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Brothers Market
1103 Cottman Ave 1103-1105 Cottman Ave.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
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Brothers Market
1103 Cottman Ave 1103-1105 Cottman Ave.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 10/05/2023

35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
41 Food dispensing utensil in the prep area observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food. Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with the ice.
45 Raw wood pallets and soda crates being used for elevation in the basement, walk-in cooler, retail area, and prep area were not smooth and easily cleanable.
45 Alluminum foil was observed lining shelves in the closed-display case.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
53 Flooring surface of walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. Concrete flooring surface observed.
Brothers Market
1103 Cottman Ave 1103-1105 Cottman Ave.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 10/03/2023

1 Certified person was not present at the start of the inspection. They later arrived. 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.
8 Dishes and utensils observed in the handwash sink.
9 Safe handling instructions were not observed on packaged raw meats in the closed display case. Examples were shown to the person in charge. Note: Meat and poultry that is not a ready-to-eat food and is in a packaged form when it is offered for sale or otherwise offered for consumption shall be labeled to include safe handling instructions as specified in the Food Act
11 Visible evidence of insect contaminated foods in the retail area: Small bugs observed crawling in bags of rice. Bags of rice were discarded.
13 Raw animal foods were stored above ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler and closed-display case.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
35 Prepackaged food in the retail area is not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts.
36 Cat was observed in the basement area.
41 Food dispensing utensil in the prep area observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food.
45 Raw wood pallets and soda crates being used for elevation in the basement, walk-in cooler, retail area, and prep area were not smooth and easily cleanable.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 A non NSF approved juice dispenser observed in the food prep area.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Blood residue and pool of water observed on the walk-in cooler floor.
51 Lidded trashcan was not provided in the restroom for the proper disposal of sanitary napkins.
51 Restroom door was not self closing.
53 Flooring surface of walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. Concrete flooring surface observed.
53 General cleaning is needed in the basement due to ripped boxes and clutter.
53 Maintenance tools were not elevated on a utility rack when not in use.
78 The establishment is selling electronic cigarette devices without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. Ticket was issued.
Brothers Market
1103 Cottman Ave 1103-1105 Cottman Ave.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 05/12/2023

8 Dishes and utensils observed in the hand wash sink. Dishes were removed.
9 Safe handling instructions were not observed on packaged raw meats in the closed display case. Examples were shown to the person in charge. Note: Meat and poultry that is not a ready-to-eat food and is in a packaged form when it is offered for sale or otherwise offered for consumption shall be labeled to include safe handling instructions as specified in the Food Act
45 Raw wood pallets and soda crates being used for elevation in the basement, walk-in cooler, retail area, and prep area were not smooth and easily cleanable.
45 Unused ice machine observed in the basement.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Blood reside observed on the walk-in cooler floor.
51 Lidded trashcan was not provided in the restroom for the proper disposal of sanitary napkins.
51 Restroom door was not self closing.
53 - Flooring surface of walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. Concrete flooring surface observed. - Damaged floor areas observed in the retail area
53 Maintenance tools were not elevated on a utility rack when not in use.
53 General cleaning is needed in the basement to remove cat fur and ripped boxes.
Brothers Market
1103 Cottman Ave 1103-1105 Cottman Ave.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 03/15/2023

9 Safe handling instructions were not observed on packaged raw meats. Note: Meat and poultry that is not a ready-to-eat food and is in a packaged form when it is offered for sale or otherwise offered for consumption shall be labeled to include safe handling instructions as specified in the Food Act
9 Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that aluminum foil pans of cooked food (retail freezer) are from an approved source.
13 Raw chicken was stored above raw beef in the display case. Food was rearranged.
27 Food facility using reduced oxygen packaging (frozen meats) without the required written procedures or HACCP plan.
35 Prepackaged food (raisins, dates, frozen foods) in the retail area was not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts.
36 A cat was observed in the basement. Person in Charge was instructed to remove the cat from the premises. Note: Live animals may not be allowed on the premises of a food facility
45 Raw wood pallets and soda crates being used for elevation in the basement, walk-in cooler, and prep area were not smooth and easily cleanable.
45 Unused ice machine observed in the basement.
47 General cleaning needed: - Blood reside observed on the walk-in cooler floor - Dust accumulation observed on the fanguards in the walk-in cooler - Ice accumulation observed around the condensate line in the retail refrigerator
51 Lidded trashcan was not provided in the restroom for the proper disposal of sanitary napkins.
51 Restroom door was not self closing.
51 Dust accumulation observed on the vent cover in the restroom.
53 - Flooring surface of walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. Concrete flooring surface observed. - Damaged floor areas observed in the retail area
53 Maintenance tools were not elevated on a utility rack when not in use.
62 Before engaging in an activity which requires a HACCP plan, a food facility applicant or operator shall submit a properly prepared HACCP plan to the Department for approval.
Brothers Market
1103 Cottman Ave 1103-1105 Cottman Ave.
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 02/08/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code in relation to the proper wash, rinse, sanitize procedure (signs were posted incorrectly). The correct procedure was explained.
9 Safe handling instructions were not observed on packaged raw meats. Note: Meat and poultry that is not a ready-to-eat food and is in a packaged form when it is offered for sale or otherwise offered for consumption shall be labeled to include safe handling instructions as specified in the Food Act
14 Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces.
35 Prepackaged food (raisins, dates) in the retail area was not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts.
36 Cat was observed in the retail/prep area. Cat was removed from the premises.
36 Gaps observed along the basement delivery door does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
41 Foam containers were not inverted to prevent contamination from dust and debris. Containers were inverted. Food dispensing utensil in the bulk food ingredients (retail area) observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food.
45 Raw wood pallets and soda crates being used for elevation in the basement, walk-in cooler, and prep area were not smooth and easily cleanable.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 General cleaning needed: - Blood reside observed on the walk-in cooler floor - Rusted shelves observed in the walk-in cooler - Dust accumulation observed on the fanguards in the walk-in cooler
51 Restroom door was not self closing.
51 Dust accumulation observed on the vent cover in the restroom.
51 Lidded trashcan was not provided in the restroom for the proper disposal of sanitary napkins.
53 - Flooring surface of walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. Concrete flooring surface observed. - Damaged floor areas observed in the retail area
53 Maintenance tools were not elevated on a utility rack when not in use.
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