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Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
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Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 07/12/2024

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.
8 The handwash sink in the warewash area area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device. PIC provided towels.
13 Lid observed missing on bulk food container (for bread crumbs) in basement. PIC removed item immediately.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in refrigeration equipment.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
45 -unused 3 compartment sink in basement -damaged chest freezer lid observed in the basement area -gaskets observed defective on prep refrigeration unit in main kitchen (2 doors). -missing fan cover inside reachin refrigerator unit in main kitchen across from dishwasher
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Heavy ice accumulation observed in chest freezer units
Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 04/05/2024

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. Application for City of Philadelphia Food Safety Certificate will be emailed with inspection report.
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the basement front prep area. -person in charge provided soap
14 Chlorine chemical sanitizer residual detected in the final sanitizer rinse cycle of the low temperature sanitizing dishwasher was 0 ppm, and not 50-100 ppm as required. *Orders: Discontinue usage of defective dishwasher immediately until repaired. Wash, rinse and sanitize all utensils in 3 compartment sink
21 Potentially hazardous ready to eat food, prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walkin unit, was not date marked including cut vegetables for salad items.
45 -unused bar equipment observed in basement area including 3 compartment sink -damaged chest freezer lid observed in the basement area -gaskets observed defective on prep refrigeration unit in main kitchen (1 out of 3). -Slow draining handsink in rear area of main kitchen across from dishwasher
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Heavy ice accumulation observed in chest freezer units
53 -observed missing floor tiling on landing from basement leading to 1st floor -observed missing ceiling tile above basement prep area -observed paint chipping on flooring in basement
53 Cleaning equipment observed on flooring in rear storage areas
54 Lighting observed inadequate in main kitchen and on hood unit
Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024

1 Food safety certified person was not present upon arrival for the inspection. NOTE: 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.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food.
45 -unused bar equipment observed in basement area -area that was previously used for prep, in the basement, has unused equipment to include a 3-basin sink -damaged chest freezer lid observed in the basement area -fan in the reach-in refrigerator observed without a cover
Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 09/07/2023

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. Food Safety person arrived in middle of inspection.
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food in basement.
36 Mouse feces observed in basement in chemical storage area and under convection oven in main kitchen, 1st floor.
37 -Observed large quantities of contained food stored directly on flooring inside walkin unit in basement (1 out of 2).
45 -unused bar area equipment observed in basement area. -unused 3 compartment sink in basement prep area. -ice bin at bar on 1st floor observed secured with food service pans
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
47 Heavy ice accumulation observed in multiple chest freezer units
49 Leak observed at pipe under sanitizer basin of 3 compartment sink in main kitchen.
51 Faucet fixture observed loose at handsink in restroom.
53 Cleaning needed throughout facility under equipment along walls and corners. Floors in need of disinfecting in above-mentioned areas where mouse activity is present.
53 Observed some cleaning equipment on flooring in basement and in main kitchen area.
54 Inadequate lighting in basement in front of walkin and 7 light bulbs observed out on hood units.
Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 03/09/2023

8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink behind front bar area. Person in Charge provided towels.
37 -Observed large quantities of contained food stored directly on flooring inside walkin units in basement.
45 -unused bar area equipment observed in basement area.
50 Observed water pooling in large container in basement. Person in Charge removed at time of inspection.
53 Observed some cleaning equipment on flooring in basement storage area.
53 Missing ceiling tile in basement above unused bar area.
54 Hood filters have an accumulation of static dust.
Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 01/26/2023

13 Uncovered food items observed stored in basement walkin unit.
14 Chlorine chemical sanitizer residual detected in the final sanitizer rinse cycle of the low temperature sanitizing dishwasher was 0 ppm, and not 50-100 ppm as required. Orders: Discontinue usage of defective dishwasher immediately and utilize 3 compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize utensils
35 Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food in basement storage areas.
36 -Mouse feces were observed in corners of basement storage areas and under dishwasher in main kitchen
37 -Observed large quantities of contained food stored directly on flooring inside walkin units in basement -Cooling rack in main kitchen shelving is not elevated 6 inches from floor, observed cooked broccoli on shelving
45 -unused bar area equipment observed in basement area. -chest freezer gasket on chest freezer door in basement -dishwasher (main) observed not dispensing proper sanitizer concentration.
53 - Debris observed behind and under equipment in kitchen - Unnecessary clutter in unused bar area in basement from unused equipment - Debris and dust accumulation on flooring surface in unused bar area. - Mouse feces observed behind equipment in basement, and main kitchen floor. *areas must be cleaned and disinfected - Debris under storage racks in basement.
54 Light observed out inside reachin refrigerator unit in main kitchen
Somo
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
Inspection Date: 12/16/2022

6 Food Employee did not follow proper handwashing procedure. Soap and/or warm water not used. - Hot water observed off at hand wash sink in basement prep area.
8 The hand wash sink in the kitchen area was blocked by maintenance tools and not accessible at all times for employee use. * Maintenance tools were removed and properly stored.
8 Soap was not available at the hand wash sink in the basement prep area.
8 Paper towel not observed at the hand wash sink in the basement area.
8 No sign or poster posted at the hand wash sink in the basement area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
8 Hot water observed at 140 degrees at hand wash sink in kitchen area and not at 100-110 as required.- Water is too hot to properly wash hands.
13 Uncovered food items observed stored in unused bar area in basement.
45 - Defective equipment( Grease trap, 3 compartment sink, bar area equipment, observed in basement area. - Chest freezer door observed loose.
47 Food debris observed on bottom surface of walk-in cooler.
48 No hot water available at hand wash sink in basement.
49 The following observations were made: - Hot water pipe to hand wash sink broken in basement. - Pipes dripping water in basement.- Catch bucket observed.
53 Brooms and dust pans observed not properly elevated when not in use. * The person in charge properly stored items.
53 - Debris observed behind and under equipment in kitchen. - Unnecessary clutter in unused bar area in basement. - Debris, dust, and broken plastic on flooring surface in unused bar area. - Old mouse droppings observed behind equipment in basement. - Debris under storage racks in basement.
54 Employee personal items ( Bags and coats) observed stored on pipes, water meter and back flow prevention in basement area and not in designated employee storage area.
Meze Cafe
4311 Main St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127
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