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Express Halal Food/ Commissary #2
1332 N 09th St UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
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Express Halal Food/ Commissary #2
1332 N 09th St UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 04/25/2025

8 A handwash reminder sign was not observed at the toilet room. Note: The person in charge provided a hand-wash reminder sign.
8 The handle on the hand-wash sink was missing. Note: The person in charge modified the handle and replaced it to function.
11 Frozen beef with freezer burn was observed in the reach-in freezer. Note: The person in charge discarded the beef patties.
14 Mold was observed at the top of the ice machine interior. Note: The person in charge was instructed to sanitize the ice machine interior.
36 Gaps observed at the front gate door and missing several ceiling tiles. These outer openings in the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
45 Non-NSF reach in freezer was observed in the facility.
47 Ice accumulation was observed in the reach in freezer.
53 Debris was observed behind the shelving in the front area.
Rafiq Ullah/ Commissary #2
1332 N 09th St UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 04/16/2025

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code.
6 Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used because facility lacked soap at the time of inspection.
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area and in the employee restroom.
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the prep area and in the employee restroom.
8 Old food residue and used utensils observed in the employee handwash sink in the prep area. A handwashing facility shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
13 Raw chicken and raw fish were both observed being stored over other raw, ready-to-eat food items in the reach in refrigeration units.
14 Observed no chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to use. *Facility lacked sanitizer- there was no sanitizer available at the time of inspection. *
14 Food equipment observed with an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
20 Multiple food items were held at 45-49 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Reach in refrigeration unit was observed holding ambient temperature of 47 degrees. *Food items stored in this unit were discarded at the time of inspection*
21 Multiple potentially hazardous ready to eat food items, prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the reach in refrigeration unit, were not date marked.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in any refrigeration equipment.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers (spices, flours) are not labeled with the common name of the food.
36 Gaps observed at the front gate door and missing several ceiling tiles. These outer openings in the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed: -rat droppings observed along the floor perimeters in the prep area -rat droppings observed along floor perimeters in the warewashing area -rat droppings observed along the floor perimeters in the restroom area -rat droppings observed along lower shelving in the storage area.
36 Observed flying birds in the facility- many inside due to the missing ceiling tiles being damaged and missing.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor (onions, spices, bottles of sauces).
37 During preparation, unpackaged food shall be protected from environmental sources of contamination- leaks observed in the ceiling tiles due to recent rain and birds are flying around the facility.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Equipment (repair): -observed reach-in refrigeration unit with ambient temperature of 47 degrees F (items stored here were discarded at the time of inspection) -Observed defective ice machine (not in use at time of inspection) -Observed milkcrates being used for storage
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
46 Large equipment and utensils observed. Sink compartments shall be large enough to accommodate immersion of the largest equipment and utensils that require cleaning by immersion.
47 General cleaning (non-food contact): -dusty ceiling vent observed in the employee restroom -bottoms of refrigeration units observed with food debris -bottoms of refrigeration units observed with heavy spillage -tops of prep counters observed with heavy food residue / spillage -rat droppings observed on lower shelving units
51 Toilet room observed dirty and observed rat droppings along the floor perimeters- the physical facilities of a food facility shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
53 -Missing ceiling tiles observed/ can see through to the damaged roof -Holes observed in the walls in the prep area -Floor surfaces uneven, water pooling due to recent rain
61 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: https://www.phila.gov/documents/plan-review-for-food-businesses/ 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, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153.
Debesai, Michael/ Michael Debesai's Commissary #2
1332 N 09th St UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 12/17/2024

36 Gaps observed at the front gate door and missing several ceiling tiles. These outer openings in the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 General cleaning (non-food contact): -dusty ceiling vent observed in the employee restroom -bottoms of refrigeration units observed with food debris
51 Toilet room observed dirty. The physical facilities of a food facility shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
53 -Missing ceiling tiles observed/ can see through to the damaged roof -Holes observed in the walls in the prep area
53 Brooms and dustpans observed idle on the floor in the facility. Maintenance tools should be elevated in a designated space when not in use.
Debesai, Michael/ Michael Debesai's Commissary #2
1332 N 09th St UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
Inspection Date: 12/12/2024

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the prep area.
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area.
8 The handwash sink in the prep area was blocked by large pots and utensils and not accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
21 Multiple potentially hazardous ready to eat food items, prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the reach in refrigeration units, were not date marked.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the prep area.
26 Working containers in the prep area, used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies, were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
36 Gaps observed at the front gate door and missing several ceiling tiles. These outer openings in the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed: mouse droppings observed throughout floor perimeters of facility, on top of prep counters, on top of canned goods and on the same shelving as rice cookers.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed: roaches observed crawling out of refrigeration unit hinges/ doors; roaches observed crawling on walls near handwashing sink and prep sink in the prep area.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 General cleaning (non-food contact): -shelving in prep area observed with mouse droppings -bottoms of refrigeration units observed with food debris
51 No toilet tissue available at employee restroom. A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet.
53 General cleaning (premises): -mouse droppings observed throughout floor perimeters -food residue observed throughout floor perimeters under shelving
53 Brooms and dustpans observed idle on the floor in the facility. Maintenance tools should be elevated in a designated space when not in use.
53 -Missing ceiling tiles observed/ can see through to the damaged roof -Holes observed in the walls in the prep area
Michael Debesai's Commissary #2
1332 N 09th St UNIT 2
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122
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