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Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
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Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 04/23/2025

13 Uncovered premade foods observed in the reach in freezer.
21 The following observations were noted: -Potentially hazardous food (Premade sauces and Pickled onions)prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours was not date marked.
36 Freshly dead mouse observed on the top step of the facilities basement entrance.
45 Broken equipment observed in the facility (one cold prep units with under-counter and one under-counter refrigerator).
45 Wooden pallets utilized for food elevation in the walk in cooler units.
47 -Ice accumulation and food debris observed inside the reach-in freezer in the kitchen area. -Debris observed inside of reach in refrigeration units.
53 Stains observed on the walls (in the corner near the hood) in the cooking area. -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. -Water stain/ splattered in restaurant area.
53 Old mouse droppings observed behind equipment in the kitchen area.
53 Brooms observed on direct floor surfaces in the basement.
54 Grease accumulation observed on ventilation hood.
54 Inoperable light observed inside of reach in refrigeration unit in the front service area.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 03/26/2025

6 Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used.
13 Uncovered premade foods observed in the refrigeration units throughout out the facility.
14 The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces.
21 The following observations were noted: -Potentially hazardous food (Cheese, Goat and Premade sauces)prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in all refrigeration units was not date marked.
35 The food in the bulk containers were not labeled with their common use names.
36 Gap’s in the facility’s rear exit door.
37 Cases of oil stored on direct floor surfaces in the kitchen area, and is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
45 The following observations were noted: -Missing cover light in the kitchen area. -Domestic reach in freezer and chest freezer observed in the food prep area. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (one cold prep units with under-counter and one under-counter refrigerator). -Inoperable food prep sink. -Inoperable garbage grinder.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Aluminum foils wrapped over stove area.
47 Ice accumulation and food debris observed inside the reach-in freezer in the kitchen area.
51 Observed dust on ceiling vent in the facilities toilet room.
52 Trash and debris observed on ground surfaces in the back outdoor area.
53 Drying mop observed on direct floor surface that does not allow for adequate drying method.
53 Stains observed on the walls (in the corner near the hood) in the cooking area. -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. -Water stain/ splattered in restaurant area.
54 Exhaust hood system not properly covering cooking equipment.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 02/25/2025

6 Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used.
8 -Soap and paper towels were not observed at the kitchen's hand wash sink. -No sign or poster posted at the hand wash sink in the kitchen area to remind food employees to wash their hands. *Person in charge brought soap, paper towels and hand wash sign correction on site.
14 The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces.
19 Hot pastry (Vida) held at 121 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required
21 The following observations were noted: -Potentially hazardous food (Chicken and Goat)prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in all refrigeration units was not date marked.
36 Gap’s in facility’s rear exit door.
37 Case of oil stored on direct floor surfaces, is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on kitchen surface area and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 The following observations were noted: -Missing cover light in the kitchen area. -Domestic freezer observed in the food prep area. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (one cold prep units with under-counter and one under-counter refrigerator). -Inoperable food prep sink.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Aluminum foils wrapped over stove area.
47 Ice accumulation and food debris observed inside the reach-in freezer /kitchen area.
51 Observed dust on ceiling vent in the toilet room.
52 Trash and debris observed on ground surfaces in the back outdoor area.
53 Stains observed on the walls (in the corner near the hood) in the cooking area. -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. -Water stain/ splattered in restaurant area.
53 Drying mop observed in a bucket that does not allow for adequate drying method.
53 Brooms and dust-pan not elevated in the rear kitchen area.
54 Exhaust hood system not properly covering cooking equipment.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 06/06/2023

36 - Gap’s in facility’s rear exit door.
45 - Plastic crated being used for food elevation in the walk-in freezer/basement area.
45 The following observations were noted: -Missing cover light in the kitchen area. -Domestic freezer observed in the food prep area. -Domestic microwave "Solve" observed in the kitchen /prep area. -Missing utility sink. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (one cold prep units with under-counter and one under-counter refrigerator).
45 - Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 - Ice accumulation and food debris observed inside the reach-in freezer /kitchen area.
51 -Peeling paint observed inside the bathroom in the dinning area.
51 - Small receptacle for sanitary napkins was not observed in the restroom (dinning area).
52 - Cardboard boxes were stored on the ground instead in a receptacle with a tight fitted lid or in manner that prevents rodent harborage.
53 The following observations were noted: -Stains observed on the walls (in the corner near the hood) in the cooking area. -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Damaged wall in the dinning area (near the restroom). -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. - Debris, dust and grease observed on the floor in the cooking area. - Stains observed on the walls in the cooking area.
54 - One light out in the kitchen area.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 04/27/2023

1 Food Safety Certified person did not demonstrated knowledge of five Food Borne Illnesses. **PIC was taught the five Food Borne Illnesses, their signs and symptoms, and issued the Food Employee Health Policy during time of inspection.
13 - The food was not covered in the walk-in cooler and reach-in refrigerator during inspection.
14 The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was more than 200 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required. PIC took corrective action and provided sanitizing solution at 100 ppm during inspection.
21 -Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (cooked meats, vegetables, and sauces) prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours in the walk-in coolers and reach-in refrigerators. *Sanitarian advised the person in charge to provide dates for the foo in the facility.
26 Rodenticides observed on the floor near the hot water heater in the basement area.
34 - Missing temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food.
36 The following observations were noted: - An insect control device (sticky glue paper) with dead bugs on, located in top of the cold prep unit in the prep area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. - Visible physical evidence of bugs activity (live bugs) observed near the water heater in the basement area.
37 Buckets with food, bags with onion, and boxes with oil observed on the floor in the kitchen area and basement area.
39 - Moist wiping cloths observed lying on food prep tables and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Plastic shopping bags observed used for food storage in the walk-in cooler.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 The following observations were noted: -Domestic freezer observed in the food prep area. -Domestic microwave "Solve" observed in the kitchen /prep area. -Missing utility sink. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (two cold prep units with under-counters).
46 -Food facility lacks chlorine sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration
47 - Dead bugs observed on the sticky glue papers on top of the unused cold prep unit cooking area.
47 The following observations were noted: -Mold on the walk-in cooler walls. -Food debris observed in the reach-in refrigerators throughout the facility. -Ice accumulation observed inside the chest freezers.
51 -Peeling paint observed in the bathroom near pick-up area/dinning area.
53 - Floor are in need of cleaning in the facility. Old mouse droppings, debris, live bugs were observed along the floor perimeters in the basement area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. - Debris, dust and grease observed on the floor in the cooking area. - Stains observed on the walls in the cooking area.
53 - Mops observed in the buckets and not elevated for the air-drying.
54 - Fan guards in the walk-in coolers observed with dust accumulation.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 08/23/2022

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the bathroom area. PIC provided paper towels during inspection.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available in the reach-in refrigerators.
36 Gap’s in facility’s rear screen door.
37 Buckets with food and boxes with oil observed on the floor in the kitchen area and basement area.
45 The following observations were noted: -Domestic freezer observed in the food prep area. -Domestic microwave "Solve" observed in the kitchen /prep area. -Missing utility sink. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (walk-in freezer, under-counter refrigerator, and two cold prep units).
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Food debris observed in the reach-in refrigerator pick-up area.
49 Missing mop sink in the facility.
51 -Peeling paint observed in the bathroom near pick-up area/dinning area. -Toilet bowl observed in need of cleaning. -Gaps observed in the ceiling in the bathroom area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. -Damaged ceiling tile observed in the kitchen area.
53 -Utiility rack not provided proper elevation of maintenance tools; mop observed on the bucket in the kitchen area.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 07/01/2022

1 The food safety certified person arrived by the end of inspection. The food facility operator shall be the person in charge or shall designate a person in charge and shall ensure that a person in charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation.
13 Several food items (marinated meats , cooked meats and cooked vegetables) observed uncovered in the reach-in refrigerators and walk-in cooler.
14 The 3 compartment sink not clean to sight and touch.
21 No dates observed on any food in the walk-in cooler, reach-in refrigerators (marinated beef, chicken, goat, cooked vegetables) prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available in the reach-in refrigerators.
36 -Insect activity (house flies) observed in the dining area and kitchen area.
45 Some cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 The following observations were noted: -Domestic freezer observed in the food prep area. -Domestic microwave "Solve" observed in the kitchen /prep area. -Missing utility sink. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (walk-in freezer, under-counter refrigerator, and two cold prep units). -Gaps observed between the filters in the small exhaust hood.
45 Carboard observed on the floor under the cooking equipment.
49 Missing mop sink in the facility.
53 The following observations were noted: -Soiled walls observed behing the cooking equipment. -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. -Water stained ceiling tiles observed in the dining area and in the food prep area. -Damaged ceiling tile observed in the kitchen area.
53 Cleaning tools observed in direct contact of the floor and not elevated or hung on a utility rack in the kitchen area.
53 Mop observed on the floor in the kitchen area and dinning room area and not elevated for the air-drying.
54 Static dust accumulation observed on the standing fan in the dining area.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
Inspection Date: 05/24/2022

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the kitchen area.
13 Several food items (marinated meats and sliced vegetables) observed uncovered in the reach-in refrigerators and walk-in cooler.
14 - The can opener observed with heavy accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. - The warewash sink was not properly setup for sanitation; dirty dishes and pots observed stored in all three 3 bay sinks. Corrective action: Sanitarian educated the PIC on how to properly setup the 3 comparment sink for sanitation. A return demonstration of Wash-Rinse-Sanitize setup was observed prior to completion of inspection.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (sauces, marinated beef, chicken, goat, cut vegetables) prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, observed without dates in the walk-in cooler and reach-in refrigerators.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available in the reach-in refrigerators and walk-in cooler.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
36 - Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse droppings) observed in the basement area. - Insect activity (house flies) observed in the dining area.
37 -Flour, sugar, rice in the food prep area and basement area are exposed and not protected from contamination by not using coverings and adequate containers.
45 The following observations were noted: -Domestic microwave "Solve" observed in the kitchen /prep area. -Garbage grinder was defective during inspection -Missing utility sink. -Broken equipment observed in the facility (walk-in freezer, under-counter refrigerator, and cold prep unit). -Domestic freezer observed in the food prep area. -Gaps observed between the filters in the small exhaust hood.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 The following observations were noted: -Soiled equipment observed in the food prep area (reach-in refrigerators inside and outside) -Under-counter refrigerator used as storage observed with food debris inside. -Heavy ice accumulation observed inside the reach-in freezer in the food prep area. -Rust observed on shelving racks in the walk-in cooler in the basement and on the prep table shelving kitchen/prep area.
49 An air gap is not provided between the prep sink drain line and catch basin.
49 Missing mop sink in the facility.
51 Peeling paint observed on the walls in the customer's restroom.
53 The following observations were noted: -Porous ceiling tiles observed not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. -Water stained ceiling tiles observed in the dining area and in the food prep area. -One damaged ceiling tile observed in the kitchen area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Debris observed on the floor in the basement area. -Grease accumulation, residue and food debris observed on floor surfaces in the kitchen area.
53 Cleaning tools observed in direct contact of the floor and not elevated or hung on a utility rack in the kitchen area.
54 A burner in the food preparation area is not under the exhaust hood.
54 Employees clothing observed in top of the reach-in refrigerator in the food prep area.
54 Static dust observed on the ceiling ventilation system in the food prep area and dining area.
Mallu Cafe
10181 Verree Rd
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116
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