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C & R Mini Market
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
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C & R Mini Market
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 05/21/2024

36 Dead and live roaches observed in basement food storage area
47 Floors and walls are not clean to sight and touch.
49 Garbage grinder observed on shallow basin handwashing sink.
50 water observed not being properly disposed in the basement area.
54 Light observed not working under hood
C & R Mini Market
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 05/13/2024

11 One gallon of reduced fat milk observed expired 5/11/24. One 1/2 gallon of whole milk observed expired 5/12/24. *The PIC discarded both items.
20 Cheese, mayo, eggs held at 46-52 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required in the cold prep unit.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in the cold prep unit.
45 The following observations were noted: -3 Non NSF/ANSI Chest freezer and microwave -1 Non NSF/ANSI deep fryer -Chest Freezers lid not in good repair -A splashguard was not observed between the prep sink and the handwash sink in the kitchen. -Cold prep unit not maintaining 41 degrees F or below as required. *PIC instructed to discontinue use of the unit until holding observed at the appropriate temperature.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
50 The following observations were noted: -Puddle of sewage water observed near restroom area. -Sewage water observed not being properly disposed in the basement area. -Sump pump not covered properly in the basement area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Wet floor surface in the basement area. -Dead roaches along floor perimeter of basement area.
58 Rear garage storage area observed with the following items: -Reach-in refrigeration unit -Miscellaneous cleaning items and other items. -Box of dis detergent and a box of plantains Alteration or construction began prior to plan submission and approval. A completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, showing all design features, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the, Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the website: http://www.phila.gov/health/FoodProtection/NewFoodBusinesses.html. 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: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
60 OC# 24-0184 The Office of Food Protection has received plans for this establishment. The plan review process cannot be completed until all mandated service fees have been paid in full. If you have any questions, please call 215-685-7495.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. *Violation ticket issued.*
Francis Uceta Mini Market
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 02/06/2024

1 No Philadelphia Food safety certification observed upon arrival. Corrective action: Food safety person arrived prior to completion of inspection. 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.
8 Dishes and utensils observed in the handwash sink. Corrective action: Person in charge removed dishes and utensils during the time of inspection.
11 Dented canned items (Cheese) observed in food prep area. Corrective action: Person in charge removed dented canned item during the 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.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Deli meat and cheeses), located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area. Corrective action: Person in charge removed chemicals during the time of inspection.
45 The following observations were noted: -Soda and Milk crates being used for elevation and storage throughout the facility. -Wooden shelving in the basement area. -Cardboard being used as floor liner in the basement area.
45 The following observations were noted: -3 Non NSF/ANSI Chest freezer and microwave -Chest Freezers lid not in good repair -A splashguard was not observed between the prep sink and the handwash sink in the kitchen.
47 The following observations were noted: -Debris and residue observed in reach-in refrigeration unit in garage storage area. -Ice accumulation and debris present on internal surface of chest freezers in front of clerk window in the retail area.
48 Hot water delay at handwash sinks.
49 Sunk pump observed submerged in sewage water and incorrectly installed in basement area. *Health sanitarian advised PIC to contact a plumber to redo sunk pump and hole correctly.*
50 Sewage water observed not being properly disposed in the basement area.
51 The following observations were noted: -Vent system in restroom area is not properly sealed to ceiling surface. -Unsealed gap and holes around door and ceiling surfaces in the restroom area.
52 Observed 2 full barrels of used oil being stored in rear garage area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in front of reach-in refrigeration units in the retail area. -Missing/Damaged floor tiles in the food prep and basement entrance areas. -Damaged floor and wall basement area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Wet floor surface in the basement area. -Debris and dead roaches along floor perimeter of basement area.
58 Rear garage storage area observed with the following items: -Reach-in refrigeration unit with chicken and fish being stored. -2 Non NSF/ANSI chest freezers storing frozen foods. -Chest freezer storing Pastelitos. -Wooden shelving storing single- service items and canned goods. -3 Barrels of cooking oil -Miscellaneous cleaning items and other items. Alteration or construction began prior to plan submission and approval. A completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, showing all design features, including all food service equipment specifications and the location of toilet rooms, plumbing fixtures, storage areas, and utilities must be submitted to the, Office of Food Protection. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, may be obtained from the website: http://www.phila.gov/health/FoodProtection/NewFoodBusinesses.html. 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: Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
61 Previous owner, Francis Uceta Mini Market Inc, now new owner, C & R Mini Market Inc. 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.
Francis Uceta Mini Market
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 01/09/2024

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. *Health sanitarian provided employee health policy and demonstrated how to properly wash, rinse and sanitize.
11 The following observations were noted: -5 dented Campbells canned items on retail area shelving. -13 expired Gerber baby food items on the retail area shelving dated 2022 and 2023. Corrective action: Person in charge removed and discarded items during the 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.
14 Observed no chemical sanitizer in the facility to be used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to use. Corrective action: Person in charge provided QAC tablets prior to completion of inspection.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (Deli meat and cheeses), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked. Corrective action: Person in charge date marked items during the time of inspection.
26 Chemicals were stored above the food prep sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: Person in charge removed chemicals from above food prep sink during the time of inspection.
26 Observed rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the restroom area. Corrective action: Person in charge discarded rodenticide during the time of inspection.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible.
37 Food/Drinks is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the basement stairway entrace.
38 Food employees observed not wearing or wearing ineffective hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard restraints.
41 Multi-use spoon observed in a cup measured at 55 degrees F instead of a min 135 degrees F or above as required.
45 The following observations were noted: -Soda and Milk crates being used for elevation and storage throughout the facility. -Wooden shelving in the basement area. -Cardboard being used as floor liner in the basement area.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 The following observations were noted: -Non NSF/ANSI Chest freezer and microwave -Chest Freezer lid not in good repair -A splashguard was not observed between the prep sink and the handwash sink in the kitchen. -Reach-in refrigeration unit not maintaining a temperature of 41 degrees F or below as required. Do not store any potentially hazardous food in the unit until it can maintain a temperature of 41 degrees F or below as requried.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. Corrective action: Person provided test strips prior to completion of inspection.
47 Ice accumulation and debris present on internal surface of chest freezers in front of clerk window in the retail area.
48 No hot water at the warewashing and handwash sinks in the food prep and restroom area. Water measured between 74 to 78 degrees F. Corrective action: Water was probed and reached 100 degrees F prior to completion of inspection.
49 Drain pipe observed leaking in basement area.
51 The following observations were noted: -Toilet paper and debris along floor perimeter of restroom area. -Unsealed gap and holes around door and ceiling surfaces in the restroom area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in front of reach-in refrigeration units in the retail area. -Missing/Damaged floor tiles in the food prep and basement entrance areas. -Damaged floor and wall basement area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Food debris along floor perimeter of food prep area. -Wet floor surface in the basement area. -Debris and dead roaches along floor perimeter of basement area.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of grease.
54 1 Light bulb observed not working under the exhaust hood.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. *Violation ticket issued*
Francis Uceta Mini Market
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 06/03/2022

1 A City Food Safety Certificate was not observed in the facility at time of inspection. The person in charge had a valid Food Certificate Manager #009467752, exp 10/08/2025. Application was emailed to the person in charge.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
45 A splashguard was not observed between the prep sink and the handwash sink in the kitchen.
53 General cleaning needed behind the grill and the freezer in the kitchen due to dust, food debris, and grease accumulation.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Adan Grocery II
2514 W Allegheny Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
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