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Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 04/23/2025

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
45 Crates used to support beverages in the storage.
45 Missing electrical outlet cover observed in the storage.
47 Cardboard lining observed on the shelves in the refrigerator.
51 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in restroom -Missing floor-wall base coving in the bathroom -Bathroom sink not properly sealed to the wall -Dusty vent observed in the bathroom
53 Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the storage.
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
54 Defective light bulbs observed in the storage.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 03/17/2025

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
47 Cardboard lining observed on the shelves in the refrigerator.
51 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in restroom -Missing floor-wall base coving in the bathroom -Bathroom sink not properly sealed to the wall -Dusty vent observed in the bathroom
53 Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the storage.
53 -Water-stained ceiling tiles observed throughout the facility. -Damaged wall observed in the storage. -Gap observed between ceiling and wall in storage
54 Defective light bulbs observed in the storage.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 02/27/2025

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
47 Cardboard lining observed on the shelves in the refrigerator.
51 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in restroom -Missing floor-wall base coving in the bathroom -Bathroom sink not properly sealed to the wall
53 Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the storage.
53 -Water-stained ceiling tiles observed throughout the facility. -Damaged wall observed in the storage. -Gap observed between ceiling and wall in storage
54 Defective light bulbs observed in the storage.
74 The establishment was selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. Ticket# 6468471-2 was issued
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 01/13/2025

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
36 A cat was observed in the facility at time of inspection.
37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
47 Cardboard lining observed on the shelves in the refrigerator.
51 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in restroom -Missing floor-wall base coving in the bathroom
53 Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the storage.
53 -Water-stained ceiling tiles observed throughout the facility. -Damaged wall observed in the storage. -Gap observed between ceiling and wall in storage
53 Mop and brooms were not properly elevated in the facility at time of inspection.
54 Defective light bulbs observed in the storage.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 11/26/2024

34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food were not available or readily accessible.
37 Beverages were not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
47 Cardboard lining observed on the shelves in the refrigerator.
51 The bathroom door was not self-closing.
51 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor in restroom -Missing floor-wall base coving in the bathroom -Dusty vent in bathroom
53 Missing floor-wall base coving observed in the storage.
53 Dust and dirt observed under the shelves throughout the facility.
53 -Water-stained ceiling tiles observed in the storage. -Damaged wall observed in the storage.
54 Defective light bulbs observed in the storage.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 07/27/2023

36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (Flies) observed in the facility.
36 Observed unauthorized person sleeping in the retail area.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard boxes used for storage in the retail area. -Cardboard used as shelf liner inside the reach-in refrigeration unit.
49 No mop sink observed in food facility.
51 Trash can with a lid not observed
51 The following observations were noted: -Damaged floor restroom area. -Debris and toilet paper along floor surface of restroom area.
53 The following observations were noted: -Raw wood floor surfaces throughout rear storage area. Surface is not fully smooth/ easily cleanable. -Raw wood stairs and railings observed leading to basement. -Damaged water stain with black/brown residue on wall surfaces and ceiling surfaces/tiles in the retail and rear storage area. -Unsealed holes on wall and ceiling surfaces in the rear storage room. -Damaged/cracked floor surfaces/tiles in the retail area and toilet room. -Unsealed gaps around wirelines/pipelines.
53 The following observations were noted: -Static dust accumulation present on surfaces in the facility. -Debris and packaging along floor perimeter Observed dust accumulation on boxes and grocery bags full of candies in the rea storage room.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises. Tobacco products were observed under a door being blocked by a piece of plywood and the establishment does not have a tobacco permit. Staff refused to allow access behind the plywood to the room where tobacco was observed and claimed the room belonged to the landlord and not the boss, although the staff had a key to open the door and an individual who was sleeping on the floor in the retail area went into the room upon me arriving to the facility.
77 The establishment does not have a tobacco smoking exemption to smoke tobacco products on premises. *Violation ticket issued*
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 04/24/2023

45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard boxes used for storage in the retail area. -Cardboard used as shelf liner inside the reach-in refrigeration unit.
45 The following observations were noted: -Inoperable mini reach-in refrigerator and chest freezer in the back storage room.
49 No mop sink observed in food facility.
53 The following observations were noted: -Raw wood floor surfaces throughout rear storage area. Surface is not fully smooth/ easily cleanable. -Raw wood stairs and railings observed leading to basement. -Damaged water stain with black/brown residue on wall surfaces and ceiling surfaces/tiles in the retail and rear storage area. -Unsealed holes on wall and ceiling surfaces in the rear storage room. -Damaged/cracked floor surfaces/tiles in the retail area and toilet room. -Unsealed gaps around wirelines/pipelines.
53 Observed dust accumulation on boxes and grocery bags full of candies in the rea storage room.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 04/21/2023

8 Paper towel not available at the handwash sink in the toilet room.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard boxes used for storage in the retail area. -Cardboard used as shelf liner inside the reach-in refrigeration unit.
45 The following observations were noted: -Inoperable mini reach-in refrigerator and chest freezer in the back storage room.
49 No mop sink observed in food facility.
53 The following observations were noted: -Raw wood floor surfaces throughout rear storage area. Surface is not fully smooth/ easily cleanable. -Raw wood stairs and railings observed leading to basement. -Damaged water stain with black/brown residue on wall surfaces and ceiling surfaces/tiles in the retail and rear storage area. -Unsealed holes on wall and ceiling surfaces in the rear storage room. -Damaged/cracked floor surfaces/tiles in the retail area and toilet room. -Unsealed gaps around wirelines/pipelines.
53 Observed dust accumulation on boxes and grocery bags full of candies in the rea storage room.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. Violation Ticket 9-631 issued
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
78 The establishment is selling electronic cigarette devices without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
79 The establishment was observed selling out of package tobacco products. Violation Ticket 9-622(2) issued
81 The establishment sold tobacco products without checking ID. Violation Ticket 9-622(1)(b)(1)
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 03/21/2023

36 Observed an unapproved insect control devices hung from the ceiling in the rear storage room where food items area stored. **Corrective action was taken, person in charge removed the devices at time of inspection.**
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard boxes used for storage in the retail area. -Cardboard used as shelf liner inside the reach-in refrigeration unit.
45 The following observations were noted: -Inoperable mini reach-in refrigerator and chest freezer in the back storage room.
49 No mop sink observed in food facility.
53 The following observations were noted: -Raw wood floor surfaces throughout rear storage area. Surface is not fully smooth/ easily cleanable. -Raw wood stairs and railings observed leading to basement. -Damaged water stain with black/brown residue on wall surfaces and ceiling surfaces/tiles in the retail and rear storage area. -Unsealed holes on wall and ceiling surfaces in the rear storage room. -Damaged/cracked floor surfaces/tiles in the retail area and toilet room. -Unsealed gaps around wirelines/pipelines.
53 Observed dust accumulation on boxes and grocery bags full of candies in the rea storage room.
54 No light observed in the basement area.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 08/26/2022

26 Observed insecticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, stored on shelf above pre-package food in the storage room.
36 The following observations were noted: -Swarm of flies through the the food facility in both retail and rear storage areas. -Live roaches crawling along internal perimeter of an inoperable chest freezer.
37 Observed snacks and bottled waters stored on shelves in cardboard boxes not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the retail area.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard boxes used for storage in the retail area. -Cardboard used as shelf liner inside the reach-in refrigeration unit.
45 The following observations were noted: -Domestic Chest Freezer, electric hotplate, microwaves in the back storage room. -Inoperable mini reach-in refrigerator and chest freezer in the back storage room.
47 Observed stagnant pool of water on bottom surface of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
49 Observed water stored in mop bucket but, no mop sink observed in back storage room.
51 The following observations were noted: -Toilet room not clean to sight(i.e. floor, toilet bowl, handwash sink). -Damaged, broken toilet bowl lid held together with duct tape. -Cracked caulking along perimeter of handwash sink.
53 The following observations were noted: -Raw wood floor surfaces throughout rear storage area. Surface is not fully smooth/ easily cleanable. -Raw wood stairs and railings observed leading to basement. -Damaged wall surfaces in the rear storage room. -Unsealed holes on wall and ceiling surfaces in the rear storage room. -Damaged/cracked floor tiles in the retail area. -Water stained ceiling tiles in the retail area and water stained ceiling surface in the rear storage area. -Unsealed gaps around wirelines/pipelines.
75 Observed cigarette butts with ashes stored in an ash tray on storage shelf in the rear storage area.
Best 1 Convenience Store
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022

15 Observed boxes Hemp products containing delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 THC) in ways that violate the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) stored in the back storage area of the establishment .
20 Observed 16 oz bottles of milk and eggs held measured between 47.1 - 52.7 degrees F, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required in reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
26 Observed insecticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, stored in lower cabinet area under handwash sink the retail area.
34 Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of equipment are not available or readily accessible in reach-in refrigerators in the retail area.
37 Observed snacks stored on shelves in cardboard boxes not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the retail area.
45 The following observations were noted: -Cardboard boxes used for storage in the retail area. -Cardboard used as shelf liner inside the reach-in refrigeration unit.
45 The following observations were noted: -Reach-in refrigeration unit not keep proper cold hold temperature, ambient air temperature measured at 66.9 degree F. -Domestic Chest Freezer, electric hotplate, microwaves in the back storage room. -Inoperable mini reach-in refrigerator and reach-in freezer in the back storage room. -
47 Observed residue on bottom surface of reach-in refrigerator in the retail area.
49 Observed water stored in mop bucket but, no mop sink observed in back storage room.
51 The following observations were noted: -Toilet room not clean to sight(i.e. floor, toilet bowl, handwash sink). -Damaged, broken toilet bowl lid held together with duct tape. -Cracked caulking along perimeter of handwash sink.
53 The following observations were noted: -Raw wood floor surfaces throughout rear storage area. Surface is not fully smooth/ easily cleanable. -Raw wood stairs and railings observed leading to basement. -Damaged wall surfaces in the rear storage room. -Unsealed holes on wall and ceiling surfaces in the rear storage room. -Damaged/cracked floor tiles in the retail area. -Water stained, black residue on surface of ceiling tiles in the retail area. -Unsealed gaps around wirelines/pipelines.
54 The following observations were noted: -No light in the basement area. -Five burnout ceiling light blubs in the rear storage room.
K & C Convenience Store Inc
3076 Kensington Ave
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
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