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Brooklyn Bros Halal Food
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
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Brooklyn Bros Halal Food
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 01/23/2025

45 The following observations were noted: -Non NSF/ANSI microwave -Inoperable reach-in unit being used as storage of food, food equipment and miscellaneous items.
45 Wooden shelving observed in the rear storage area.
51 Heavy static dust accumulation present on fan cover in the restroom area.
60 c/o#24-1395
Brooklyn Bros Halal Food
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 01/02/2025

8 The following observations were noted: -Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the restroom area. -No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the restroom area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
36 An insect control device (Fly strips) located in food prep area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils.
45 The following observations were noted: -Non NSF/ANSI microwave, chest freezer and stove -Inoperable reach-in unit being used as storage of food, food equipment and miscellaneous items. -Equipment observed in the food prep area: Frigidaire stove, slicer, closed display case, deep fryer, table top griddle, coffee machine *The following items must be removed immediately: Frigidaire stove, deep fryer, table top griddle, closed display case, slicer, coffee machine*
49 No backflow prevention device observed on main water inlet line in the basement area.
51 Heavy static dust accumulation present on fan cover in the restroom area.
51 Trash can with a lid not observed in the restroom area.
54 No lighting observed in the restroom area.
60 c/o#24-1395
74 The establishment was selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. Ticket was issued at time of inspection.
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 08/15/2023

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.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed throughout the facility. Person in charge was instructed to contact an exterminator
37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI microwave observed in the kitchen.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
74 The establishment was selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. Ticket #1847725-5 was issued at time of inspection
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 03/29/2023

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
37 Sodas observed stored in single soda crates on the floor.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 -Ice build up observed in chest freezer -Dusty fan covers observed in reach in refrigerators.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 - Damaged ceiling observed in the food prep area. - Cracked floor tiles observed throughout the facility.
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 03/09/2023

1 No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who did 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.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI microwave observed in the kitchen.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 General cleaning needed by the side of the grill and the fryer in the kitchen.
53 - Damaged ceiling observed in the food prep area. - Cracked floor tiles observed throughout the facility.
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 10/18/2022

14 * One out of three sink stoppers are observed at the 3-basin sink. The Person in Charge did obtain the sink stoppers during time of inspection.
45 * Raw wood surface boards which are not smooth and easily cleanable, being used as shelves in the basement, where needed. * Cardboard is used as shelf liners in the POS area, where chemicals are stored.
51 * A covered receptacle for sanitary napkins was not observed in both unisex restrooms on the 1st floor & basement area.
52 * Three uncontained trash bags are observed in the rear outside area. Receptacles will need to be obtained and contain trash.
52 * No trash receptacles are provided at the hand sink station in the kitchen/prep area. The Person in Charge did place trash can at the hand sink station during time of inspection. * No receptacle is provided at the hand sink in the unisex restroom in the basement.
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 10/14/2022

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mice droppings) observed behind the equipment in the kitchen area. The person in charge was advised to contact an exterminator
45 Broken chest freezers, and refrigerators observed in the basement area.
47 Ice build up observed in reach-in freezer in the kitchen.
49 A leak was observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom
53 General cleaning needed behind the equipment in the kitchen due to dust, food debris, and mice droppings.
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 09/28/2022

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.
4 * Cigarettes are founded in the POS counter area during the inspection. * Cigarette butts are observed on the floor in the kitchen area and on the floor in the basement area during the inspection. * Ashtes are observed on the food prep table in the kitchen area during the inspection. (Tickets will bee issued)
8 * Soap was not available at the hand wash sink in the kitchen area and in the employee restroom in the basement area. * No paper towels was provided at the hand sink station in the kitchen area and in the employee restroom in the basement area.
13 * Soiled electrical cord is stored in direct contact with potatoes on the lower shelf of the food prep table.
26 * Can of GREAT STUFF is stored on the shelf with beverages in the kitchen area.
34 * No thermometers are provided in the refrigeration unit, where it is needed.
36 * Visible physical evidence of insect (fly) activity observed in the kitchen area.
45 * Milk crates are used to elevate food/beverage items in the establishment.
50 * Old mop water left stored in mop bucket in the kitchen area.
51 * Toilet in the unisex restroom is in unsanitary condition in the basement. * Restroom surfaces are in need of cleaning.
51 * Receptacle with lid for sanitary napkins was not observed in the unisex restroom in the basement area.
51 * Unisex employee restroom is not self-closing.
53 * Brooms and dusty pan not properly elevated from floor when not in use.
53 * Floors in the kitchen area and in the basement area is in need of cleaning. * Excessive unused food equipment's are observed in the basement area.
54 * Mechanical exhuast ducts are in need of cleaning in the kitchen.
68 * No waste and/or recycling receptacle is provided within 10 feet of the establishment.
74 * The establishment is selling tobacco various tobacco products without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. (Ticket was issued)
W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
Inspection Date: 08/30/2022

W Butler Mini Market
1703 W Butler St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
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