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Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 08/27/2024

35 Food labeling placards observed in the Cold prep refrigerator and reach-in freezer do not accurately identify the empanadas, bacon, beef, chicken.
39 Sponges observed on the faucet of handwash sink being used to clean food contact surfaces.
45 Crates were used to support beverages in retail.
45 - Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer observed in the basement. - Domestic non-NSF ANSI dry rack observed in the kitchen. - Hot holding unit not in use during the inspection.
47 -Cardboard lining observed in the closed display case in the kitchen. -Ice build up observed inside chest freezer in the retail area.
53 -Mops observed not stored elevated to properly air-dry.
53 -Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed by the side of grill and fryer in the kitchen -Old mouse dropping observed on the shelf under electrical devices next to the cashier.
53 Gap observed between ceiling and wall in the kitchen.
Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 07/11/2024

11 Expired baby food observed throughout retail shelving. Infant food expired date observed 3/2024 and 5/2024. Food was discarded
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats, cheese), 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.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Crates were used to support beverages in retail.
45 - Domestic non-NSF ANSI chest freezer observed in the basement. - Domestic non-NSF ANSI dry rack observed in the kitchen.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Cardboard linings observed in the closed display case in the kitchen.
51 The bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
53 Dust, food debris, and grease accumulation observed by the side of grill and fryer in the kitchen.
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 12/11/2023

37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
45 - Domestic non-NSF ANSI electrical cooking burner observed in the kitchen. - Domestic non-NSF ANSI dry rack observed in the kitchen.
51 The bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
54 Defective light bulb observed in the kitchen.
54 Hood filters had an accumulation of static dust and grease.
Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 10/27/2023

1 A City Food Safety Certificate was not observed in the facility at time of inspection. Application was emailed to the person in charge
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Missing electrical outlet cover observed in the basement.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
51 The bathroom sink was not properly sealed to the wall.
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
53 Damaged wall observed in the basement.
Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 09/20/2023

1 A City Food Safety Certificate was not observed in the facility at time of inspection. Application was emailed to the person in charge
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. Person in charge was instructed to take corrective action
20 Food was held at 50.1, 52 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required in the cold prep refrigerator. Person in charge was instructed to take corrective action.
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (deli meats, cheese), prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the closed display case, was not date marked. Person in charge was instructed to take corrective action
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
35 Numerous containers of food were not properly labeled in the closed display case.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on the counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Crates were used to support beverages in retail.
45 - Non NSF/ANSI chest freezer observed in the basement. - Door handle on chest freezer was not in good repair
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Domestic non-NSF ANSI microwave observed in the kitchen.
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
53 Dust and food debris observed behind the grill and fryer in the kitchen.
Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 05/22/2023

45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard being used as shelf liner -Wooden shelving -Crates being used for elevation
45 The following observations were noted: -Non NSF/ANSI microwave, chest freezer -Door handle on chest freezer is not in good repair
Almanzar Mini Market Grocery Store
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 05/19/2023

1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code.
4 An employee's beverage and food container was observed in the closed display case in the food prep area.
8 The following observations were noted: -Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. -Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the restroom area.
11 6 Severely dented canned items observed in retail area.
13 The following observations were noted: -Deli meat left uncovered touching direct surface of shelving in closed display case. -Spoon observed in stagnant water in the food prep area.
20 The following observations were noted: -Deli meat, cheese, eggs was held between 50 to 55 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. -Eggs held at 74.6 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (Deli meat, cheese), located in the closed display case, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened.
22 Time in lieu of temperature not being used as a control for potentially hazardous food (Eggs).
26 Employee medicines and personal hygiene products stored in food prep area, and were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment or utensils.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food prep area.
26 Observed rodenticides (Mouse bait) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the food prep and basement areas.
34 The following observations were noted: -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible. -Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in closed display case, hot-holding unit, and cold prep unit.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (Mouse droppings) observed in the food prep and basement areas.
37 The following observations were noted: -Non Food grade bags being used to store food -Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard being used as shelf liner -Cardboard being used as floor liner in restroom area -Wooden shelving -Crates being used for elevation and storage
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 microwave, hot plate, chest freezer -Cold prep unit and closed display case not maintaining a temperature of 41 degrees F or below as required. *Do not store any potentially hazardous food in these units until they can maintain a temperature of 41 degrees F or below as required.*
47 Heavy ice accumulation on internal bottom surface of reach-in freezer.
48 Low hot water pressure at handwash sink in restroom area. Corrective action: Person in charge adjusted hot water pressure during time of inspection.
53 Mop not elevated on a utility rack.
53 Dead roaches and debris present along floor perimeter of basement area.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. *Violation ticket issued*
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
Almanzar Mini Market
500 E Westmoreland St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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