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5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
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5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 05/01/2025

8 Handwashing sink in the toilet room observed soiled.
26 Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the storage area and retail area. Corrective action: Items discarded.
36 Evidence of a cat observed in the establishment. Pet food observed in the rear of the establishment and cat excrement observed on basement floor.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the retail area and basement.
36 Door observed propped open without a screen.
37 Personal food stored with food for sale. Note: Store personal food away from food for sale.
45 -Unused/inoperable cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Condensation lines from reach-in refrigerators observed in a container rather than leading to a drain. -Unused/inoperable reach-in refrigerator observed in the retail area. -The following equipment is not NSF/ANSI approved: blender, toaster oven, double electric burner. Per person in charge (PIC), items are for personal use.
47 -Chest freezer soiled. -Clutter observed in point-of-sale area on counter and in cabinet beneath counter. -Debris and black residue observed on chest freezer doors.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Stained ceiling tile observed. -Clean up cat feces in basement. -Remove items that are not necessary for the operation and maintenance of the business.
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 01/05/2024

36 Cat observed in point of sale area.
45 -White, True and Fogel refrigerators are not holding beverages at the correct temperature. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Condensation lines from reach-in refrigerators observed in a container rather than leading to a drain.
47 -Accumulation of ice in chest freezer. -Black residue on fan guards in the reach-in refrigerators. -Kickplates are soiled on the reach-in refrigerators. -Clutter observed in point-of-sale area on counter and in cabinet bemeath counter. -Dust and debris observed on shelves in the point of sale area.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Stained ceiling tile observed.
53 -Missing ceiling tile in retail area. -Floor in disrepair.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. Owner is considering selling hot food and must submit plans prior to starting renovations or buying equipment.
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 08/08/2023

36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the establishment. Live flies and mouse feces on the floor were observed during the inspection.
36 Front outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Door propped open.
45 -Gasket on the Pepsi reach-in refrigerator door is in disrepair. -White, True brand refrigerator is not holding beverages at the correct temperature. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Kickplates are detached from the reach-in refrigerators. -Condensation lines from reach-in refrigerators observed in a container rather than leading to a drain.
47 -Accumulation of ice in chest freezer. -Black residue on fan guards in the reach-in refrigerators. -Kickplates are soiled on the reach-in refrigerators. -Counter in the point-of-sale area is extremely cluttered.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Mouse feces observed on floor in the retail/point-of-sale area.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. Owner is considering selling hot food and must submit plans prior to starting renovations or buying equipment.
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 03/03/2023

45 -Gasket on the Pepsi reach-in refrigerator door is in disrepair. -Pepsi refrigerator is not working and unplugged. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Kickplates are detached from the reach-in refrigerators.
47 Accumulation of ice in chest freezer.
49 Condensation lines from reach-in refrigerators observed in a container rather than leading to a drain.
51 Toilet needs cleaning.
53 -Floor is not smooth and easy to clean. -Stained ceiling tile was observed.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -From the stairs, the basement was observed cluttered. Remove all unnecessary items from the basement.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. Owner is considering selling hot food and must submit plans prior to starting renovations or buying equipment.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises. A few cigars were observed mixed in with tobacco rolling paper. Items were removed from the facility during the inspection.
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 02/28/2023

8 Toilet room handwashing sink observed soiled.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the retail area. Mouse feces observed on the floor.
45 -Gasket on the Pepsi reach-in refrigerator door is in direpair. -Pepsi refrigerator is not working and unplugged. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Unused reach-in refrigerator observed in rear. -Kickplate observed detached from the reach-in refrigerator.
47 -Debris and dust observed on chest freezer doors. -Accumulation of ice in chest freezer.
49 Condensation lines from reach-in refrigerators observed in a container rather than leading to a drain.
51 -Interior of toilet observed soiled. -Debris observed on the floor in the toilet room.
53 -Floor is not smooth and easy to clean. -Stained ceiling tile was observed.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -Remove all mouse feces from the facility.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. Owner is considering selling hot food and must submit plans prior to starting renovations or buying equipment.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit. Ticketed
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 11/01/2022

45 -Gasket on the Pepsi reach-in refrigerator door is in direpair. -Pepsi refrigerator is not working and unplugged. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Unused reach-in refrigerator observed in rear. -Kickplate observed detached from the reach-in refrigerator.
47 -Debris and dust observed on chest freezer doors. -Accumulation of ice in chest freezer. -Debris observed on shelves holding candy.
49 Condensation lines from reach-in refrigerators observed in a container rather than leading to a drain.
51 -Interior of toilet observed soiled. -Debris observed on the floor in the toilet room.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -From the stairs, clutter and debris were observed in the basement. -Dust and debris were observed on the floor throughout.
53 Floor is not smooth and easy to clean.
56 Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
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: http://www.phila.gov/health/foodprotection/NewFoodBusinesses.html 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, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. Owner is considering selling hot food and must submit plans prior to starting renovations or buying equipment.
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 10/27/2022

8 No paper towels and soap observed at toilet room sink. Items provided.
37 Food is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Packages of food observed stored directly on the floor.
45 -Gasket on the Pepsi reach-in refrigerator door is not in good repair. -Pepsi refrigerators are holding beverages above 41 degrees F. No potentially hazardous items may be stored in those refrigerators. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear. -Unused reach-in refrigerator observed in rear.
47 -Debris and dust observed on chest freezer doors. -Accumulation of ice in chest freezer.
49 Condensation lines from refrigeration unit observed in a container rather than a drain.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -From the stairs, clutter and debris were observed in the basement. -Dust and debris were observed on the floor throughout. -Old mouse feces was observed on the floor. -Cleaning and organizing needed throughout.
61 Food establishment licensee and operation changes require submission of a Plan Review Application. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, can be obtained from the website: http://www.phila.gov/health/pdfs/Plan_Review_for_Stationary_Food_Businesses.pdf Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. New owner: Yahya Emad Algaad.
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.
77 The establishment does not have a tobacco smoking exemption to smoke tobacco products on premises. Customers observed smoking indoors.
5 Star Mini Market
2001 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Inspection Date: 05/26/2022

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.
4 Food employee observed smoking in the retail area.
8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the toilet room to remind food employees to wash their hands.
8 Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the toilet room. Corrective action: Soap was provided.
36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the establishment. Mouse feces was observed on the floor near the counter. Drain flies were observed in the toilet room and stairs to basement.
36 Outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. Gap observed beneath rear door.
45 -Gasket on the Canada Dry reach-in refrigerator door is not in good repair. Canada Dry and Pepsi refrigerators are holding beverages above 41 degrees F. No potentially hazardous items may be stored in those refrigerators. -Unused cold-prep refrigerator observed in the rear.
47 -Debris and dust observed on chest freezer doors. -Handle on the door of the Pepsi refrigerator is soiled.
49 Condensation lines from refrigeration unit observed in a can rather than a drain.
53 Additional cleaning issues: -From the stairs, clutter and debris were observed in the basement. -Dust and debris were observed on the floor throughout. -Mouse feces was observed on the floor.
53 Brroms and dust pans stored on the floor rather than being elevated.
56 Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.
61 Food establishment licensee and operation changes require submission of a Plan Review Application. The Plan Review Guidelines, which includes this application, can be obtained from the website: http://www.phila.gov/health/pdfs/Plan_Review_for_Stationary_Food_Businesses.pdf Contact the Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, for questions or appointments at 215-685-7495. Completed plan review submissions and fees may be mailed to: Plan Review Section, Office of Food Protection, 321 University Avenue, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. New owner: E. Algaad.
74 The establishment is selling tobacco without a valid Philadelphia Tobacco Retailer Permit.
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