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Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 11/14/2024

37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the storage.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the three compartment sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
39 Sponges observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer and dry rack observed in the food prep area.
47 Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the storage.
49 A leak was observed on the faucet of the three compartment sink.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed by the side of grill and fryer in the kitchen.
53 - Damaged floor observed in the storage. - Hole observed on the wall in the storage.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 09/06/2024

37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the storage.
39 Sponges observed in the three compartment sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer and dry rack observed in the food prep area.
47 Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the storage.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 Damaged floor observed in the storage.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 01/25/2024

37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the storage.
39 Sponges observed in the three compartment sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer and dry rack observed in the food prep area.
47 Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the storage.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 Dust and food debris observed by the side and behind the grill and fryer in the kitchen.
53 Mop observed in a bucket and not facilitated adequate drying.
Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 12/18/2023

8 Paper towel dispenser observed empty at the handwash sink in the bathroom area. Person in charge was instructed to take corrective action
14 Slicer had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food, prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
36 A cat was observed in the kitchen. Person in charge was advised to remove the cat immediately.
39 Sponges observed in the three compartment sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer and dry rack observed in the food prep area.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
39 Sponges observed in the three compartment sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
45 Crates were used to support beverages in the storage.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer and dry rack observed in the food prep area.
47 - Static dust accumulation present on fan covers in reach-in units. - Ice build up observed in chest freezer in the storage.
51 Dusty vent observed in the bathroom.
53 Cracked floor tiles observed in the kitchen.
53 Broom and dust pan were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
53 - General cleaning needed in the basement due to dust, dirt, and dead roaches. - Food debris and grease accumulation observed behind the grill and fryer in the kitchen.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 06/05/2023

11 11 Severely dented canned items observed in the retail area. Corrective action: Person in charge removed and discarded canned items during time of inspection.
13 The following observations were noted: -Multi-use cup submerged in food item in working bulk container in rear storage area. -Multi-use spoon observed in stagnant water. Corrective action: Person in charge removed multi-use cup and spoon during time of inspection.
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.
19 Pastelitos was held at 121 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required.
20 Sauce was held at 60.9 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Person in charge discarded sauce prior to completion of inspection.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the rear storage area. Corrective action: Person in charge removed chemicals from same shelf as food during time of inspection.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food in the rear storage area.
37 Unapproved nonfood grade bags being used to store food items in chest freezers in rear storage area.
45 Aluminum foil used as lining on food pressers in the food prep area.
45 The following observations were noted: -Carboard being used as shelf liner -Aluminum foil being used as lining table -Crates being used for elevation and storage -Wooden shelving in the retail and basement area
45 The following observations were noted: -Non NSF/ANSI toaster and chest freezer -2 inoperable hot holding units in rear storage area -1 inoperable pizza oven in rear storage area
47 Static dust accumulation present on fan covers in reach-in units.
53 The following observations were noted: -Unsealed gaps in wall surfaces in the rear storage area -Holes in wall surfaces in the rear storage area -Water stained ceiling tiles -Unsealed gaps around AC unit in retail area -Damaged floor rear storage area
Birch Mini Market
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 03/08/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code.
1 Food safety certified person showed up late and left prior to completion of inspection report. *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.
6 Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash.
14 Dishware and non food grade grocery bags observed in food prep sink Corrective action: Person in charge removed dishware and non food grade bags from food prep sink during time of inspection.
19 Pastelitos was held at 117.8 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (deli meat and cheese), located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
36 An insect control device located (Fly sticky strips) above the 3-compartment warewash sink and food prep sink in the food prep area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. Corrective action: Person in charge removed sticky fly strips from above 3-compartment warewash sink and food prep sink.
37 The following observations were noted: -Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the rear storage area. -Unapproved nonfood grade bags being used to store food items in chest freezers in rear storage area. -Food uncovered in chest freezers in rear storage areas
45 The following observations were noted: -Carboard being used as shelf liner -Aluminum foil being used as lining on cookline equipment and food prep table -Crates being used for elevation -Wooden shelving in the retail and basement area
45 Aluminum foil used as lining on food pressers in the food prep area.
45 -Non NSF/ANSI toaster and chest freezer -Hot holding unit not maintaining a temperature of 135 degrees F or above as required -2 inoperable hot holding units in rear storage area -1 inoperable pizza oven in rear storage area
45 Handwash sink not properly sealed to wall in food prep area.
51 The following observations were noted: -Dead cockroach on sticky trap under handwash sink in the restroom area -Static dust accumulation present on vent cover in restroom area
51 Restroom door observed not self-closing
53 The following observations were noted: -Unsealed gaps in wall surfaces in the rear storage area -Holes in wall surfaces in the rear storage area -Water stained ceiling tiles -Unsealed gaps around AC unit in retail area
53 Mop not elevated on a utility rack
54 Vent cover not properly sealed to the gypsum ceiling in the rear storage area.
Birch II Inc. DBA Capricornio Grocery
2001 E Birch St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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