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23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
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23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
Inspection Date: 04/21/2025

1 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.
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area.
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the prep area.
13 Uncovered condiments observed in the coffee station; sugar and creme, needs to be covered to prevent contamination.
14 The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 ppm, rather than 200 - 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions.
21 Cheese and deli-meats opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
36 Side door outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
44 Single use gloves being used for multiple tasks without being changed, or not being discarded when damaged or soiled.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved chest freezers and domestic toaster oven observed in the food prep area. -Grinder sink mounted on small handwash sink in the prep area was not operational during the inspection. -Reach-in refrigerator observed in the retail area not operational and not in use during the inspection.
46 -Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Crumbs and food debris observed on table top were toaster is located in the prep area.
53 -Cleaning needed on floor corners and perimeters of prep and storage area to remove grimes and debris observed during the inspection. -Cracked floor tiles observed in the prep and storage area. -Unnecessary items observed in the rear storage area causing a clutter that can attract vermin on storage shelves.
53 Mop, broom and dustpan observed in the rear storage area not hanging or properly stored while not in use, to prevent vermin harborage.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket with stagnant dirty water, not hanging or properly stored away while not in use, to allow for proper air drying.
56 Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
Inspection Date: 03/05/2025

1 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. Food safety certified person came in the middle of the inspection.
6 Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash.
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area. Soap was replenished during the inspection.
13 Uncovered condiments observed in the prep area, sugar and crème needs to be covered to prevent contamination. condiments were covered during the inspection
14 The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 ppm, rather than 200 - 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Additional pills added to derive 200 ppm.
21 Cheese and deli-meats opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse droppings) activity observed in the storage area.
36 Side door outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
44 Single use gloves being used for multiple tasks without being changed, or not being discarded when damaged or soiled.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved chest freezers and domestic toaster oven observed in the food prep area. -Grinder sink mounted on small handwash sink in the prep area was not operational during the inspection.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 -Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Ice build-up present in all facility chest freezers. -Crumbs and food debris observed on table top were toaster is located in the prep area.
51 cleaning needed on floor of restroom to remove grimes and debris observed during the inspection.
53 -Damaged water stained ceiling tiles observed in the prep and storage areas. -Heavy food debris and grime was observed under shelving in retail, prep and storage area. -Uneven and Damaged flooring observed in storage, prep, retail and POS area. -Cobwebs and dust observed on basement storage shelves and ceiling during the inspection. -Unnecessary items observed in the rear storage area causing a clutter that can attract vermin on storage shelves.
53 Mop, broom and dustpan observed in the rear storage area not hanging or properly stored while not in use, to prevent vermin harborage.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket with stagnant dirty water, not hanging or properly stored away while not in use, to allow for proper air drying.
56 Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
Inspection Date: 02/21/2024

21 Deli meat and cheese opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. Person in charge dated food items that are ready to eat and opened, during the inspection.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved chest freezers and domestic toaster oven observed in the food prep area. -Grinder sink mounted on small handwash sink in the prep area was not operational during the inspection.
46 -Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Ice build-up present in all facility chest freezers.
53 -Damaged water stained ceiling tiles. -Heavy food debris and grime under shelving in retail, prep and storage area. -Damaged flooring in storage, prep, retail and POS area. -Cobwebs and dust observed on basement storage shelves and ceiling during the inspection.
53 Mop, broom and dustpan observed in the rear storage area not hanging or properly stored while not in use, to prevent vermin harborage.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket with stagnant dirty water, not hanging or properly stored away while not in use, to allow for proper air drying.
23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
Inspection Date: 01/09/2024

8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area. Soap was replenished during the inspection.
20 sliced tomatoes, mayonnaise, lettuce and cheese inside cold hold refrigerator food was held at 50 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Person in charge discarded mayonnaise and transferred sliced tomatoes to closed display case refrigerator during the inspection.
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) activity observed in the rear storage area.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved chest freezers and domestic toaster oven observed in the food prep area. -Grinder sink mounted on small handwash sink in the prep area was not operational during the inspection.
45 -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 -Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Ice build-up present in all facility chest freezers.
51 Cleaning needed on floors of restroom to remove debris and grimes observed during the inspection.
53 -Damaged water stained ceiling tiles. -Heavy food debris and grime under shelving in retail, prep and storage area. -Damaged flooring in storage, prep, retail and POS area. -Cobwebs and dust observed on basement storage shelves and ceiling during the inspection.
53 Mop, broom and dustpan observed in the rear storage area not hanging or properly stored while not in use, to prevent vermin harborage.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket with stagnant dirty water, not hanging or properly stored away while not in use, to allow for proper air drying.
23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
Inspection Date: 02/03/2023

11 -Expired gerber sitter food (12.2022) observe on retail shelving. *Item was removed.
37 -Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
41 -Coffee stirring spoon stored in stagnant water.
45 -Card broad used as shelf liner.
45 -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved (Magic chef and Ojeda) chest freezers and domestic toaster oven (Farberware) observed in the food facility. - Damaged lid gaskets and broken hinges present on a chest freezer in food prep area. -Drink crates used for elevation.
46 -Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Grease accumulation observed on mechanical hood system.
47 -Ice build-up present in all facility chest freezers. -Black mold like debris observed on shelving in retail shelving. -Food Splash observed on shelving above sandwich prep unit.
50 Condensate from cold-prep refrigeration unit and deli display case being drained into plastic containers, tubings not extended to approved indirect waste drain line connection or approved condensate evaporator pans.
52 -Outside dumpster overflowing with trash.
53 -Damaged water stained ceiling tiles. -Heavy food debris and grime under shelving in retail, prep and storage area. -Damaged flooring in retail and POS area. -Dead house flies observed on basement floor. -Buckets, bottles and other items stored onn basement floor.
53 -Seal around penetrating plumbing and electrical lines.
54 -Inadequate lighting in mop sink area and rear storage area.
23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
Inspection Date: 11/28/2022

8 -Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the kitchen area. -The handwash sink in the * area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device. **Missing items provided.
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. *Slicer was cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
21 -Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
36 An insect control device (fly glue strip) located on rear food storage area ceiling over handwash sink.
36 -Entrance door not rodent proof. Door not fitted to frame.
37 -Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
41 -Coffee stirring spoon stored in stagnant water.
45 -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 -Card broad used shelf liner.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved (Magic chef and Ojeda) chest freezers and domestic toaster oven (Farberware) observed in the food facility. - Damaged lid gaskets and broken hinges present on a chest freezer in food prep area. -Drink crates used for elevation. -Defective garbage diposer.
46 Food facility lacks quaternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Ice build-up present in all facility chest freezers. -Black mold like debris observed on shelving in retail shelving.
47 -Grease accumulation observed on mechanical hood system.
50 Condensate from cold-prep refrigeration unit and deli display case being drained into plastic containers, tubings not extended to approved indirect waste drain line connection or approved condensate evaporator pans.
52 -Outside dumpster overflowing with trash.
53 -Damaged water stained ceiling tiles. -Heavy food debris and grime under shelving in retail, prep and storage area. -Damaged flooring in retail and POS area. -Dead house flies observed on basement floor.
54 -Inadequate lighting in mop sink area and rear storage area.
23 Mini Market
2240 Diamond St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
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