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Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 04/30/2024

8 Utensil (blender glass jar) observed inside the handwash sink in food prep area. Corrective action : A food employee removed the Utensil (blender glass jar) from handwash sink in the food prep area during inspection.
39 Moist wiping cloth observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
41 Observed scooper and stirring spoon at coffee & water ice stations stored in stagnant water measured at 63-79 degrees Fahrenheit instead of hot water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit and above or running water.
45 -Plastic (Milk & soda) crates being used for elevation / storage of ice machine, beverages, plantains,onions and bananas inside non-operational open display case, non-operational walk-in cooler, basement and rear storage areas. -Cardboard lining over bottom shelf inside a reach-in refrigeration unit, reach-in freezer and in chest freezer in retail area. -Raw wood surfaced shelvings being used for storage in retail and rear storage areas.
45 -Non-operational equipment; 1 walk-in cooler and 1 open display case being used for storage of beverages and produce in rear storage and retail areas. -One ice machine in basement area observed not operational.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Corrosion shelvings inside the retail area reach-in freezer.
49 -Backflow prevention device not observed on the water main inlet line (after water meter) inside the non operational restroom in basement area. -Vacuum breaker / backflow prevention device not observed on utility (mop ) sink's faucet in basement area.
53 -Fissure acoustic ceiling tiles, which are porous,not smooth and easily cleanable present in the food prep area. -Water stained and missing ceiling tiles were observed in the food prep /storage area. -Unfinished gypsum wall by steps leading into basement area. -Raw wood surfaced wall and ceiling inside the rear food storage area.
53 -Unused equipment (hot water heater tank,food slicer, ice machine and debris present in basement area floor. -Dust and debris on basement step landing, and spillage, puddle of water on basement floor.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not stored elevated.
53 Mops observed in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry in basement area.
54 Some fluorescent lights in retail area observed not operational during inspection.
Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 04/19/2024

14 Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces Corrective action : Person in charge dismantled, washed, rinsed and sanitized the food slicer prior to completion of inspection. * Food slicer should be washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours when in use.
20 Sliced tomatoes, cheese and mayonnaise inside the food prep area cold-prep refrigeration unit were held at 57-62 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required.
26 Observed open rodent baits (rodenticides) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, along floor perimeters of retailand basement areas (underneath detergent storage shelving) *Rodent bait stations. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
35 Prepackaged styrofoam cups with ice inside the front retail area chest freezer are not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts.
37 Beverages are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in rear food storage area.
41 Observed scooper and stirring spoon at coffee & water ice stations stored in stagnant water measured at 67-74 degrees Fahrenheit instead of hot water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit and above or running water.
45 -Plastic (Milk & soda) crates being used for elevation / storage of ice machine, beverages, plantains,onions and bananas inside non-operational open display case, non-operational walk-in cooler, basement and rear storage areas. -Cardboard lining over bottom shelf inside a reach-in refrigeration unit, reach-in freezer and in chest freezer in retail area. -Raw wood surfaced shelvings being used for storage in retail and rear storage areas.
45 -Non-operational equipment; 1 walk-in cooler and 1 open display case being used for storage of beverages and produce in rear storage and retail areas. -One ice machine in basement area observed not operational. -Cold-Prep refrigeration unit in food prep area is not being maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below as required.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
49 Backflow prevention device not observed on the water main inlet line (after water meter) inside the non operational restroom in basement area.
53 -Fissure acoustic ceiling tiles, which are porous,not smooth and easily cleanable present in the food prep area. -Gaps and cracked ceiling tiles in retail area. -Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the food prep area. -Unfinished gypsum wall by steps leading into basement area. -Raw wood surfaced wall and ceiling inside the rear food storage area.
53 -Unused equipment (hot water heater tank,food slicer, ice machine and debris present in basement area floor. -Dust and debris on basement step landing, and spillage, puddle of water on basement floor.
53 Mops observed not stored elevated to properly air dry behind basement area door.
Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 02/26/2024

1 Facility's food safety certified person lack the City of Philadelphia food safety certificate; Observed a ServSafe certificate only. * Advised facility's food safety certified person to apply for the City of Philadelphia food safety certificate, an application form reissued on 2-26-2024.
8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the food prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
14 Multi-use utensils cannot be effectively sanitized due to sanitizing solution profusely leaking from underneath the warewash sink's (sanitizing bay) waste drain pipe connection and the sink stopper not operational during inspection.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (cut pineapples & cantaloupes), prepared in the food facility, located in the retail area reach-in refrigeration unit, observed not date marked. Corrective action : A food employee marked all cut pineapples & cantaloupes with the dates they were prepared / transferred into small plastic containers prior to completion of inspection. .
26 Observed open rodent baits (rodenticides) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, along floor perimeters of retail area (underneath detergent storage shelving). *Rodent bait stations. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
35 Prepackaged styrofoam cups with ice inside the front retail area chest freezer are not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts.
36 Observed a hole under the rear exit door, this outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
37 Beverages are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in rear food storage area.
41 Observed scooper and stirring spoon at coffee & water ice stations stored in stagnant water measured at 50 -64 degrees Fahrenheit instead of hot water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit and above or running water.
45 -Plastic (soda) crates being used for elevation / storage of beverages, plantains,onions and bananas inside non-operational open display case, non-operational walk-in cooler and rear storage areas, -Cardboard lining over bottom shelf inside a reach-in refrigeration unit, reach-in freezer and in chest freezer in retail area. -Raw wood surfaced shelvings being used for storage in retail and rear storage areas.
45 Non-operational equipment; 1 walk-in cooler and 1 open display case being used for storage of beverages and produce in rear storage and retail areas.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Ice-build and foos debris present inside chest freezers in retail area.
49 Backflow prevention device not observed on the water main inlet line (after water meter) inside the non operational restroom in basement area.
50 -Condensate dripping from the food prep area deli display case into a plastic container, tubing not extended to approved indirect waste drain connection or approved condensate evaporator pan. -Waste water leaking from underneath the warewash sink's waste pipe connection to the floor.
53 -Fissure acoustic ceiling tiles, which are porous,not smooth and easily cleanable present in the food prep area. -Gaps and cracked ceiling tiles in retail area. -Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the food prep area. -Unfinished gypsum wall by steps leading into basement area. -Raw wood surfaced wall and ceiling inside the rear food storage area.
53 -Debris observed along floor perimeter of food prep storage area rear (wall and and reach-in freezer), -Unused equipment (hot water heater tank, ice machine and debris present in basement area floor. -Dust and debris on basement step landing, and spillage, puddle of water on basement floor.
53 Mops observed not stored elevated to properly air dry.
Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 01/18/2024

1 Facility's food safety certified person lack the City of Philadelphia food safety certificate; Observed a ServSafe certificate only. * Advised facility's food safety certified person to apply for the City of Philadelphia food safety certificate, an application form issued on 1-18-2024.
8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the food prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
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 meats & sausages ) , located in the food prep area display case, and held more than 48 hours, observed not marked with the dates they were opened.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (cut pineapples & cut cantaloupes), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located inside the retail area reach-in refrigeration unit, observed not date marked.
26 Observed open rodent baits (rodenticides) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, along floor perimeters of retail, rear storage and basement areas. *Rodent bait stations. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
35 Prepackaged styrofoam cups with ice inside the front retail area chest freezer are not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed along floor perimeters of retail and rear storage areas (underneath shelvings & plastic crates).
36 Gaps observed around exterior trap door into the basement area, this outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
41 Observed scooper and stirring spoon at coffee & water ice stations stored in stagnant water measured at 54 -68 degrees Fahrenheit instead of hot water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit and above or running water.
45 -Plastic (soda) crates being used for elevation / storage of beverages, plantains,onions and bananas inside non-operational open display case, non-operational walk-in cooler and rear storage areas, -Cardboard lining over bottom shelf inside a reach-in refrigeration unit in retail area. -Raw wood surfaced shelvings being used for storage of baby food (Similac).
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Debris present along floor perimeter inside the non-operational walk-in cooler (underneath shelvings). -Ice-build present inside a reach-in freezer in retail area.
49 Backflow prevention device not observed on the water main inlet line (after water meter) inside the non operational restroom in basement area.
49 Observed an uncovered sewage pipe in basement area.
50 -Condensate dripping from the food prep area deli display case into a plastic container, tubing not extended to approved indirect waste drain connection or approved condensate evaporator pan. -Waste water leaking from food prep area garbage grinder handwash sink's drain pipe connection to the basement floor.
51 -Static dust on fan cover inside the restroom area. -Mouse droppings and debris observed along floor perimeter inside the restroom area (behind the toilet commode).
53 -Fissure acoustic ceiling tiles, which are porous, not smooth and easily cleanable present in the food prep area. -Gaps and cracked ceiling tiles in retail area. -Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the food prep area. -Unfinished gypsum wall by steps leading into basement area. -Raw wood surfaced wall and ceiling inside the rear food storage area.
53 -Mouse droppings and debris observed along floor perimeters of rear food prep, retail and rear food storage and areas (between non-operational open display case and reach-in freezer, underneath shelvings & plastic crates). -Unused equipment (food slicer, hot water heater tank, ice machine and debris present in basement area floor. -Dust and debris on basement step landing and on sewage pipe.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not stored elevated.
54 Fluorescent lights inside retail area reach-in refrigeration unit and non-operational walk-in cooler are not shielded from breakage.
Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 11/10/2022

8 Utensil (spoon) observed inside the food prep area handwash sink. Corrective action : A food employee removed the utensil (spoon) from the food prep area handwash sink during inspection.
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the restroom area. Corrective action : Person in charge provided paper towels to handwash sink in the restroom area during inspection.
14 Slicer has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. Corrective action : Person in charge dismantled, washed, rinsed and sanitized the food slicer prior to completion of inspection. * Food slicer should be washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours when in use.
14 The warewash (3-compartment) sink not properly setup for sanitization of multi-use utensils and food equipment; Observed Sanitize -Wash -Rinse setup instead of Wash - Rinse - Sanitize. Corrective action : Sanitarian educated the person in charge on how to properly setup the 3-compartment sink, a return demonstration of Wash - Rinse - Sanitize setup was observed prior to completion of inspection.
21 Opened commercially processed and potentially hazardous ready to eat foods (deli meats, sausages, cut pineapples & cut cantaloupe), prepared in the food facility, located in the retail area reach-in refrigeration unit and food prep area display case observed not date marked. Corrective action : Person in charge marked all opened deli meats & sausages and cut pineapples & cut cantaloupe in display case and reach-in refrigeration unit with the dates they were opened / prepared prior to completion of inspection.
26 Observed open rodent baits (rodenticides) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, along floor perimeter of the rear food storage area. Corrective action : Person in charge removed all open rodent baits (rodenticides) from floor perimeter of the rear food storage area during inspection. * Rodent bait stations. Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on prep table and not stored in sanitizing solution.
41 Observed scooper and stirring spoon at coffee & water ice stations stored in stagnant water measured at 68 -72 degrees Fahrenheit instead of hot water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit and above or running water.
45 -Plastic (milk & soda) crates being used for elevation /storage in the rear storage area, inside display case and walk-in cooler are not smooth and easily cleanable. -Cardboard lining inside retail area chest freezer for storage of water ice & ice cream.
45 -Damaged display case door observed in prep area ; Cracked glass door, duct-taped with cardboard. -Non Operational walk in cooler observed being used as dry storage -Garbage grinder installed under a shallow wall-mounted handwash sink in food prep area; * Garbage grinder should be installed under a deep, free standing, four-legged handwash sink.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Debris present along floor perimeter inside the non-operational walk-in cooler (underneath shelvings). -Food debris (sugar) on rear storage area shelving. -Ice-build present inside a reach-in freezer in food prep area.
49 Backflow prevention device not observed on the water main inlet line (after water meter) in basement area.
50 Food prep sink with indirect waste drain connection and catch basin / air gap or approved variance to use food colander for washing / rinsing of vegetables and fruits not present.
51 Handwash sink in the restroom area is not properly sealed to wall.
53 -Fissure acoustic ceiling tiles, which are porous, not smooth and easily cleanable present in the food prep area. -Cracked and water-stained / damaged ceiling tiles in retail area. Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the food prep area. -A hole in gypsum ceiling over warewash (3-compartment) sink.
53 -Debris observed along floor perimeters of food prep and rear food storage areas (around cold-prep refrigeration unit &underneath shelvings). -Static dust accumulation present on ceiling in food prep area.
53 Mops observed not stored elevated to properly air-dry; Utility racks for elevation of mops, brooms and dustpans not observed.
Almonte Food Market
2056 Bridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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