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Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
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Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 03/27/2025

6 A food employee was observed washing their hands at the rinse basin of the warewashing sink rather than the designated handwash sink.
14 -The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink in the rear was 0 to 150 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Person in charge stated that the sanitizer has been in the sink overnight, and it was not being used today. Corrective action: Sink emptied. -The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution currently in use at the 3-bay warewash sink in the front of the facility was 0 to 150 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Fresh sanitizer solution was prepared.
18 Potentially hazardous food (potatoes), was not cooled from 135 degrees F to 70 degrees F in 2 hours and/or from 135 degrees F to 41 degrees F within 6 hours, after preparation. Corrective action: Potatoes were placed in the freezer for rapid cooling shortly before reaching 6 hour point.
20 Potentially hazard food was held at 44 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Reminded the person in charge (PIC) to use deeper containers for the tomatoes. Corrective action: Tomatoes were placed in a deeper container during the inspection, and temperature decreased to 39 degrees F.
22 Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat and raw potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. (shell eggs and butter blend labeled, "Keep Refrigerated". Fried onions and cooked potatoes stored on shelf above the flat grill were observed being placed in the trash during the time that Sanitarian was conducting handwashing.) Corrective action: Eggs at 47 degrees F were labeled with the date and disposal time.
26 Rodent bait station with exposed bag of rodent bait was observed stored behind the coffee machine on the table in the food prep area. Corrective action: Bait station was removed.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the facility. Mouse feces was observed in the following areas: -Floor behind the reach-in refrigerators in the front food prep area. -Floor in the garage area where reach-in refrigerator and freezers are in use. -Floor beneath the table in the dining area used for storage.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. (boxes of potatoes)
45 -Garbage grinder switch does not work. Grinder is plugged in to power it. -Chest freezer is not NSF/ANSI approved. (i.e. Frigidaire) -Reach-in freezer is not NSF approved. -Perforated pan used as drying rack has large cracks in it. -Tape observed on top edges of ice machine. -Refrigerator gaskets are in disrepair. (i.e. under-the-counter refrigerator)
45 Food observed stored in grocery bags rather than food-grade bags.
47 Cleaning issues: -Exterior of containers observed soiled in garage area. -Accumulation of dust observed on fan cover in the rear food prep/warewashing area. -Debris observed at the bottom of the reach-in freezers in garage. -Rust observed on racks in under-the-counter refrigerator. -Refrigerator gaskets and interiors need cleaning. -Exterior of refrigerator in the garage area needs cleaning.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 02/13/2025

7 Food employees were observed touching ready to eat food with bare hands. The following were observed: -Person in charge picking up and cutting a sandwich with bare hands. -Food employee picking up slices of cheese and placing it on omelet with bare hands.
13 -Raw animal foods (scrapple, bacon, etc.) were observed stored above ready to eat foods (milk, butter, cheese, etc.). Corrective action: Food rearranged during the inspection. -Uncovered sugar at coffee prep station and uncovered bacon in refrigerator with a dusty fan cover. -Uncovered French toast batter observed in under-the-counter refrigerator with a dusty fan cover and stored below a rusty chipping rack. Discarded.
13 -Heavy build-up observed on waffle iron plates. -Cooked bacon observed stored in cardboard egg trays in the refrigerator. Corrective action: Multiple requests made for bacon to be discarded. -Greasy cardboard observed covering French toast in reach-in refrigerator. Corrective action: Person in charge instructed to cover the French toast with something clean and made for storing food.
22 Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat and raw potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. (shell eggs, cooked potatoes, cooked sausage, cooked onions and butter blend labeled, "Keep Refrigerated".) Corrective action: Potatoes and onions discarded. Eggs placed in the refrigerator and sausage removed from above the grill for proper cooling for refrigeration.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the facility. Mouse feces was observed in the following areas: -Small ledge behind and above shelf holding toaster in the food prep area. -Floor, cider blocks and shelving holding containers of food in the attached garage.
37 Food observed stored in attached unfinished garage. Garage is not approved for food storage.
43 Plastic forks are not stored so that contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces is prevented.
43 Single use items are being reused for further food storage and / or preparation. The following was observed: -Cooked bacon stored in egg trays. -Greasy cardboard covering French toast sticks.
43 -Bus pans used for cooked potatoes observed stored in unfinished garage. -Food containers stored in unfinished basement. *Note: Food containers must remain in plastic and in boxes until they are moved to the food prep areas.
45 -The large multi-door reach-in refrigerator is holding some items above 41 degrees F. -Chest freezer is not NSF/ANSI approved. (i.e. Frigidaire) -Reach-in freezer is not NSF approved. -Pan used as drying rack has large cracks in it. -Crates used to elevate onions. -Tape observed on top edges of ice machine. -Refrigerator gaskets are in disrepair. (i.e. under-the-counter refrigerator)
45 Garage shelving used for storing containers of mayo, spices, etcetera, are not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
47 Cleaning issues: -Exterior of bulk container observed soiled. -Accumulation of grease and some food debris observed beneath the flat grill. -Accumulation of dust observed on fan cover in under-the-counter refrigerator. -Debris observed at the bottom of the reach-in freezer. -Rust observed on racks in under-the-counter refrigerator. -Dusty fan cover observed in rear prep area. Cleaning is required. -Clean and sanitize the counter and shelf behind the toaster where a few mouse droppings were observed. -Refrigerator gaskets are not clean. (i.e. under-the-counter refrigerator)
51 Toilet room door is not self-closing.
53 Clean up all mouse feces in garage, etc.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 11/25/2024

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. Food safety certified person was not on site at the start of the inspection. Corrective action: Food safety certified person arrived during the inspection.
13 -Uncovered sugar at coffee prep station. -Uncovered lettuce in the food prep area. -Uncovered hash browns in the reach-in freezer.
13 Build-up observed on waffle iron plates.
14 -Mouse feces observed on the counter holding the toasters, flatware, etc. Counter is connected to the cold prep refrigerator. -Food prep sink soiled.
14 The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of both 3-bay warewash sinks was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Concentration corrected.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 43.8 to 45.7 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required.
22 Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control ready to eat potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. (eggs, lettuce) Corrective action: Items placed back in the refrigerators. Butter discarded.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the facility. The following were observed: -Counter in the front food prep area. (2) -Floor, cider blocks, etcetera in attached garage used for food and equipment storage.
37 -Food observed stored in attached unfinished garage. Garage is not approved for food storage. -Food stored directly on the floor rather than at least 6 inches above the floor.
37 Cooling open container of potatoes were observed on a stool near the sanitizer compartment during warewashing. Corrective action: Items relocated.
39 -Moist wiping cloths observed hanging on the splash-guards and not stored in sanitizing solution. -Sponges observed in the warewashing sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
43 -Bus pans used for cooked potatoes observed stored in unfinished garage. -Food containers stored in unfinished basement. *Note: Food containers must remain in plastic and in boxes until they are moved to the food prep areas.
45 -The cold prep refrigerator is holding some items above 41 degrees F. -Chest freezer is not NSF/ANSI approved. (i.e. Frigidaire) -Reach-in freezers are not NSF approved. -Pan used as drying rack has large cracks in it. -Crates used to elevate onions.
47 Cleaning issues: -Exterior of bulk container observed soiled. -Some grease and food debris observed beneath the flat grill, door tracks of the reach-in refrigerator, bottom of reach-in refrigerator. -Dusty fan cover observed in rear prep area. Cleaning is required.
51 Toilet room door is not self-closing.
53 -Ceiling tiles open above stove. -Unfinished basement used for storage. -Unfinished garage used for storage.
53 Clean up all mouse feces.
54 Lighting intensity in the following areas is inadequate: -Beneath exhaust hood intensity is 33 to 87 lux rather than 540 lux. -Garage used for storage 30 lux rather than 110 lux.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 11/03/2023

8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the rear food prep/warewashing area to remind food employees to wash their hands. Corrective action: Temporary sign posted until a more durable, non-absorbent sign can be purchased.
11 Handle of ice scoop observed on ice in the ice machine bin. Person in charge instructed to discard ice. Corrective action: All ice was discarded.
13 -Uncovered food observed in chest freezer with ice accumulation. -Uncovered food observed at open/uncovered cold prep station. Corrective action: Items were covered during the inspection.
22 Time in lieu of temperature being used in the food facility to control potentially hazardous foods without written procedures or documentation to verify disposition of food. Container of eggs observed in the food prep area across from grill. Corrective action: Eggs were labeled with the date and disposal time.
34 Facility does not have a probe thermometer to monitor the temperature of food.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. (sugar)
37 -A splash-guard is required between the food prep sink and the warewashing sink. -Ceiling tiles open above stove.
41 Food dispensing utensil in the sugar observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food.
42 Single use plastic utensils are not stored in a manner which prevents hand contact with lip/mouth-contact surfaces.
43 -Single use containers and lids were observed stored beneath a drainage pipe that is not shielded to intercept potential drips/leaks. -Single use containers and lids were observed beneath a leaking drainage pipe. Corrective action: Items relocated and box of with wet packages of cups discarded.
45 -The cold prep refrigerator is holding food above 41 degrees F. -Chest freezer is not NSF/ANSI approved. -Rusty shelves observed in the reach-in cooler.
45 Bare wood observed at the back of the shelving unit holding the register. Note: Surfaces should be smooth non-absorbent and easy to clean.
47 Cleaning issues: -Some grease and food debris observed beneath the flat grill and in bottom of cold holding units. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezer in the food prep area.
49 -A backflow prevention device was not observed was not observed on the coffee machine. -Backflow prevention device not observed at hose bibs.
51 Toilet room door is not self-closing.
53 Debris and old dead mouse observed on basement floor.
53 -Dust pan observed on floor in hallway rather than elevated. -Mop observed in wringer rather than hanging to facilitate drying.
53 Ceiling tiles open above stove.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. Vent inside toilet room observed with dust. Cleaning needed.
54 Lighting intensity in the following areas is inadequate: -Beneath exhaust hood intensity is 33 to 87 lux rather than 540 lux. -In the toilet room the intensity is 65 rather than 220 lux.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 09/25/2023

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. Note: PIC came at time of inspection.
1 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses. Note: The five
2 Facility does not have a employee health reporting policy.
13 A dish of bacon was observed stored on top of upon trash can. Note:Food was removed at time of inspection.
13 Several uncovered food observed in the cold holding chest.
14 -The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
20 Potentially hazardous food located in cold prep was held at 50 and 54 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Note: Food was discarded at time of inspection.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
38 Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
41 Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients.
47 Cleaning issues: Grease and food debris observed beneath the flat grill and in bottom of cold holding units.
53 Floor cleaning needed throughout facility. Old mouse feces observed on stairs to basement.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust and grease. Vent inside toilet room observed with dust. Cleaning needed.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 07/18/2023

1 Warewashing sinks were not set up properly during the inspection. Multiple requests were made for a wash solution to be prepared in a basin for washing the slicer and can opener rather than the small container observed. Note: It is the duty of the person in charge to monitor warewashing solutions throughout the day.
2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that would require employee exclusion. Sample health policy emailed with this report.
8 The food facility does not have a handwash sink conveniently located in the rear food prep/warewashing area.
13 Cooked potatoes observed cooling in the warewashing sinks were in direct contact with the basin. Corrective action: The person in charge (PIC) was instructed to discard the potatoes.
13 -Uncovered food observed in freezer. -Uncover sugar observed at coffee station. Corrective action: Items were covered during the inspection.
14 -The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. -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.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 46.8 to 65 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Food discarded
26 Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the food prep area and basement. Items in food prep area discarded, but not the can of insecticide in the basement.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the toilet room. Mouse feces was observed on the floor in the toilet room.
37 Splash-guard is needed between the sink that is to be used as a food prep sink and the warewashing sinks.
45 French toast sticks and fries were observed stored in baskets with tape around them. Note: Food must be stored in food grade plastic or food grade containers. Containers must be smooth, non-absorbent, easy to wash, and durable.
45 The cold prep refrigerator attached to larger unit is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. Do not use this unit for anything accept for holding whole produce until it is fixed.
46 Warewashing sink observed being used for food preparation.
46 Facility has pH test strips rather than the quaternary ammonia test strips needed.
47 Cleaning issues: -Clutter observed in drawers beneath the grill in the food prep area. -Grease and food debris observed beneath the flat grill.
49 -A backflow prevention device was not observed on the coffee machine. -Backflow prevention devices were not observed at the hose bibs at the mop sink.
53 Two quarter-sized holes were observed in the ceiling in the rear food prep/warewashing area.
54 Inadequate lighting observed in the toilet room and beneath the exhaust hood in the rear prep area. -Lighting in the toilet room observed at 100 lux rather than 220 lux as required. -Lighting beneath the exhaust hood in the rear prep area was 75 lux rather than 540 lux as required.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/pdfs/Plan_Review_for_Stationary_Food_Businesses.pdf 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 03/13/2023

13 Raw meat observed above cooed potatoes. Corrective action: Items rearranged.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sinks was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Concentration was corrected during the inspection.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 45 to 49 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Food discarded.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. A probe thermometer is needed.
37 -Splash-guards are needed between the handwashing sink and the drainboard/dishrack and between the handwashing sink and the table where flatware is stored. -The garbage grinder was observed on the food prep sink. A garbage grinder may not be installed on a food prep sink. Garbage grinders may be installed on NSF approved sinks with four legs, direct drainage and a deep basin. -Packaged foods observed stored beneath an unfinished ceiling in the basement.
43 Plastic utensils are not stored in a manner which prevents hand contact with food- and lip-contact surfaces. Please wash hands, put on gloves and invert plastic utensils in the front and rear prep areas.
45 -Cardboard box observed being reused for utensil storage. -Cardboard with duct tape observed dividing the plastic utensils. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
45 -Garbage grinder observed on a sink with an open drain. A garbage grinder may only be attached to direct drainage. -Kick-plate is missing from ice maker in the front prep area. -Top of the cold prep refrigerator is not keeping food cold. Sanitarian suggested deeper containers with lids and testing food temperatures with a sanitized probe thermometer. -Leg observed missing from handwashing sink in the front food prep area. -(Ref. 46.501) Drying rack is not NSF approved.
46 Multiple packages of expired or incorrect test strips were observed. Corrective action: Expired strips were discarded. Note: Quaternary test strips are needed for quaternary ammonia tablets, and chlorine test strips are needed for chlorine/bleach approved for dishes.
47 Cleaning issues: -Clutter observed in drawers beneath the grill in the food prep area. -Debris observed in plastic storage drawer unit in the warewashing area.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Grease observed on the floor beneath the flat grill. -Debris observed on the floor behind the reach-in refrigerators in the retail area. -Debris observed on the basement floor.
54 Inadequate lighting observed in the toilet room.
Brunic's
2000 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
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