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Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
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Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 07/12/2024

34 Thermometers were not provided in the refrigeration units.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. Note:Working containers holding food or food ingredients (such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices and sugar) that are removed from their original packages for use in the food facility shall be identified with the common name of the food they contain. However, containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized (such as dry pasta) need not be identified.
39 Moist wiping cloths were observed lying on sinks and counters and not stored in a sanitizing solution.
41 Knives and / or cleavers stored between table edges which are not easily cleaned and sanitized.
45 Non-NSF approved microwave was observed in the kitchen.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Crates were inverted to elevate items.
45 A cardboard was observed at the fryer station.
45 Wooden platforms were observed in the basement used as shelving.
47 Unclean wooden platforms and cardboard linings were observed.
51 General restroom cleaning is needed. Sinks need to be resealed to the wall. Dust accumulation observed on the vent cover
53 Water accumulation and clutter were observed in the basement.
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code regarding temperature control and food borne illnesses/symptoms.
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the prep area. Paper towels were provided. Note: Availability of hand drying. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent sinks shall be provided with one or more of the following: (1) Individual, disposable towels. (2) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel. (3) A heated-air hand drying device.
8 Customers were not given access to the restroom. Facility offers dine in (two tables observed) Out of service sign observed on the restroom door. Person in charge was advised to remove the sign. At least one handwashing sink and a number of handwashing sinks necessary for the convenient use by consumers shall be provided in food facilities which allow consumption of food on the food facility premises. Handwash sinks for consumers shall be located in easily accessible areas
13 Raw shell eggs were stored above ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler.
20 Potentially hazardous foods were not held at 41 degrees F or below as required: - Salad prep unit 46-49F - Chicken in a refrigerator 54F. Chicken was placed in the walk-in cooler, - Sauces in refrigerator was 55-58F. Person in charge was advised to discard.
34 Thermometers were not provided in the refrigeration units.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. Note:Working containers holding food or food ingredients (such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices and sugar) that are removed from their original packages for use in the food facility shall be identified with the common name of the food they contain. However, containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized (such as dry pasta) need not be identified.
36 Four fly strips were located in prep areas with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. Fly strips were removed.
36 Front door was propped open and unscreened which does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Door was closed.
41 Knives and / or cleavers stored between table edges which are not easily cleaned and sanitized. Knives were removed.
51 General restroom cleaning needed: - Sinks need to be resealed to the wall - Trash/debris on the floor in the employee restroom - Dust accumulation observed on the vent cover
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 05/08/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code regarding temperature control.
7 A food employee was observed touching ready to eat food with his bare hands. Note: The person in charge was instructed to tell his employees to wash their hands and wear gloves.
13 Containers of lettuce were not covered in the walk-in cooler. Note: The person in charge covered the containers.
20 All the food in the cold preparation unit was observed at 66 degrees F. Note: The person in charge was instructed to discard all the food.
31 Under counter, refrigeration was observed at 66 degrees F instead of 41 degrees F or less.
36 Mice feces were observed in the basement stairwell.
39 Moist wiping cloths were observed lying on counters and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Wooden surfaces are used as shelving in the basement.
47 Unclean non-food contact areas were observed in the ware wash and preparation areas.
49 A mop sink was not available in the facility. The grease trap line has a puncture. Hot water was observed at 80 degrees F. Note: The hot water was increased to 100 degrees F.
53 Clutter was observed in the basement. The basement floor was observed unclean in the rear.
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 08/15/2022

31 Under counter, refrigeration was observed at 48-50 degrees F instead of 41 degrees F or less. Note: Potentially hazardous foods were not stored in the under-counter refrigeration units.
36 Gaps and cracks observed at the cellar door in the basement.
45 Wooden surfaces are used as shelving in the basement.
45 The blue cutting board was observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Non-commercial freezers, mini refrigerator, and probe thermometer. Non-NSF shelving and tables.
47 Unclean drying wire rack shelf was observed in the ware wash area.
49 A mop sink was not available in the facility. The grease trap line has a puncture.
53 Clutter was observed in the basement. The basement floor was observed unclean in the rear.
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 07/15/2022

13 Chicken wings were observed cooling in the ware wash area without a proper cover. Note: Person in charge removed the wings from the ware wash area and provided cover.
13 Food preparation sink interior was unclean to sight and touch. Note: Person in charge cleaned the interior of the sink.
20 Food at the salad cold preparation station observed at 48-52 degrees F Note: Person in charge was instructed to not keep food in the unit for more than 4 hours.
31 Cold preparation units were observed at 48-50 degrees F instead of 41 degrees F or less.
31 The chicken wings were not cooled for a proper amount of time before being placed into the walk in cooler. Note: Person in charge removed the chicken wings from the walk in cooler.
34 Probe thermometers for the food were not observed.
36 Gaps and cracks observed at the cellar door in the basement.
36 Flies observed in the facility.
41 Knives and / or cleavers stored between table edges which are not easily cleaned and sanitized.
45 Wooden surfaces used as shelving in the basement. Cardboard lining observed on the grease trap.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Non-commercial freezers, mini refrigerator. Food observed above the recommended fill lines in the cold preparation units. Non NSF shelving and tables.
47 Rusted and unclean wire racks observed in the walk in cooler.
47 Unclean exterior surfaces and wire rack shelves observed in the kitchen.
49 A mop sink was not available in the facility. The grease trap line has a puncture.
53 Clutter observed in the basement. Basement floor observed unclean in the rear. Storm water accumulation observed in the rear of the basement. Walls and floors in the kitchen observed unclean at various areas.
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 06/15/2022

4 Open beverage and donut observed in the food preparation area. Note: Person in charge discarded the items.
8 Paper towels were not observed at the hand wash sink. Note: Person in charge provided paper towels during the inspection.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat foods were improperly date marked when they were prepared. Note: Date marking procedures were reviewed with the person in charge.
31 Cold preparation units were observed at 48-50 degrees F instead of 41 degrees F or less.
36 Mouse feces observed on the shelf with the take out containers, and under the point of sale counter.
41 Knives and / or cleavers stored between table edges which are not easily cleaned and sanitized.
45 Wooden surfaces used as shelving in the basement. Cardboard lining observed on the floors in the ware wash area.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Non-commercial freezers,mini refrigerator. Food observed above the recommended fill lines in the cold preparation units.
47 Rusted and unclean wire racks observed in the walk in cooler.
47 Unclean exterior surfaces and wire rack shelves observed in the kitchen.
49 A mop sink was not available in the facility. The grease trap line a puncture.
53 Clutter observed in the basement. Basement floor observed unclean in the rear. Storm water accumulation observed in the rear of the basement. Walls and floors in the kitchen observed unclean at various areas.
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Inspection Date: 05/16/2022

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the PA Food Code regarding temperature. Note: Temperature requirements were reviewed with the person in charge.
8 Paper towels were not observed at the hand wash sink in the kitchen. Note: Person in charge supplied paper towels during the inspection.
13 Various foods in the walk in coolers were not covered. Eggs in a bucket of water observed in the ware wash sink. Note: Person in charge was instructed to prevent cross contamination.
14 Handles on the knives were unclean to sight and touch. Note: Person in charge was instructed to wash and sanitize the knives.
19 Marinara sauce was observed at 100 degrees F instead of 135 degrees F or higher. Note: Person in charge reheated the marinara sauce.
20 Mushrooms, prepared produce were observed at 48-50 degrees F in the cold preparation units. Note: Person in charge was instructed to maintain all food at 41 degrees F or less. Any food observed above 41 degrees F was instructed to be discarded.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat foods were not date marked when they were prepared. Note: Date marking procedures were reviewed with the person in charge.
31 Cold preparation units were observed at 48-50 degrees F instead of 41 degrees F or less.
36 Mouse feces observed on the shelf with the take out containers, and at the basement stairwell.
37 The food preparation sink and the adjacent hand wash sink were not separated by a barrier.
43 Single use articles were observed under a waste line in the basement.
45 Wooden surfaces used as shelving in the basement.
45 Non-commercial freezers,mini refrigerator. Cardboard observed lining floor in the ware wash area. Milk crates are used for elevation.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Unclean exterior surfaces observed in the kitchen.
47 Rusted and unclean wire racks observed in the walk in cooler.
49 A mop sink was not available in the facility. The grease trap line a puncture.
53 Clutter observed in the basement. Basement floor observed unclean. Walls and floors in the kitchen observed unclean at various areas.
54 No lighting or low lighting observed in the basement storage area. Note: Person in charge increased the lighting in the basement storage.
Big Ben Pizza
7266 Rising Sun Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
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