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Elvis Food Market II
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
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Elvis Food Market II
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 01/15/2025

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: Certificate was retrieved from another location.
1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code. -Person in charge set up the warewashing sinks incorrectly. -Person in charge did not demonstrate proper warewashing. -Person in charge wiped the utensil with a dish cloth after sanitizing.
2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that require employee exclusion. Please refer to sample health policy emailed with 10/16/2024 report.
8 Owner observed rinsing coffee spoon at the handwahsing sink.
11 Budding potatoes observed in storage bin in the retail area.
14 Cell phone observed on slicer.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 42.8 to 48.9 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Cut melon below 45 degrees F was moved to the back of the open display case. Items above 45 in the closed display case were discarded. Non-dairy items below 45 degrees F were moved to a colder unit. Cold prep refrigerator temperature was adjusted and went down.
21 Opened potentially hazardous commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (deli meat and cheeses)
34 -Probe thermometer required. -Thermometers were not observed in some refrigeration units.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper equipment temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly in closed display/deli case.
36 Basement outer openings in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. -Basement door has a hole where the knob/handle should be. -Open basement window with broken screen.
37 Food observed stored in an unapproved area. Bottled beverages observed stored beneath sewage pipe.
39 Sponges observed in the food prep area being used to clean food contact surfaces.
41 Spoon for coffee observed in standing water.
45 Bare wood racks and shelving units observed in the retail area and basement. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Custom exhaust hood. -Crates used to elevate items. -Racks in the closed display case have rust spots and areas where the coating is chipping. -(Ref. 46.501) Exhaust hood and drying rack are not NSF/ANSI approved.
45 -Cold prep refrigerator and closed display case are holding food above 41 degrees F. -(Ref. 46.501) Drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved.
46 Food facility lacks correct sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. Quaternary ammonia test strips are needed for the tablets that are in use.
46 Stoppers used for warewashing sinks are malfunctioning and need to be replaced.
47 -Plastic packing tape observed on the sinks and hood in the food prep area.
49 A backflow prevention device was not observed at the main water line.
49 Observed large open sewer pipe with a plastic bag over it in the basement near the mop sink.
51 Toilet room door is not self-closing.
52 A small trash receptacle is needed for the disposal of paper towels near the handwashing sink in the food prep area.
53 Unfinished basement used for the storage of uncovered beverages.
53 Debris observed on basement floor behind shelving.
54 Lighting intensity in the the toilet room is inadequate. Lighting intensity above a handwashing sink should be at least 220 lux (20 foot candles).
58 A completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, 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 Philadelphia website: https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-license/business-licenses/food-businesses/change-ownership-of-a-stationary-food-business/ 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, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153. * Food prep area was moved to the very rear of the building where the storage room was once located. * Custom exhaust hood install in the food prep area after 10/16/2024 inspection. No documentation that it is NSF approved.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. (citation)
Elvis Food Market II
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 10/16/2024

2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that require employee exclusion. Sample health policy emailed with this report.
6 A food employee was observed washing their hands at the warewashing sink rather than the designated handwash sink.
8 A pineapple and a container with wiping cloths was observed in the handwash sink in the food prep area. Note: Handwashing sinks must be accessible at all times for employee use. Food should never come into contact with the handwashing sink or the warewashing sink.
11 Rotting, budding potatoes observed in storage bin in the retail area. Corrective action: PIC observed going through potato bin to remove rotting food.
13 Eggs were observed stored above cheese in the closed display case. Note: Animal foods may not be stored above ready-to-eat food.
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. Person in charge (PIC) stated that the slicer is not in use because it is broken. -Soiled slicer part observed stored on the drying rack above the warewashing sink. -Water bottle observed stored on slicer. Corrective action: PIC instructed to wash, rinse, sanitize and air-dry the items.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions.
20 -Potentially hazardous food was held at 42.8 to 47 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Cut melon below 45 degrees F was moved to the back of the open display case and items above 45 degrees F were discarded. -Milk and cheese held at 50 to 53.4 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Milk recently delivered was moved from the front of the open display case to a colder refrigerator and cheese was discarded.
21 Opened potentially hazardous commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (cheeses)
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: Chemical relocated during the inspection.
34 -Probe thermometer required. -Thermometers were not observed in some refrigeration units.
36 Basement outer openings in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Basement door observed propped open.
37 Food observed stored in an unapproved area. Bottle beverages observed stored beneath sewage pipe.
37 Splashguards are needed between the food prep sink and warewashing sink and between the food prep sink and handwashing sink. (Both sides of the food prep sink.)
41 Spoon for coffee observed in standing water.
45 Bare wood racks and shelving units observed in the retail area and basement. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Incorrectly installed exhaust hood observed in the food prep area. -Cold prep refrigerator and two open display cases observed holding food above 41 degrees F. Note: A plastic curtain may be required at the rear open display case where milk and beverages labeled, "Keep Refrigerated" are stored. -Reach-in freezer in the food prep area is inoperable. -Reach-in refrigerator in the retail area is inoperable. -Space observed in exhaust hood filters. -Cooking equipment is too close to the edge of the hood rather than 6 inches within the interior edge of hood. -(Ref. 46.501) Drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. Quaternary ammonia test strips are needed for the tablets in use.
46 Stoppers used for warewashing sinks are malfunctioning and need to be replaced.
47 -Plastic packing tape observed on the sinks in the food prep area. -Some debris observed beneath the cooking equipment.
49 A backflow prevention device was not observed at the main water line.
49 -Observed large open sewer pipe with a plastic bag over it in the basement near the mop sink. -Faucet at the warewashing sink is loose.
51 Toilet room door is not self-closing.
53 Unfinished basement used for the storage of uncovered beverages.
53 Mop observed stored in a 5-gallon container of water.
53 -Accumulation of grease on basement floor beneath the old water heater. -Debris observed on basement floor behind shelving. -Dead cockroach observed on basement floor.
54 Lighting intensity in the the toilet room is inadequate. Lighting intensity above a handwashing sink should be at least 220 lux (20 foot candles).
58 A completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, 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 Philadelphia website: https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-license/business-licenses/food-businesses/change-ownership-of-a-stationary-food-business/ 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, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153. Food prep area was moved to the very rear of the building where the storage room was once located.
59 Prior to the start of renovations a completed Plan Review Application with proper plans, drawn to scale, 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 Philadelphia website: https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-license/business-licenses/food-businesses/change-ownership-of-a-stationary-food-business/ 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, 7801 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19153. Unapproved exhaust hood/installation observed in the food prep area.
Elvis Food Market II
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 07/23/2024

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. FSC Person, Julian Tavarez Pena arrived with a Department certificate during the inspection.
2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that require employee exclusion.
8 Paper towels were not available at the handwashing sink in the food prep area. Corrective action: Paper towels provided.
8 A large water ice container filled with water was observed in the handwashing sink. Note: The handwashing sink must be available for employee use at all times. Corrective action: Item removed.
11 Molding tomatoes observed in the closed display case in the food prep area. Corrective action: Tomatoes discarded.
13 -Open bag of sugar observed in the food prep area. -Uncovered sandwich steaks observed stored in the chest freezer.
13 Chemicals observed stored in the food prep sink. Corrective action: Sink was cleaned 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. -Wiping cloth used to wipe hands observed on the slicer.
14 The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 100 to 200 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required. Corrective action: Water was added to the solution.
20 -Potentially hazardous food was held at 47.4 to 49.7 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Items discarded. -Cheese and eggs held at 46.5 to 60 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Items below 50 degrees were moved to a colder unit.
21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the deli case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (deli meat and cheeses) Corrective action: Items discarded.
34 -Probe thermometer required. -Thermometers were not observed in some refrigeration units.
36 Rear and basement outer openings in the food facility do not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Gap observed beneath door in food prep area. Gap observed at the top of the door in the basement and hole observed where doorknob is missing.
37 Splashguards are needed between the food prep sink and warewashing sink and between the food prep sink and handwashing sink.
37 -Food observed stored in an unapproved area. Open food for preparation was observed stored in a freezer in the retail area. Open water ice containers observed stored in the reach-in freezer in the retail area. -Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the retail area. (onions, plantains)
41 Spoon for coffee observed in standing water.
45 -Reach-in freezer in the food prep area is inoperable. -(Ref. 46.501) Drying rack is not NSF/ANSI approved. -Deli case and food prep refrigerator are holding food above 41 degrees F. -Space observed in exhaust hood filters. -Cooking equipment is too close to the edge of the hood rather than 6 inches within the interior edge of hood.
45 Bare wood racks and shelving units observed in the retail area and basement. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
46 Clear space on drying rack for drying equipment and dishes.
47 -Plastic packing tape observed on the sinks in the food prep area. -Some debris observed beneath the cooking equipment. -Accumulation of ice observed in the chest freezers in the retail area.
49 A backflow prevention device was not observed at the main water line.
49 Water heater observed leaking onto basement floor.
51 Toilet room is not self-closing.
53 -Unfinished basement used for the storage of uncovered beverages. -Light switch plate is missing in the food prep area.
53 Mop observed not elevated/hanging to facilitate drying.
53 Broom observed stored on the floor rather than elevated.
54 Lights in the food prep area are not shielded from breakage.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 10/10/2023

11 Spoiled deli meat was observed inside deli case. Note: Meat was discarded at time of inspection.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the retail area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on counter and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Crates being used for storage, (Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: fryer and drying rack racks in food prep area Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 Microwave is not NSF approved. (employee use)
45 *Gasket in disrepair on door of reach-in refrigerator in the rear storage area *Door handle broken on reach-in refrigerator door in rear storage area *Rust observed on interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear *noperable chest freezer observed in the retail area.
47 Grease observed on the bottom of cooking equipment, dust observed on retail shelves and inside crates used for storage. Cleaning needed.
48 Hot water delay observed at sink in food prep area.
52 Unlidded trash observed in food prep area.
53 *Rear storage area observed with damaged floor tiles. *Porous ceiling observed throughout facility *Utility penetrations not sealed. *Damaged wall observed in storage area behind inoperable water ice freezer)
53 Additional cleaning issues: *Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks * water stained ceiling tiles observed in the retail and point-of-sale areas *Dead cockroach observed on ceiling above cold prep unit
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 09/25/2023

8 The food facility does not have a handwash sink conveniently located near the water ice freezer in the front retail area.
13 Uncovered food observed in the chest freezer. Person in charge instructed to take immediate corrective action.
14 -Slicer not used since yesterday was observed with food residue on the food contact surfaces (food pusher/pusher plate) and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours. Proper cleaning of the slicer was explained to the person in charge, but a paper towel was still observed in use for cleaning. -Fly swatters were observed stored on the wire drying rack with food containers.
14 Wiping cloths observed stored in chlorine sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration greater than 200 ppm rather than 50 to 100 ppm.
15 Per food employee, deli meat and cheese observed in the deli case without date-marking is to be returned for credit. Note: Items for credit should not be stored in the deli case on the shelf with food for prep or sale. It must be separated and/or labeled "DO NOT SELL" or "DO NOT USE".
21 Potentially hazardous, opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the deli case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (deli meat and cheeses)
26 Loose rodent bait was observed in the basement. Torn packages of poison and gnawed plastic baggies with remnants of poison were observed on basement floor. Note: Poison must be contained in covered, tamper-resistant bait stations.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on slicer and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Crates being used for storage. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Flat grill observed slightly outside of the exhaust hood. -Gasket in disrepair on door of reach-in refrigerator in the rear storage area. -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in refrigerator door in rear storage area. -Rust observed on interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Inoperable open display case observed in the retail area. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: fryer and wire racks in food prep area.
45 Microwave is not NSF approved. (employee use)
47 Cleaning issues: -Crates within the establishment are soiled. -Grease observed on the bottom of cooking equipment. -Accumulation of ice and debris observed in chest freezer in the rear. -Soiled beverage holders observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
49 Air-gap between drainage pipe and catch-basin should be at least one inch.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
51 Heavily soiled light-switch plate observed in the toilet room.
52 Garbage observed stored in the rear food storage area rather than away from food.
52 Garbage cans with tight-fitting lids are required for trash disposal.
53 -Rear storage area is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. -Gaps observed in floor/wall junctures need to be sealed. (i.e. space observed behind water ice freezer.)
53 Broom and dust pan observed stored on the floor rather than hanging.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks. -Spatters observed on exterior and interior of toilet room door and on door leading to rear storage area. -Dead cockroaches and bags from rodent poison observed on the floor in the basement -Stained ceiling tiles observed in the retail and point-of-sale areas.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. (Citation issued.)
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 07/21/2023

21 Opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the deli case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (Ham) Corrective action: Ham date-marked during the inspection.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Gap observed at the bottom of the side entry door in the rear.
43 Ensure that plastic forks and spoons are inverted to prevent hand contact with the mouth and food contact surfaces of the utensils. Employees' hands should only come in contact with the handles of the utensils.
45 -Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean. -Cardboard observed on shelf in reach-in refrigerator.
45 -Gasket in disrepair on door of reach-in refrigerator in the rear storage area. -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in refrigerator door in rear storage area. -Rust observed on interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Inoperable open display case. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
45 Microwave is not NSF approved. (employee use)
47 Cleaning issues: -Crates within the establishment are soiled. -Grease observed on the bottom of cooking equipment. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezer in the rear. -Soiled beverage holders observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Catch-basin beneath food prep sink is overflowing during use of sink.
49 Air-gap between drainage pipe and catch-basin should be at least one inch.
51 Soiled light-switch plate observed in the toilet room.
53 -Rear storage area is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. -Damaged wall behind the chest freezer in the rear storage area. -Damaged floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.(unpainted area)
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and on door leading to rear storage area. -A few dead cockroaches observed on the floor in the basement and some debris observed on the floor behind the storage racks. -Stained ceiling tiles observed in the retail and point-of-sale areas.
53 Mop observed stored in ringer rather than hanging to facilitate drying.
54 Accumulation of static dust and grease were observed inside of the hood through the opening in the hood filters.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 07/18/2023

8 The food facility does not have a handwash sink conveniently located near the water ice freezer.
14 Fly swatter observed lying on the food prep sink. Corrective action: Fly swatter was removed and sink was washed and sanitized.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the establishment. The following was observed. -Flies observed on the bottom shelf in the reach-in refrigerator in the rear storage area. -Ants in rear storage area near rear door and on wall behind the chest freezer in the rear. -Flies observed in the facility. (basement, prep area and retail area)
36 Outer openings in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. -Opening observed in basement exterior door. -Door-sweep needed at the rear door where gap was observed at the bottom.
45 Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Gasket in disrepair on door of reach-in refrigerator in the rear storage area. -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in refrigerator door in rear storage area. -Rust observed on interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Tape observed on kick-plate at bottom of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -Inoperable open display case. -Reach-in freezer in the retail area is inoperable. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
45 Microwave is not NSF approved. (employee use)
47 Cleaning issues: -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Grease observed on the bottom of cooking equipment. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezer in the rear. -Ice and debris observed in chest freezer in the front retail area. -Soiled beverage holders observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -Dust observed on shelves in the retail area.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Catch-basin beneath food prep sink is overflowing during use of sink. -Toilet room sink is becoming detached from wall.
51 -Soiled light-switch plate observed in the toilet room. -Debris on toilet room floor.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and on door leading to rear storage area. -Debris, water and sticky substance observed on basement floor. -Debris observed on the floor in the rear storage area at floor perimeters and around the refrigeration equipment. -Weeds observed growing through basement floor.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damaged wall behind the chest freezer in the rear storage area. -Damaged floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. -Large hole in the ceiling in the rear storage area. -Weeds growing through basement floor.
54 Accumulation of static dust and grease were observed in hood through the opening in the hood filter.
54 Inadequate lighting in the rear storage area and basement.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 07/14/2023

20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 49.8 to 50.4 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Food was discarded. Eggs were moved to a colder unit.
26 Chemicals were stored above or on the same shelf with pet food in the retail area. Corrective action: Items rearranged.
26 Employee medicines and personal hygiene products stored in the food prep area near on the prep table near the slicer rather than being stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment or utensils.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the establishment. The following was observed. -Dead mouse on floor in rear storage area. -Flies in refrigerator on employees carrots. -Ants in rear storage area. -Flies observed in the facility.
36 Front outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Door observed propped open without a screen. (Air conditioner down.)
37 Flies observed on a bag of carrots in the reach-in refrigerator in the rear.
45 Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in refrigerator door in rear storage area. -Deli case had an ambient temperature of 51 degrees F during the inspection. -Reach-in refrigerator in rear storage area and retail area are holding food at 44.6 to 52 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below. -Rust observed on interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Tape observed on kick-plate at bottom of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -Inoperable open display case. -Reach-in freezer in the retail area was recently serviced and has not reached the appropriate temperature. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
45 Microwave is not NSF approved. (employee use)
47 Cleaning issues: -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Grease observed on the bottom of cooking equipment. -Accumulation of ice observed in chest freezer in the rear. -Ice and debris observed in chest freezer in the front retail area. -Soiled beverage holders observed in the reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Catch-basin beneath food prep sink is overflowing during use of sink. -Toilet room sink is becoming detached from wall.
51 Soiled light-switch plate observed in the toilet room.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damaged wall behind the chest freezer in the rear storage area. -Damaged floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. -Large hole in the ceiling in the rear storage area. -Weeds growing through basement floor.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and on door leading to rear storage area. -Debris, water and sticky substance observed on basement floor. -Debris observed on the floor in the rear storage area at floor perimeters and around the refrigeration equipment. -Weeds observed growing through basement floor.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 06/09/2023

2 Food safety certified (FSC) person on site today could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable. Corrective action: Written policy provided by the person in charge (PIC) was discussed with the FSC person/PIC.
15 Food set aside for credit was observed in the deli case without labeling. Corrective action: Food discarded.
26 Loose packet of rodent bait observed on floor in basement and on floor in the food prep area. Corrective action: Items discarded.
37 Empty, soiled condiment squeeze bottles observed on the storage shelf in the food prep area. Clean or discard bottles immediately.
45 Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in freezer door. -Rust observed on interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Tape observed on kick-plate at bottom of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -Inoperable open display case. -Freezer shelf in disrepair in the retail area. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
47 Cleaning issues: -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Grease observed at the bottom of the table top fryer.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Toilet room sink is detached from the wall.
51 Soiled light-switch plate observed in the toilet room.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. (i.e. hole in floor around pipe near the cold prep unit). -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damaged floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. -Large hole in the ceiling in the rear storage area.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and door leading to rear storage area. -Debris, water and sticky substance observed on basement floor. -Debris observed on the floor in the rear storage area at floor perimeters and around the refrigeration equipment. -Dead cockroaches observed on basement floor. -Weeds observed growing through basement floor.
54 Inadequate lighting in the rear storage area.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 06/05/2023

11 Shriveled, budding potatoes observed in the retail area. Corrective action: Potatoes discarded during the inspection.
14 Wiping cloths observed stored in sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration of 0 to 50 ppm.
20 Deli meat, bacon, tuna salad were held at 45.4 to 46 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Deli meats, sausage and bacon were moved to colder unit in the rear storage area. Eggs were moved to colder unit in the retail area. Tuna salad was discarded.
45 Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Closed display case and cold prep refrigerator are holding food above 41 degrees F and should not be used until it can hold food at the proper temperature. -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in freezer door. -Rust observed interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Tape observed on kick-plate at bottom of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -Inoperable open display case. -Freezer shelf in disrepair in the retail area. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
46 No area observed for drying dishes and equipment.
46 Food facility does not have quaternary ammonia sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Cleaning issues: -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Grease observed at the bottom of the table top fryer.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Toilet room sink is detached from the wall.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. (i.e. hole in floor around pipe near the cold prep unit). -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damage floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. -Large hole in the ceiling in the rear storage area.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeter beneath the warewashing sinks. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and door leading to rear storage area. -Debris, water and sticky substance observed on basement floor. -Debris observed on the floor in the rear storage area at floor perimeters and around the refrigeration equipment. -Dead cockroaches observed on basement floor. -Weeds observed growing through basement floor.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 04/17/2023

8 Dishes observed in the handwashing sink. Corrective action: Items removed.
13 Raw eggs were observed stored above ready-to-eat food in the cold-prep refrigerator. Note: Raw animal products cannot be stored near or above ready-to-eat food.
14 The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Sanitarian observed accumulation of tablet residue in one area of the basin. Sanitarian requested that the solution be mixed. After mixing, solution concentration was correct.
20 Eggs and cheese were held at 48.7 to 50 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Items were discarded. Note: Do not store items above the containers in the top of the cold prep unit. *******All other potentially hazardous food must be kept at 41 degrees F or lower.*******
26 Rodent bait observed in plastic bags in the toilet room (hole in wall), retail area (behind chip rack) and in the basement. Note: Rodent bait must be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Openings in basement door.
42 A splash-guard is needed between the sanitizer compartment and handwashing sink in the food prep area.
45 Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in freezer door. -Rust observed interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -Tape observed on kick-plate at bottom of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
46 No area observed for drying dishes and equipment.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Cleaning issues: -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Food debris observed in reach-in freezer in rear storage area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Toilet room sink is becoming detached from the wall.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. (i.e. hole in floor around pipe near the cold prep unit). -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damage floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean.
53 Mop not elevated to facilitate drying.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeters in the food prep area. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and door leading to rear storage area. -Debris, water and sticky substance observed on basement floor. -Old mouse feces on ledge beneath chip rack in near point-of-sale entrance. -Debris observed on the floor in the rear storage area at floor perimeters and around the refrigeration equipment.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 03/10/2023

4 Food employee observed eating food in the food prep area.
8 Dishes observed in the handwashing sink. Corrective action: Items removed.
13 Uncovered burgers were observed in the reach-in freezer in the rear. Instructed the person in charge to cover the burgers.
14 -Wiping cloths observed stored on food prep sink rather than in sanitizer solution. -The quaternary ammonia concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay warewash sink was 0 to 100 ppm, rather than 200 to 400 ppm as stated on the manufacturer's use directions. Corrective action: Sanitarian observed accumulation of tablet residue in one area of the basin. Sanitarian requested that the solution be mixed. After mixing, solution concentration was correct.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 46.2 to 48 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Tomatoes, mayo, fries and lettuce was discarded.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Issues listed below: -Sunlight observed coming through gap at bottom of rear door. -Openings in basement door. -Hole in floor near rear door.
37 Prepackaged food observed stored beneath an open ceiling in the basement.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 -Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 -Cold prep refrigerator is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. -Open display case is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. -Opening observed in the exhaust hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in freezer door. -Rust observed interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area. -Tape observed on kick-plate at bottom of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
46 No area observed for drying dishes and equipment.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Cleaning issues: -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Food debris observed in reach-in freezer in rear storage area. -Interior and exterior of refrigerator and freezer in the rear storage area soiled.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Toilet room sink is becoming detached from the wall.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. (i.e. hole in floor around pipe near the cold prep unit). -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damage floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. -Open ceiling tile observed near entry door.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Floors observed soiled throughout. Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeters in the food prep area. -Spatters observed on exterior of toilet room door and door leading to rear storage area. -Debris, water and grease observed on basement floor.
Los Materos Food Market Inc
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 01/30/2023

2 Food safety certified person could not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the foodborne illnesses deemed reportable or the symptoms that would require employee exclusion. Sample health policy was emailed with the inspection report.
8 No soap and paper towels observed at the handwashsing sink in the toilet room.
8 The handwash sink in the food prep area was blocked by a crate with a pillow and not accessible at all times for employee use. Corrective action: Crate was relocated.
13 Several raw animal foods were stored above ready to eat foods in the cold prep refrigerator. Raw eggs and pooled eggs observed stored above the onions, tomatoes and peppers in the cold prep unit. Corrective action: Eggs were relocated.
14 No sanitizer was available for sanitizing dishes and equipment. Corrective action: Sanitarian pulled bleach for sanitizing food contact surfaces from the retail area and taught the person in charge how to use it.
14 Wiping cloths observed stored in sanitizer bucket with sanitizer concentration of 0 ppm.
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. Please clean and sanitize the slicer immediately.
20 Potentially hazardous food was held at 44.6 to 50 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrective action: Food relocated during the inspection. Tomatoes, mayo and cut lettuce were discarded.
21 Potentially hazardous opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the deli case, was not marked with the date it was opened. (deli meat)
26 Employee medicines observed stored in the food prep area, and were not stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment or utensils. Instructed the person in charge to set up a storage space for employee personal items.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Issues below: -Sunlight observed coming through gap at bottom of rear door. -Openings in basement door. -Hole in floor near rear door.
41 Spoon for stirring coffee at the coffee station observed in murky water that was 75.4 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or higher at all times.
45 -Cold prep refrigerator is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. -Open display case is not holding food at 41 degrees F or below. -Opening observed in the exhause hood where a filter should be. -Door handle broken on reach-in freezer door. -Rust observed interior of reach-in refrigerator in rear. -(Ref. 46.501) The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: reach-in freezer (Whirlpool) in the rear, fryer, wire racks in food prep area.
45 -Cardboard observed lining the table beneath the flat grill and the fryers. -Cardboard lining the shelf beneath the table holding the fryer. -Soda crates being used to elevate food and equipment. Note: Surfaces should be durable, non-absorbent, smooth and easy to clean.
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
46 No area observed for drying dishes and equipment.
46 Warewashing sinks not clean to sight and touch. Hair and other debris observed floating in recently filled sink.
47 Cleaning issues: -Heavily soiled cardboard observed beneath the flat grill, fryer and shelf beneath the table. -Soiled paper towels and food debris observed beneath the flat grill. -Food debris observed beneath the door of the cold prep unit. -All crates within the establishment are soiled. -Heavily soiled cardboard liners observed on the chip rack. -Food debris observed in reach-in freezer in rear storage area. -Interior and exterior of refrigerator and freezer in the rear storage area soiled.
49 -Extremely fast leak observed at the base of the faucet of the handwashing sink in the food prep area. -Toilet room sink is becoming detached from the wall.
49 Approved back flow prevention device not installed on the main water line in basement area.
51 Light switch plate in the toilet room observed soiled.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Walls in the food prep area observed with grease and food spatters. -Floors observed soiled throughout. Grime/build-up observed at floor perimeters in the food prep area. -Debris, water and grease observed on basement floor.
53 -Ceiling tiles in the rear storage area observed stained and some are missing. -Rear storage area and toilet room is missing floor tiles. -Utility penetrations not sealed. (i.e. hole in floor around pipe near the cold prep unit). -Large hole in the toilet room wall. -Damage floor tile observed throughout the establishment. -Ceiling above the cold prep refrigerator is not smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. -Exposed insulation observed at a ceiling tile in the food prep area.
53 Broom & dust pan observed stored on the floor rather than elevated.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
Moe Moe's Grocery Store
1939 S 19th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
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