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Curran's Fox Chase
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
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Curran's Fox Chase
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 10/16/2024

13 Several raw animal food (raw beef) were stored on top of ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler. PIC relocated the food items at the time of the inspection.
45 - Lid of the chest freezer in the basement area observed in disrepair - Non-ANSI/NSF sanitation approved reach-in freezer observed in the basement area
45 Bare wood shelving observed in the walk-in cooler and storage shelving in the basement.
47 Ice accumulation observed in the chest freezer in the basement area.
49 Utility sink was not observed in the establishment.
53 - Debris observed along the floor perimeter of the basement area. - Buildup observed on the floor under the handwash and warewash sink in the prep area. - Water accumulation observed on the floor near the walk-in cooler.
65 Facility does not have a garbage grinder. Note: Food establishments producing grindable garbage waste must install a garbage grinder to properly dispose of such waste or recycle the garbage by other approved means. Dumpsters may not be used for the disposal of grindable garbage.
Curran's Fox Chase
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 08/28/2024

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. **No food safety certified person present at Sanitarian's arrival. Food safety certified person arrived at the end of the inspection.
8 Soap, paper towel and handwash reminder sign was not available at the handwash sink in the bar area.
14 - The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. - Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin around the white plate. - Pink slime observed on the interior of the soda gun holster in the bar area.
21 - Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (chicken), prepared in the food facility located in the reach-in refrigerator, was not date marked. - Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the walk-in cooler, was not marked with the date it was opened.
45 Bare wood shelving observed in the walk-in cooler and storage shelving in the basement.
45 - Lid of the chest freezer in the basement area observed in disrepair - Non-ANSI/NSF sanitation approved reach-in freezer observed in the basement area
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 - Ice accumulation observed in the chest freezer in the basement area - Gasket of the reach-in freezer and under the counter freezer observed with buildup
49 - Utility sink was not observed in the establishment. - Food preparation sink with indirect waste drain with 1' air gap and catch basin was not observed in the establishment.
53 - Debris observed along the floor perimeter of the basement area. - Buildup observed on the floor under the handwash and warewash sink in the prep area. - Grease accumulation observed on the wall behind the fryer in the prep area. - Debris observed on the floor near the handwash in the bar area. - Water accumulation observed on the floor near the walk-in cooler and the floor in the walk-in cooler.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. **Establishment has install stainless steel exhaust hood without the submission of plans.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. **Establishment has install stainless steel exhaust hood without the submission of plans.
61 Food establishment licensee and operation changes require submission of a Plan Review Application. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, can be obtained from the website: https://www.phila.gov/documents/plan-review-for-food-businesses/ 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: Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153. Change of ownership was observed. Sweeney's Verree Tavern Inc is now Currans Fox Chase LLC
65 Facility does not have a garbage grinder. Note: Food establishments producing grindable garbage waste must install a garbage grinder to properly dispose of such waste or recycle the garbage by other approved means. Dumpsters may not be used for the disposal of grindable garbage.
Curran's Fox Chase
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 05/21/2024

8 Soap, paper towel and handwash reminder sign was not available at the handwash sink in the bar area.
14 - The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. - Black residue, pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine bin around the white plate. - Pink slime observed on the interior of the soda gun holster in the bar area.
26 Loose rodenticide observed on the floor in the rear storage area.
45 - Lid of the chest freezer in the basement area observed in disrepair - Non-ANSI/NSF sanitation approved reach-in freezer observed in the basement area
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Bare wood shelving observed in the walk-in cooler and storage shelving in the basement.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 - Ice accumulation observed in the chest freezer in the basement area - Gasket of the reach-in freezer and under the counter freezer observed with buildup
49 Condensation leak observed leaking into a bucket in the walk-in cooler.
49 - Utility sink was not observed in the establishment. - Food preparation sink with indirect waste drain with 1' air gap and catch basin was not observed in the establishment.
53 - Debris observed along the floor perimeter of the basement area. - Buildup observed on the floor under the handwash and warewash sink in the prep area. - Grease accumulation observed on the wall behind the fryer in the prep area. - Debris observed on the floor near the handwash in the bar area.
53 Bare wood ceiling observed in the toilet rooms, which is not easily cleanable.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. **Establishment has install stainless steel exhaust hood without the submission of plans.
61 Food establishment licensee and operation changes require submission of a Plan Review Application. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, can be obtained from the website: https://www.phila.gov/documents/plan-review-for-food-businesses/ 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: Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153. Change of ownership was observed. Sweeney's Verree Tavern Inc is now Currans Fox Chase LLC
65 Facility does not have a garbage grinder. Note: Food establishments producing grindable garbage waste must install a garbage grinder to properly dispose of such waste or recycle the garbage by other approved means. Dumpsters may not be used for the disposal of grindable garbage.
Sweeney's Verree Tavern
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 04/25/2023

8 Soap, paper towels, and handwash reminder sign was not available at the handwash sink behind the bar. Missing items were provided.
13 Square cornered food prep sink observed installed in the basement.
45 Soda crates and raw wood pallets being used for elevation were not smooth and easily cleanable.
45 The following observations were made: -Domestic equipment throughout the facility ( freezers, refrigeration units, microwave, exhaust hood) -Galvanized exhaust hood was observed: Two year variance approved and expires 10/4/24
47 Dust accumulation observed on the fanguards in the walk-in cooler. Residue observed on the interior surfaces of the walk-in cooler.
59 Per variance inspection report: facility must submit floor plans for basement prep area and install appropriate sinks. 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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
65 Facility does not have a garbage grinder. Note: Food establishments producing grindable garbage waste must install a garbage grinder to properly dispose of such waste or recycle the garbage by other approved means. Dumpsters may not be used for the disposal of grindable garbage.
Sweeney's Verree Tavern
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 12/22/2022

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the bar area. Paper towels were provided.
13 Sliced tomatoes were observed in the cold-prep unit. Facility does not have a food prep sink with an indirect drain or variance approval for using a colander/strainer to wash raw fruits/vegetables. Variance was denied.
45 Soda crates and raw wood pallets being used for elevation were not smooth and easily.
45 The following observations were made: -Domestic equipment throughout the facility ( freezers, refrigeration units, microwave, exhaust hood) -Galvanized exhaust hood was observed: Two year variance approved and expires 10/4/24
47 Dust accumulation observed on the fanguards in the walk-in cooler.
50 A food prep sink with an indirect drain and catch basin was not observed. Variance for colander use was not granted.
51 Toilet in the men's restroom was not clean.
59 Per variance inspection report: facility must submit plans for basement prep area and install appropriate sinks. 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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
65 Facility does not have a garbage grinder. Note: Food establishments producing grindable garbage waste must install a garbage grinder to properly dispose of such waste or recycle the garbage by other approved means. Dumpsters may not be used for the disposal of grindable garbage.
Sweeney's Verree Tavern
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 10/04/2022

Sweeney's Verree Tavern
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 10/04/2022

Sweeney's Verree Tavern
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 08/11/2022

13 Sliced tomatoes were observed in the cold-prep unit. Facility does not have a food prep sink with an indirect drain or variance approval for using a colander/strainer to wash raw fruits/vegetables.
13 Beverage lines and bottles were observed in drinking ice.
37 Beverage lines and bottles were observed in contact with drinking ice. Note: Ice used as exterior coolant is prohibited as ingredient. Ice may not be used as food after it has been used as a medium for cooling the exterior surfaces of food such as melons or fish, packaged foods such as canned beverages or cooling coils and tubes of equipment.
45 Soda crates and raw wood pallets being used for elevation were not smooth and easily.
45 The following observations were made: -Domestic equipment throughout the facility ( freezers, refrigeration units, microwave, exhaust hood) -Galvanized exhaust hood was observed. Two year variance expired 2/24/22. An exhaust hood should be installed or another variance must be submitted. Application given to the person in charge.
46 Stoppers were not available at the warewashing sink. Plastic containers were being used to stop the sink.
47 Dust accumulation observed on the fanguards in the walk-in cooler.
50 Condensate was leaking on the basement floor.
50 A food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection and catch basin / air gap or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of fruits and vegetables was not present during inspection. For more information on how to apply for the variance; Contact Mr. Brian Shon, Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Phone number (215) 685 - 7499. Application given to the person in charge.
51 Toilet in the men's restroom was not clean.
53 Grease residue was observed under equipment in the kitchen area.
54 Defective lights were observed in the basement.
Sweeney's Verree Tavern
7968 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111
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