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Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 10/16/2024

45 Crates used to support beverages in retail and storage.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI microwave observed in the kitchen.
45 Missing electrical outlet cover observed in the storage.
51 - Dusty vent observed in the bathroom. - Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the bathroom.
53 - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 07/16/2024

21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats, cheese), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed throughout the facility.
36 An insect control device located in storage area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils.
40 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
45 Crates used to support beverages in retail and storage.
49 - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the handwash sink.
51 The bathroom door was not self-closing.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
53 Broom and dustpan were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 12/27/2023

39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
40 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
45 Crates used to support beverages in retail and storage.
47 Debris and residue observed on internal surfaces of chest freezer.
49 - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the handwash sink.
51 Bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
53 - Damaged wall and floor observed in the basement. - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 11/09/2023

14 Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
40 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
45 Crates used for elevation and storage.
45 Broken chest freezer observed in the basement.
47 Debris and residue observed on internal surfaces of chest freezer.
49 - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the handwash sink.
51 Damaged wall observed in the bathroom.
53 - Damaged wall and floor observed in the basement. - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen. - Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in retail area.
Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 10/02/2023

14 Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
35 Numerous containers of food were not properly labeled in the closed display case.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the kitchen and the storage.
37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
40 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
45 -Cardboard used as shelf liner in the storage. -Crates used for elevation and storage
45 Inoperable chest freezers observed in the basement.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Debris and residue present on internal surfaces of chest freezer and reach-in units.
49 - Mop/Utility sink not observed - A leak was observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink.
51 Restroom door observed not self closing
51 - Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the bathroom. - The bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
53 - Damaged wall and floor observed in the basement. - Porous ceiling tiles observed in the kitchen.
53 Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed behind the food equipment in the kitchen.
Allison Food Market
2975 Frankford Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 07/19/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code.
6 Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash.
8 The following observations were noted: -Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. -Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the food prep area.
8 The handwash sink in the food prep area was blocked by bottles and containers and not accessible at all times for employee use.
9 Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that Pastelitos are from an approved source.
11 13 expired Gerber baby food items observed on retail area shelving.
13 The following observations were noted: -Scooper submerged in working bulk container. -Tongs hanging on door handle and top of hot holding unit in the retail and food prep areas.
13 Pretzels and bread observed in wash compartment of warewash sink.
14 Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
19 Pastelitos was held at 106 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required.
20 Seafood salad was held at 50 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. *Do not store any potentially hazardous food in the reach-in refrigeration unit until it can maintain a temperature of 41 degrees F or below as required.*
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Seafood salad, cheese, deli meat), located in the closed display case and reach-in unit, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
26 Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the food prep area.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. Hot holding cabinet
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage bottles are not labeled with the common name of the food.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (Flies) observed in the food prep, basement, retail areas.
37 The following observations were noted: -Metal can being used to store food item after opening. -Food (beverages) is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on splash guard and not stored in sanitizing solution.
40 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin with a 1 to 2 inch air gap observed. *Discontinue slicing of fruits and vegetables until an approved variance or a food prep sink is installed* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced*
43 Single use containers observed not inverted on top of closed display case in the food prep area.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard being used as shelf liner in reach-in units and retail area shelving. -Crates being used for elevation and storage
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Non NSF/ANSI equipment observed: - 2 inoperable chest freezers - Microwave -Toaster
46 Food facility lacks QAC sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Debris and residue present on internal surfaces of chest freezer and reach-in units.
49 Mop/Utility sink not observed
51 Trash can with a lid not observed in restroom area.
51 Restroom door not self closing
51 The following observations were noted: -Toilet paper and debris present along floor perimeter of restroom area. -Missing/Damaged wall tiles
53 The following observations were noted: -Unsealed holes in wall surfaces -Damaged/water stained ceiling in rear storage area
53 The following observations were noted: -Debris present under retail area shelving -Wet floor basement area -Ceiling leaking basement area -Debris and grime along floor perimeter of food prep area -Debris on tables in food prep area -Declutter clerk area -Grease residue on top of exhaust hood and leaking from ceiling
54 Exhaust hood observed in adequate capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls, ceilings and fixtures.
65 Garbage grinder inoperable
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. *Violation ticket issued*
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