was removed from the retail area.
13 Ice melting observed dripping from the interior ceiling of the deli case onto meat and cheese and the shelf holding them. Corrective action: Items with extremely wet plastic wrap were discarded. Other cheese moved to cold prep refrigerator.
20 Cheese was held at 46.7 to 47.4 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Cheese was moved to a colder unit.
26 Loose rodent bait observed in the housing at the rear of the chest freezer in the front of the retail area.
45 -The deli case was holding food above 41 degrees F. -Duct tape observed on handle of deli case door. -Cracked glass observed in deli case door. -(Ref. 46.501) Wire drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved.
47 Greasy cardboard observed lining the chip rack.
49 Garbage grinder observed installed on a sink with an open drain. Note: Pipes draining from a sink with a garbage grinder need to be directly connected. (Only the food prep sink is required to have a one-inch air-gap.)
52 Bags or garbage were observed stored in the basement where beverages are stored.
53 -Unapproved ceiling tiles observed in the warewashing area. -Basement ceiling observed stained and in disrepair.
53 -Stained/damaged ceiling tiles observed in the establishment. -Unfinished basement. -Water and dead cockroaches observed on basement floor.
53 Mop observed stored in wringer rather than elevated to facilitate drying.
54 No mechanical ventilation observed in the toilet room.
54 Lighting intensity beneath the exhaust hood in the food prep area was 193 lux rather than 540 lux.
Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 05/16/2024

2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or reporting policy. Corrective action: Policy present in deli area. Reporting procedures need to be added to policy.
8 Paper towels were not available at the handwash sink in the toilet room. Corrective action: Paper towels provided.
13 -Unwrapped meat observed in deli case. (2 logs) Corrective action: Meat was wrapped during the inspection.
13 Ice melting observed dripping from the interior ceiling of the deli case onto meat and the shelf holding meat.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 to 50 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Sanitarian explained proper set-up based on manufacturer's use instruction. Corrective action: Additional tablets were added to the solution.
20 Open mayo labeled, "Refrigerate After Open" observed stored in the rear storage area on a shelf. Corrective action: Mayo opened this morning was placed in the refrigerator.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the deli case was not marked with the date it was opened.
26 Rodent bait observed in a plastic bag on the basement floor. Note: Rodent bait must be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Corrective action: Bait removed by exterminator.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the food prep area. The following were observed: -Dying cockroach on floor in prep area. -Drain flies on wall in food prep and warewashing areas. (Exterminator arrived during the inspection.)
37 Paper towel rack observed above the food prep sink.
45 -The deli case was holding food above 41 degrees F. The temperature was adjusted during the inspection. -Duct tape observed on handle of deli case door. -Cracked glass observed in deli case door. -(Ref. 46.501) Wire drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved.
47 Debris observed on interior bottom of reach-in freezer.
49 Garbage grinded observed installed on a sink with an open drain. Note: Pipes draining from a sink with a garbage grinder need to be directly connected.
53 Unapproved ceiling tiles observed in the warewashing area.
53 -Stained/damaged ceiling tiles observed in the establishment. -Unfinished basement.
53 Broom and dust pan observed stored on the floor rather than elevated.
53 Mop observed in bucket rather than elevated to facilitate drying.
Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 03/30/2023

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. Person in charge had a ServSafe certificate. A second person arrived with Department issued certificate.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Additional tablets were added to the sanitizer solution.
19 Potentially hazardous food was held at 77.9 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. Corrective action: Meat patty discarded.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 48 to 55.6 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Items were discarded.
34 Food temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper food temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper equipment temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly in cold prep refrigerator.
37 Exposed insulation observed in interior of freezer door.
41 Bowl & fork for scrabbling eggs observed stored near the grill. No washing/sanitizing time observed posted.
45 -Bottom of the cold prep refrigerator is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. Do not use the refrigerator until it is working properly. -Chest freezer door observed in disrepair. -Knobs observed missing from the flat grill. -Missing kick plate from closed display case. -Duct tape observed on handle of deli case door. -Cracked glass observed in deli case door. -(Ref. 46.501) Freezer and wire drying rack and are not NSF/ANSI approved.
45 Shelf beneath the tables in the food prep area is not smooth and easy to clean as required.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Debris and spills observed on interior reach-in freezer door. -Debris observed in motor housing of deli case. -Debris observed in door tracks of deli case doors. -Greasy cardboard liners on chip racks.
48 One 40-gallon water tank was observed in the basement. Tank is providing water for the restaurant and residence above. Note: A separate water heater with at least a 40-gallon capacity is needed for establishments using 3-compartment sinks.
53 -Stained/damaged ceiling tiles observed in retail area. -Debris observed in the corners of floor in the food prep area. -Dusty crates observed in basement. Crates are not smooth and easy to clean. -Debris observed on the basement shelving.
Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 02/14/2023

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.
2 Person in charge and food employee were not able to demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that would require employee exclusion. Sample health policy emailed with report.
8 A pail, sponge and wiping cloths were observed in the handwashing sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: Items were relocated during the inspection.
13 -Uncovered meat observed in the deli case. Corrective action: Meat was covered during the inspection. COS -No lid was observed on sugar and non-dairy creamer dispensers at the self-service coffee station.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (deli meat & cheeses), located in the deli case, was not marked with the date it was opened.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area. Corrective action: Items were relocated.
26 Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the point-of-sale (POS) area and warewashing area. -A can of Raid was observed in the warewashing area and POS area. -Plastic bag of rodent bait/poison was observed on the floor in the POS area. Note: Rodent bait must be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
37 Exposed insulation observed in interior of freezer door.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the handwashing sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
40 A NSF approved, free-standing, sink with four legs and a air-gap at the drainage pipe is required for washing fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in ready-to-eat and cooked foods.
41 Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. Sugar scoop does not have a handle.
43 Plastic forks observed store in a grocery bag. Utensils shall be handled, displayed, stored and dispensed so that contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces is prevented.
45 -Chest freezer door observed in disrepair. -Knobs observed missing from the flat grill. -Missing kick plate from closed display case. -Duct tape observed on handle of deli case door. -Cracked glass observed in deli case door. -(Ref. 46.501) Freezer, wire drying rack and toaster are not NSF/ANSI approved.
45 Microwave is not NSF/ANSI approved. (personal use)
45 Shelf beneath the table in the food prep area is not smooth and easy to clean as required.
46 Discontinue using the wire rack for storage. Space is needed for dish drying.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Tape observed framing light fixtures in the food prep area has debris hanging from it and needs to be removed. Take care to protect food containers, food and food contact surfaces when the tape is removed. -Black residue observed in the interior of broken freezer door. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezer. -Black residue observed on shelves in the reach-in beverage refrigerator in the retail area. -Debris observed in motor housing of deli case.
48 One 40-gallon water tank was observed in the basement. Tank is providing water for the restaurant and residence above. Note: A separate water heater with at least a 40-gallon capacity is needed for establishments using 3-compartment sinks.
49 Hot water knob at the handwashing sink in the food prep area is broken. Observed shutoff valves in use to control water flow.
51 Toilet room door is not self-closing.
53 Stained/damaged ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
Bonsall Mini Market
1901 S Bonsall St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
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