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Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 09/19/2024

4 An open employee's beverage container (bottled water) was observed inside a food preparation area reach-in refrigeration unit. Corrective action : Person in charge removed the open employee's beverage container (bottled water) from the food preparation area reach-in refrigeration unit during inspection.
45 -Bare wood surfaced shelvings inside non operational basement area walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. -Plastic (soda& milk) crates being used for elevation of beverages and other food related items in retail and storage areas.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 2 reach-in freezers (Frigidaire), 5 microwave ovens (Goldstar, Hamilton Beach & Magic chef) in food prep and food storage areas. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1 steam table, 1 roast oven,1 walk-in cooler observed not operational during inspection. -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. -Non food-grade containers (shopping bags) being used for storage of meats inside rear storage reach-in freezers.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Splatter and other debris present on shelvings inside retail area and rear storage room reach-in freezers. -Clutter and debris observed along floor perimeters inside the basement area non operational walk-in cooler. -Debris present on floor perimeter inside the walk-in freezer. -Ice build-up present inside the chest freezer in retail area.
48 Observed low hot & cold water pressure from one of the staff restroom area handwash sink's faucet.
49 No vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on basement area utility (mop) sink's faucet.
49 Observed slow water leaking from underneath the backflow prevention device installed on water main inlet line (after water meter) in basement area during inspection.
51 The men's restroom area door marked "out of service " during inspection.
53 -Cracked floor tiles present in the rear storage room. -Cracked wall tiles over food prep sink in kitchen food preparation area. -Observed holes and gaps in floor / wall junctions inside rear food storage room and retail area.
53 -Grime and debris present along floor perimeters of food preparation area and rear food storage room. -Clutter and debris in general floor perimeter of the basement storage area -Unused equipment: Walk-in cooler, Steam table & sandwich prep unit present in food prep, food storage and basement areas.
53 Brooms and dustpans observed not stored elevated.
Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 09/04/2024

6 Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash.
8 Paper towel not available at handwash sink in the women's area.
14 Observed no chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to storage on the rack.
14 Basement meat prep area bandsaw has an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces and is not being washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every 4 hours.
20 Yassa fish, soup, yassa lamb, yassa chicken and maffe sauce inside a rear storage area reach-in refrigeration unit were held at 48-50 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required.
21 Thiakry (sengalese sour cream) potentially hazardous ready to eat food, prepared in the food facility, located in the storage area reach-in refrigeration unit, observed not date marked.
36 -Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the food preparation and storage areas. -Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed along floor perimeters of the food prep, retail and storage areas. -Mouse droppings on bottom shelving inside the restroom area handwash sink's cabinetry, on bottom shelving of a food prep table and basement step ledge.
37 -Boxed oil, bags of carrots, bags of peanuts,boxes of cabbage and other boxes of food related items are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in food prep and storage areas. - Food related items are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor inside the basement area walk-in cooler.
45 -Bare wood surfaced shelvings inside non operational basement area walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. -Plastic (soda& milk) crates being used for elevation of beverages and other food related items in retail and storage areas.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 2 reach-in freezers (Frigidaire), 3 microwave ovens (Goldstar, Samsung & GE) in food prep and food storage areas. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1 steam table, 1 roast oven,1 walk-in cooler, 1 walk-in cooler observed not operational during inspection. -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. -Non food-grade containers (shopping bags) being used for storage of meats inside rear storage reach-in freezers. -One double sliding doors reach-in refrigeration unit in rear storage area observed 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.
47 -Splatter and other debris present on bottom shelvings inside retail area reach-in refrigeration unit and in rear storage room reach-in freezers. -Debris on door tracks for reach-in refrigeration units in retail and food prep areas. -Clutter and debris observed along floor perimeters inside the basement area non operational walk-in cooler. -Clutter, meat blood and debris present on floor inside the walk-in freezer. -Static dust on fan covers for a food prep area reach-in refrigeration unit. -Mouse droppings and debris on bottom shelving of a food prep table in food preparation area. -Ice build-up present inside the chest freezer in retail area.
47 Grease and static dust accumulation present on some filters under kitchen exhaust hood system.
49 No vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on basement area utility (mop) sink's faucet.
49 Observed slow water leaking from underneath the backflow prevention device installed on water main inlet line (after water meter) in basement area during inspection.
51 -Mouse droppings and debris present on bottom shelving inside the women's restroom area handwash sink's cabinetry. -Static dust accumulation on women's restroom area ventilation fan cover.
51 The men's restroom area door marked "out of order " during inspection.
53 -Cracked floor tiles present in the rear storage room.
53 -Mouse droppings and debris present along floor perimeters of food prep, retail and storage areas. Clutter and debris in general floor perimeters of basement storage area. -Mouse droppings and debris on basement step ledge. -Debris on steps leading into the basement. -Unused equipment: Walk-in cooler, Steam table & sandwich prep unit present in food prep, food storage and basement areas.
53 Brooms and dustpans observed not stored elevated.
53 Mops observed not stored elevated to properly air-dry.
54 Static dust accumulation on food prep area mounted ceiling fan.
Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 06/22/2023

37 Food related items are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor inside the basement area walk-in cooler.
45 -Bare wood surfaced shelvings inside non operational basement area walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. -Plastic (soda) crates being used for elevation of beverages in retail and rear storage areas.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 2 reach-in freezers (Frigidaire), 1 reach-in refrigeration / freezer unit (Frigidaire),1 air fryer (Sharp), 3 microwave ovens (Sharp, Samsung & GE) in food prep and food storage areas. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1 steam table, 1 roast oven,1 walk-in cooler, 1 walk-in freezer observed not operational during inspection. -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. -Non food-grade containers (shopping bags) being used for storage of meats inside a rear storage reach-in freezer.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Splatter and other debris present on bottom shelvings inside retail area reach-in refrigeration unit and in a rear storage room reach-in freezer. -Debris observed along floor perimeters inside the basement area non operational walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. -Static dust on fan covers for a food prep area reach-in refrigeration unit.
47 Grease and static dust accumulation present on some filters under kitchen exhaust hood system.
53 -Damaged wall surfaces in rear food storage area. -Unfinished gypsum walls in basement storage area. -A hole present in wall by bottom steps leading into the basement. -Water-stained / damaged ceiling tiles observed by restroom areas.
53 -Clutter, grimes, grease and debris present along floor perimeters of food prep ,rear food storage and basement areas. -Debris on steps leading into the basement. Unused equipment: Walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, reach-in freezer, Steam table & sandwich prep unit present in food prep, food storage and basement areas.
53 Brooms and dustpans observed not stored elevated.
54 Static dust accumulation present on ceiling ventilation covers by restroom area.
Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 06/07/2023

4 An open employee's beverage containers (bottled water) observed inside a retail area chest freezer. Corrective action : Person in charge removed all open employee's beverage containers (bottled water) from the retail area chest freezer during inspection.
8 Paper towels not available at the handwash sinks in the men and women's restroom areas. Corrective action : Person in charge provided paper towels to handwash sinks in the men and women's restroom areas prior to completion of inspection.
14 Basement area band saw 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 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (platters of soup and other cooked items), prepared in the food facility, located inside reach-in refrigeration units and reach-in freezer in food prep and rear storage areas, observed not date marked.
36 -Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (mouse droppings) observed along floor perimeters of retail area (under and between shelvings). - Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the food prep area and rear storage room.
37 Bags of food related items are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in basement storage area.
45 -Bare wood surfaced shelvings inside non operational basement area walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. -Plastic (soda) crates being used for elevation of beverages in retail and rear storage areas.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 2 reach-in freezers (Frigidaire), 1 reach-in refrigeration / freezer unit (Frigidaire),1 air fryer (Sharp), 3 microwave ovens (Sharp, Samsung & GE) in food prep and food storage areas. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1 steam table, 1 roast oven,1 walk-in cooler, 1 walk-in freezer observed not operational during inspection. -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. -Non food-grade containers (shopping bags) being used for storage of meats inside a rear storage reach-in freezer.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Food debris, splatter, and other debris present on bottom shelvings inside reach-in refrigeration units and reach-in freezers. -Debris observed along floor perimeters inside the basement area non operational walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. -Debris inside door tracks for a retail area reach-in refrigeration unit. -Static dust on fan covers for a food prep area reach-in refrigeration unit. -Mouse droppings and debris present on bottom shelvings of food prep area table stands and retail area shelvings.
47 Grease and static dust accumulation present on filters under kitchen exhaust hood system.
51 Debris present along floor perimeter inside the women's restroom area.
53 -Damaged wall surfaces in rear food storage area. -Unfinished gypsum walls in basement storage area. -A hole present in wall by bottom steps leading into the basement. -Water-stained / damaged ceiling tiles observed by restroom areas.
53 -Mouse droppings and debris present along floor perimeter of retail area. -Clutter, grimes,, grease and debris present along floor perimeters of food prep ,rear food storage and basement areas. -Debris on steps leading into the basement. Unused equipment: Walk in cooler, walk-in freezer, reach-in freezer, Steam table & sandwich prep unit present in food prep, food storage and basement areas.
53 Brooms and dustpans observed not stored elevated.
53 Observed mops in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 05/18/2022

4 Opened employee's beverage containers was observed in a retail area chest freezer. Corrective action : Person in charge removed all opened employee's beverage containers from the retail area chest freezer during inspection.
45 -Bare wood surfaced platforms being used for elevation of microwave ovens in food prep area. -Plastic (soda) crates being used for elevation of beverages in retail and.
45 - Non ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 2 reach-in freezers (Frigidaire), 1 reach-in refrigeration / freezer unit (Frigidaire), 2 microwave ovens (Sharp & GE) in food prep and food storage areas. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1, reach-in freezer, 1 steamtable, 1 roast oven,1 walk-in cooler, 1 walk-in freezer observed not operational during inspection. -Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. -Non food-grade containers (shopping bags) being used for storage of meats inside a rear storage reach-in freezer.
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Food and other debris present on bottom shelvings inside reach-in refrigeration units and reach-in freezers. -Debris observed along floor perimeters inside the basement area non operational walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer.
53 Damaged wall surfaces in rear food storage area.
53 -Debris present along floor perimeters of rear food storage and basement areas. -Debris on steps leading into the basement. Unused equipment: Walk in cooler, walk-in freezer, reach-in freezer, Steam table & sandwich prep unit present in food prep, food storage and basement areas.
53 Mop observed not stored elevated to properly air dry in basement area.
Adja Binta Wholesale Food Market
5100 Frankford Ave 5100-2
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Inspection Date: 05/03/2022

8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the food prep area to remind food employees to wash their hands. Corrective action : Handwash reminder sign was posted at food prep area handwash sink prior to completion of inspection.
14 Bandsaw /meat saw 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 Containers of cooked rice, chicken, lamb and sauces prepared in the food facility, located in the food prep area reach-in refrigeration units, observed not date marked.
34 Thermometers for ensuring proper temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible inside reach-in refrigeration units.
34 Thermometer for ensuring proper internal temperatures of food are not available or readily accessible in the food prep area.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (Mouse droppings) observed in along floor perimeters of retail, and food prep areas and on food prep sink's drain board.
36 Insect control device (ceiling mounted fly glue strips) located in food prep and rear storage areas with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils.
45 -Bare wood surfaced platforms being used for elevation of microwave ovens in food prep area. -Plastic (soda) crates being used for elevation of beverages in retail and.
45 Non-ANSI / NSF approved microwave ovens (Sharp & GE) in food prep area. -One cold-prep refrigeration unit, 1, reach-in freezer, 1 steamtable, 1 roast oven,1 walk-in cooler, 1 walk-in freezer observed not operational during inspection. -Broken door hinges observed on a rear food storagearea reach-in freezer. .
46 Food facility lacks quarternary ammonium compound sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Food and other debris present on bottom shelvings inside reach-in refrigeration units and reach-in freezers. -Food and other debris observed inside door tracks for reach-inrefrigeration unit in food prep area -Mouse droppings on drian board for food preparation sink. -Clutter and debris observed inside the basement area non operational walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer.
51 No covers present on restroom area ceiling ventilation fan fixtures .
51 -Damaged floor / wall junction inside the men'srestroom area. -Debris observed along floor perimeters inside the restroom areas.
53 -Debris, mouse droppings, grease and grimes present along floor perimeters of food prep , retail, rear food storage and basement areas. Unused equipment: Walk in cooler, walk-in freezer, Reach-in freezer, Steam table & sandwich prep unit present in food prep , food storage and basement areas.
53 -Damaged wall surfaces in rear food storage area. -Floor surfaces in rear storage area observed not smooth/easily cleanable. -A cove finish observed lacking in rear storage area.
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