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Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
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Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 09/30/2024

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the toilet room. Corrective action: Paper towels were provided.
8 The handwash sink in the food prep area was blocked by items inside (pail with utensils, dish soap, bleach, plunger, gloves) and not accessible at all times for employee use. Corrective action: Items removed.
13 Uncovered burgers observed in the chest freezer in the retail area. Corrective action: Food covered.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 50 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Concentration was corrected, and proper concentration and strip use were discussed with food employee.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food (deli meats and cheeses), located in the deli case, was not marked with the date it was opened. Corrective action: The four unmarked items were date-marked during the inspection.
26 Rodent bait in a baggy observed on the floor to the right of the reach-in refrigerator in the food prep area. Corrective action: Rodent bait was discarded during the inspection.
37 Food for preparation observed stored in an unprotected area. Unlocked chest freezer is located near gambling machines in retail area. Corrective action: Padlock obtained and placed on freezer door.
41 Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. Cup in sugar.
45 -Display freezer in front of the point-of-sale area is inoperable. -Garbage grinder is inoperable.
45 Cardboard observed in reach-in refrigerator. Note: Surfaces should be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Cleaning required: -Greasy cardboard liners observed on chip rack. -Black residue observed on fan covers in reach-in beverage refrigerator. -Some ice and debris observed in the reach-in freezer in the food prep area. -Some dust and grease observed in fryer cabinet.
53 Cleaning required: -Dead roaches observed on traps in the food prep area. -Couple of old mouse droppings observed on the floor to the right of the reach-in freezer in the food prep area.
53 -Floor tiles missing in food prep area and rear storage area. -Some floor tiles in the food prep area are separating.
53 Mops observed stored directly on the floor rather than elevated.
53 Brooms and dust pans observed stored directly on the floor rather than elevated.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 08/09/2023

41 Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients. Styrofoam cup in sugar.
45 -Cold prep refrigerator is inoperable. -Crack observed in deli case door.
45 Cardboard observed in reach-in refrigerator.
46 Test strips showed a blue color when used to test chlorine concentration. Blue is not a color on the color chart. New test strips are needed.
47 -Greasy cardboard liners observed on chip rack. -Dust grates observed in reach-in beverage refrigerator.
53 -Floor tiles missing in food prep area and rear storage area.
53 Mop observed stored directly on the floor rather than elevated.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 06/30/2023

Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 06/28/2023

8 Container of soap, sponge and pail were observed in the handwashing sink. Corrective action: Instructed the person in charge to remove items from the handwashing sink.
45 -Cold prep refrigerator is inoperable. -Crack observed in deli case door.
46 Test strips showed a blue color when used to test chlorine concentration. Blue is not a color used on the color chart.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 04/13/2023

8 Multiple stoppers, soap and container were observed in the handwashing sink. Handwashing sink must be free and clear for use at all times. Corrective action: Instructed food employee to remove items from the handwashing sink.
14 Some food residue was observed on the blade of the slicer which has not been used since yesterday. Food contact surface is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours. Person in charge was instructed to take the slicer apart and to clean it properly.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 52 to 66 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Per food employee, cold prep unit was unplugged overnight (with food inside) for defrosting. Corrective action: Food employee was instructed to discard all food.
21 Potentially hazardous opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (Cheese and deli meat)
26 Loose rodent bait was observed on the floor behind the reach-in freezer in the food prep area. Person in charge must remove all loose rodent bait. Note: Rodent bait must be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
40 A NSF approved food prep sink that is free-standing, has four legs, a deep basin and a one inch air-gap at the drainage pipe must be provided for washing vegetables used for food prep. Vegetables may be purchased precut or you may apply for a variance.
45 -Bare wood surfaces in the point-of-sale area. -Portion of floor in storage area is bare wood. Note: Surfaces should be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
47 -Greasy cardboard liners observed on the chip racks. -A small amount of debris was observed in the bottom of the reach-in freezer in the food prep area.
53 Floor tiles are missing in the food prep area beneath the fryer and handwashing sink and in the storage area behind the reach-in refrigerators.
53 -Pooled water observed in missing floor tile space in the food prep area. -Very strong odor in the establishment.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 02/13/2023

11 Two gallons of milk with a sell-by-date of 2/9/2023 were observed in the retail area. Corrective action: Items were relocated.
14 A cell phone was observed on the cutting board at the sandwich prep station. Wash, rinse and sanitize the cutting board immediately.
14 The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 200+ ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required. The person in charge was instructed to correct the concentration of the sanitizer.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the establishment. -Mouse feces was observed on the floor in the closet inside of the food prep area and to the right of the reach-in freezer in the food prep area.
40 A NSF approved, free-standing, food prep sink with 4 legs and a one inch air-gap at the drainage pipe is required for establishments washing raw fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in cooked or ready to eat food.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
53 Floor tiles are missing in the food prep area beneath the fryer and handwashing sink and in the storage area behind the reach-in refrigerators.
53 Floor cleaning is needed where mouse feces was observed.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 10/27/2022

20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 46.9 to 47 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Deli meat discarded. Other items were moved to the middle of the case where for was in temperature until the person in charge could move the items to an elevated spot in the cold prep unit to prevent the water running along the bottom of the unit from coming into contact with the meat.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on warewashing sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
40 A NSF approved, free-standing, food prep sink with 4 legs and a one inch air-gap at the drainage pipe is required for establishments washing raw fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in cooked or ready to eat food.
41 Spoon at coffee station observed in murky water at room temperature.
45 Foil observed lining the shelf beneath the table in the food prep area. Note: Surfaces should be durable, smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean.
45 -(Ref. 46.501) Wire rack above the warewashing sink is not NSF approved. -Ends of the deli case are holding food above 41 degrees F. Case is keeping food in the middle in temperature. Note: Do not use the case until it is working properly. -Water observed running from the interior bottom of cold prep unit into a container on the floor.
49 Leak observed at handwashing sink faucet in the food prep area.
53 Some debris observed on the floor beneath the handwashing sink.
53 Floor tiles are missing in the food prep area and the storage area behind the reach-in refrigerators.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 09/22/2022

8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: Soap was provided.
11 Green and rotting potatoes observed in the retail area. Corrective action: Potatoes were discarded during the 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.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the retail area. -Mouse feces was observed on the rack near the toilet room. -A fly was observed in the retail area.
40 A NSF approved, free-standing, food prep sink with 4 legs and a one inch air-gap at the drainage pipe is required for establishments washing raw fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in cooked or ready to eat food.
41 Spoon at coffee station observed in murky water at room temperature.
45 -Foil observed lining the shelf beneath the table in the food prep area. -Bare wood shelf observed beneath the warewashing sinks. Note: Surfaces should be non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 Wire rack above the warewashing sinks is not NSF approved.
47 -Some debris observed on the table beneath the flat grill. -Grease and debris observed on the sides of the food equipment. -Greasy cardboard liners observed on the chip racks.
49 -A leak was observed at the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -A leak was observed at the drainage pipe beneath the warewashing sinks. -Tape observed wrapped around drainage pipe beneath the handwashing sink in the toilet room.
53 -Missing floor tiles observed in the food prep area and storage area behind the reach-in refrigerators. -Mouse feces observed on the floor beneath the rack near the toilet room.
53 Large portion of attached outdoor shed was observed in disrepair.
Alan Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 08/16/2022

1 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. Application provided.
2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of reportable foodborne illnesses. Sample health policy provided.
11 Cream cheese had a spoiled odor and shredded lettuce was brown. Corrective action: Items discarded.
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 The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was greater than 200 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required. Food employee was working on correcting the concentration during the inspection.
20 -Potentially hazardous food was held at 46.9 to 48.7 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. The person in charge was instructed to discard the food. -Lemon juice labeled, "Refrigerate After Open" observed stored on a shelf at 73 degrees F. Corrective action: Disposal initiated during the inspection.
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. Twelve cheeses and deli meats open, but only 5 items observed on the log.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed. Flies were observed in the food prep area.
40 Raw fruits and vegetables used as ingredients in a cooked or ready to eat food were not washed to remove soil or other contaminants prior to use. A food prep sink with a one inch air-gap at the drainage pipe is required.
45 -Paper towels observed lining the shelves in the reach-in freezer. -Foil observed lining the shelf beneath the table in the food prep area. -Bare wood shelf observed beneath the warewashing sinks. Note: Surfaces should be non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 Wire rack above the warewashing sinks is not NSF approved.
47 -Interior of oven observed soiled. -Spill observed in chest freezer.
49 -A leak was observed at the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -A leak was observed at the drainage pipe beneath the warewashing sinks. -Tape observed wrapped around drainage pipe beneath the handwashing sink in the toilet room.
53 Missing floor tiles observed in the food prep area and storage area behind the reach-in refrigerators.
53 -Floor cleaning is need throughout the facility where debris was observed. -Black residue observed at ceiling in closet in the food prep area.
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: 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.
Poin Save Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 07/11/2022

8 Items observed inside of hand washing sink. -Items were removed at the time of inspection.
36 Fly tape observe installed over food items in prep area. -Fly tape was removed and discarded.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed. Flies were observed.
45 -Reach-in freezer and toaster in the food prep area are not ANSI/NSF approved. - Display case condensation is being drained into a bucket.
47 Inside of prep unit is in need of cleaning.
52 Grindable food waste observed inside the trash can.
53 Walls and floors in prep area are in need of cleaning.
53 Damaged floor tiles observed in prep area. Damaged and peeling wall is not smooth and easily cleanable.
54 Light bulbs at exhaust hood were observed all blown out.
No. 1 Point Save Supermarket Inc
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022

1 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. Corrective action: Food safety certified person, E. Nunez, arrived at the end of the inspection.
1 The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation.
2 No food safety certified person present to demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illnesses. Food safety certified person was able to demonstrate knowledge upon his arrival.
6 -Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used. -Warm water for hand-washing is not available in the toilet room. Corrective action: Hot water restored. COS
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: A bottle of dish liquid was supplied.
13 Uncovered food observed in the reach-in freezer in the prep area. Please cover food to prevent contamination and freezer-burn.
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. Corrective action: Slicer was disassembled and cleaning innitiated.
20 -Potentially hazardous food was held at 43.4 to 48.4 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Items above 45 degrees F were discarded. Instructed the person in charge to move other items to a colder refrigerator. -Lemon juice labeled refrigerate after opening was observed at the coffee station. Instructed food employee to refrigerate juice.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the deli case was not marked with the date it was opened. (deli meat, cheeses, salads)
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Front doors observed propped open without screens.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the prep area. Flies were observed.
41 Spoon for stirring coffee was observed in murky water that was 77 degrees F. In use utensils must me stored at a temperature of 41 degrees F and below or 135 degrees F or above.
45 Cutting board at cold prep station observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 -Cold prep refrigerator is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. Discontinue use. -Hood filters are being used improperly. Large gap observed between filter and hood. -Reach-in freezer and toaster in the food prep area are not ANSI/NSF approved.
45 Soiled faux grass observed in the potato and onion bin. Surfaces should be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
47 -Debris and soiled dishes observed in oven. -Debris and spills observed in reach-in freezer in the prep area. Exterior soiled. -Heavy build-up of debris observed on the table beneath the flat grill.
49 Faucet observed dripping at the hand-washing sink in the cold prep area.
49 Hand-washing sink in the toilet room is not dispensing hot water. Note: water at hand-washing sinks should be at least 100 degrees F. Hot water restored.
53 -Soiled floors observed in the food prep area. -Damaged floor tiles observed in storage area.
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: 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. New Owner: Poin Save Supermarket Inc.
Point Save Supermarket
1245 Point Breeze Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146
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