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Arabellys Grocery
2001 N 08th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
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Arabellys Grocery
2001 N 08th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 04/04/2025

34 Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in the deli display case in the kitchen.
36 Cat observed in the basement area. Live animals are not allowed on premises. *PIC removed cat from the premises at the time of inspection*
45 Materials for non-food contact: -raw wood 2x4s observed supporting equipment in the kitchen area
45 Equipment: -Non- NSF/ ANSI approved chest freezer in the retail area -Non-NSF/ ANSI approved drying rack observed in warewashing area -The deli display case in the kitchen lacks a condensing cover -Plastic crates observed being used for food elevation in the retail area. -Observed rusty shelves in retail fridge -Defective cold prep/ under counter refrigeration unit observed at TOI (not in use)
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 General cleaning (non-food contact): -food residue observed on lower shelving in the prep area -accumulation of dust observed on retail shelving
53 Brooms and dustpans observed idle on the floor in the restroom. Maintenance tools shall be elevated in a designated space when not in use.
53 Mop observed idle on the floor after use and not elevated in a designated space to properly dry.
53 General cleaning (premises): -accumulation of dust observed along retail floor perimeters -air conditioning units observed on the floor in the kitchen prep area (should be removed as not necessary to operation of business)
Arabellys Grocery
2001 N 08th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 06/05/2024

34 Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in the deli display case in the kitchen.
45 -low clearance wood shelves observed being used for food elevation in the retail area
45 -Equipment does not meet ANSI/NSF sanitation standards: electric range and chest freezer in the kitchen. Equipment requires repair or adjustment: -The deli display case in the kitchen lacks a condensing cover. -Plastic crates observed being used for food elevation in the retail area. -Observed rusty shelves in retail fridge
48 Observed delayed hot water distribution at the hand washing sink in the kitchen.
Arabellys Grocery
2001 N 08th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 05/21/2024

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.
20 Butter and eggs in the deli case were held at 50 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Employee was instructed to discard food items.
34 Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in the deli display case in the kitchen.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity: Mouse droppings observed along the floor/wall junctures of the kitchen and ware washing area; underneath and on the retail area shelving, on the floor around the sleeping bed, electric range and chest freezer.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in retail area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep shelf and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 -low clearance wood shelves observed being used for food elevation in the retail area -cardboard lining the floor behind front counter
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 -Equipment does not meet ANSI/NSF sanitation standards: electric range, domestic waffle iron, microwave oven, and chest freezer in the kitchen. Equipment requires repair or adjustment: -Defective lid/door observed on the chest freezer in the kitchen. -The deli display case in the kitchen lacks a condensing cover. -The temperature was measured at 48 degrees F in the deli display case (the deli case was for personal use items at the time of inspection as well as eggs and butter for sale). -Plastic crates observed being used for food elevation in the retail area. -Observed rusty surface on the lower shelf of the food prep table in the kitchen. -Observed rusty shelves in retail fridge
46 Food facility lacks QAC (quaternary ammonium) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Retail shelves are in need of cleaning. -Ice build-up observed on the interior of the chest freezer in the kitchen.
48 Observed delayed hot water distribution at the hand washing sinks in the restroom and kitchen area.
51 The restroom door is not self-closing.
51 Dusty ceiling vent cover observed in the restroom.
53 -Observed water-stained ceiling tiles in the retail area. -Observed open wall space near the 3-bay ware washing sink. -Observed damaged floor tiles in the retail area of the store.
53 Bed, blankets, and personal items (toothbrush, hairbrush) observed in the rear kitchen area near the 3-bay ware washing sink.
53 -Cleaning needed of floors and shelving throughout establishment. -Mouse droppings observed along the floor/wall junctures of the kitchen and ware washing area; on the floor around the sleeping bed, electric range, chest freezer, and on retail shelves
53 Brooms and mop stored directly on the floor in the bathroom and kitchen prep area and not elevated in a designated place.
Arabellys Grocery
2001 N 08th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 01/18/2024

26 Soda and beverage bottles observed stored next to drain cleaner and other chemicals in the retail area. **Person in Charge moved food items away from the chemicals during the inspection.
34 Temperature measuring device for ensuring proper temperature of equipment is not available or readily accessible in the deli display case in the kitchen.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity: Mouse droppings observed along the floor/wall junctures of the kitchen and ware washing area; on the floor around the sleeping bed, electric range, salad prep unit and chest freezer.
45 -Equipment does not meet ANSI/NSF sanitation standards: electric range, domestic waffle iron, microwave oven, and chest freezer in the kitchen. Equipment requires repair or adjustment: -Defective lid/door observed on the chest freezer in the kitchen. -Defective sliding door observed on the "Pepsi" reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -The deli display case in the kitchen lacks a condensing cover. -The temperature was measured at 48 degrees F in the deli display case (the deli case was for personal use only at the time of inspection). -Plastic crates observed being used for food elevation in the retail area. -Observed rusty surface on the lower shelf of the food prep table in the kitchen.
45 Low clearance wood shelves observed being used for food elevation in the retail area, with paint chips observed on the surface of the shelves.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 Food facility lacks QAC (quaternary ammonium) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Retail shelves are in need of cleaning. -Ice build-up observed on the interior of the chest freezer in the kitchen. -Grease build-up observed on the exterior of the chest freezer in the kitchen.
48 Observed delayed hot water distribution at the hand washing sinks in the restroom and kitchen area.
51 Dusty ceiling vent cover observed in the restroom.
51 The restroom door is not self-closing.
53 Bed, blankets, and personal items observed in the rear kitchen area near the 3-bay ware washing sink.
53 -Observed water-stained ceiling tiles in the retail area. -Observed open wall space near the 3-bay ware washing sink. -Observed damaged floor tiles in the retail area of the store.
53 -Cleaning needed of floors and shelving throughout establishment. -Mouse droppings observed along the floor/wall junctures of the kitchen and ware washing area; on the floor around the sleeping bed, electric range, salad prep unit and chest freezer.
Arabellys Grocery
2001 N 08th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
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