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7 Brothers Mini Market
800 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
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7 Brothers Mini Market
800 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
Inspection Date: 03/17/2025

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.
6 Observed food employee using personal phone with gloves, then went back to prepping food without washing hands or changing gloves.
8 Observed the following: - Paper towels were not available at handwashing sink in women's restroom. - Dirty dishes inside of the handwash sink in food prep area
11 Observed the following: - 6 expired baby rice cereals - 2 expired jars of baby food - 1 dented can - 3 expired Gerber apple juices - 2 expired Similac baby formulas Corrected on Site: All items were disposed of upon request.
20 Observed deli meats and cheeses held at between 43-45 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Deli meat and cheeses), located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard being used as shelf liner in reach-in refrigeration unit. -Soda crates being used for elevation
46 Observed food employee using three basin sink to prep vegetables. -Provide a food prep sink, apply for variance, or purchase prepacked/prewashed vegetables
47 The following observations were noted: -Debris and residue on internal surfaces of cold prep unit and chest freezers. -Ice accumulation present in chest freezers.
53 The following observations were noted: -Debris along floor perimeter under cookline equipment. -Debris along the floor perimeter of the rear storage area.
61 Beer and Liquor observed, current license is a 3120. 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.
7 Brothers Mini Market
800 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
Inspection Date: 02/11/2025

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. Sanitizer was prepared in the wash compartment.
6 Food employee observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash.
8 Observed the following: - Soap was not available at the handwash sinks in food prep area, or men's restroom. - Dirty dishes inside of the handwash sink in food prep area ** Soap was provided at handwashing sinks, bowl was still in sink at the end of inspection.
13 Observed uncovered deli meat and bacon inside of closed display case.
20 Observed deli meats and cheeses held at between 43-45 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Deli meat and cheeses), located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard being used as shelf liner in reach-in refrigeration unit. -Soda crates being used for elevation
47 The following observations were noted: -Debris and residue on internal surfaces of cold prep unit and chest freezers. -Ice accumulation present in chest freezers.
47 Observed dust accumulation on vent in food prep area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Debris along floor perimeter under cookline equipment. -Debris along the floor perimeter of the rear storage area.
7 Brothers Mini Market
800 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
Inspection Date: 09/03/2024

1 No food safety person present during arrival of inspection. Corrective action: Food safety person arrived prior to completion of inspection.
4 An employee beverage container was observed in the cold prep unit in the food preparation area.
8 The handwash sink in the bar area was blocked by a table and not accessible at all times for employee use.
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the food prep and bar areas.
11 2 Gerber oatmeal's observed expired with dates July 2024. Corrective action: PIC discarded during the time of inspection.
13 Knives and utensils observed being stored in the crevice between the 3-basin sink and wall surface. Corrective action: PIC removed knives and utensils for washing, rinsing and sanitizing.
14 Observed no chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to use.
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.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Deli meat and cheeses), located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, 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: PIC relocated chemicals during the time of inspection.
26 Observed rodenticides (Mouse Bait) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in multiple areas throughout the facility.
27 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin observed in the food prep area. *Discontinue washing and slicing of fruits and vegetables until a food prep sink is installed or a variance has been submitted and approved.* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced fruits and vegetables.*
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
36 An insect control device (Fly swatter) located in food prep area stored with seasonings area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (Flies) observed in the food prep and customer seating areas. *Advised to contact pest control management*
37 The following observations were noted: -Metal can being used to store food after opening in the cold prep unit. -Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the retail area.
38 Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
39 Sponges observed in the 3-basin sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard being used as shelf liner in reach-in refrigeration unit. -Soda crates being used for elevation
45 3-basin sink not properly sealed to wall surface in the food prep area.
45 The following observations were noted: -3 Non NSF/ANSI chest freezers -Chest freezer lid not in good repair in the rear storage area. -Kick plates missing on multiple refrigeration units.
47 The following observations were noted: -Debris and residue on internal surfaces of cold prep unit and chest freezers. -Ice accumulation present in chest freezers.
49 No backflow prevention device observed on main water inlet line in the basement area.
49 No food prep sink with an indirect waste drain and catch basin observed in the food prep area. *Discontinue washing and slicing of fruits and vegetables until a food prep sink is installed or a variance has been submitted and approved.* *Only approved for pre-washed and pre-sliced fruits and vegetables.*
51 The following observations were noted: -Static dust accumulation present on fan cover in the restroom area. -Cobwebs and static dust accumulation present on ceiling and wall surfaces of the restroom area. -Hole in ceiling surface in the restroom area.
52 No lids observed on trash receptacles inside the facility.
53 The following observations were noted: -Water stained ceiling -Hole in ceiling in the rear storage, restroom and hall way in front of restroom area. -Peeling ceiling -Missing ceiling tile in the rear storage area. -Unsealed gaps and holes
53 Mop bucket observed with standing murky water in front of the restroom area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Debris along floor perimeter under cookline equipment. -Debris along the floor perimeter of the rear storage area. -Debris along the floor perimeter of customer seating area. -Debris, packaging, and food items observed along floor perimeter of basement area.
54 Hood has an accumulation of grease.
61 Beer and Liquor observed, current license is a 3120. 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.
7 Brothers Mini Market
800 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
Inspection Date: 03/06/2023

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the handsink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Domestic style non-NSF ANSI chest freezers, and blenders throughout the facility did not meet ANSI sanitization standards.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Crates were used to support beverages in the storage.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 General cleaning needed behind the equipment in the kitchen due to food debris, and grease accumulation.
7 Brothers Mini Market
800 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
Inspection Date: 01/17/2023

8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the kitchen area to remind food employees to wash their hands. The person in charge was instructed to take corrective action
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.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
45 Domestic style non-NSF ANSI chest freezers throughout the facility did not meet ANSI sanitization standards. Lid of chest freezer in the rear storage area observed in disrepair.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. (Quat test strips observed for chlorine)
47 - Dust and dirt observed at the ventilation system throughout the facility. - Ice build up observed in chest freezer in retail area.
51 A lidded trash can was not observed in the bathroom.
53 Cracked floor tiles observed in the kitchen area.
53 General cleaning needed behind the equipment in the kitchen due to food debris, and grease accumulation.
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
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