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Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
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Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 02/11/2025

45 Damaged rubber gaskets observed on the doors of the reach-in units in the retail area.
47 -Rust observed on the interior of the closed display case in the food prep area. -Residue and debris observed on the bottom of the interior of the reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the retail area. -Residue observed on dry storage shelving in the basement.
53 -Dust and debris observed on the floor in the basement. -Spilled soda observed on the floor in the basement.
Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 01/03/2025

35 Observed repackaged candies in the patron area without labels to identify the food's nutrition and ingredient information.
45 Damaged rubber gaskets observed on the doors of the reach-in units in the retail area.
46 Food facility lacks chlorine sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Rust observed on the interior of the closed display case in the food prep area. -Residue and debris observed on the bottom of the interior of the reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the retail area. -Residue observed on dry storage shelving in the basement.
50 Observed tubing of waste liquids from the closed display case through the floor into the basement - not connected to a waste receptacle.
53 Dust and debris observed on the floor in the basement.
54 Domestic microwave observed in the warewashing area not marked for employee use only.
Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 01/02/2025

8 Paper towels not present at the handwash sink in the restroom.
14 The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the sanitizer bucket was 200 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required. Corrective Action: The bucket was remade and the sanitizer was tested at 100 ppm.
20 -Lettuce was measured at 48.9 degrees F in the cold prep refrigerator rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. -The ambient air in the bottom portion of the cold prep refrigerator was measured at 47.2 degrees F.
45 Damaged rubber gaskets observed on the doors of the reach-in units in the retail area.
45 Domestic microwave oven observed in the warewashing area.
46 Food facility lacks chlorine sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 -Rust observed on the interior of the closed display case in the food prep area. -Residue and debris observed on the bottom of the interior of the cold prep unit in the prep area and the reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the retail area.
50 Observed tubing of waste liquids from the closed display case through the floor into the basement - not connected to a waste receptacle.
53 Dust and debris observed on the floor in the basement.
Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 11/26/2024

45 -Door of the closed display case observed does not seal. -Damaged rubber gaskets observed on the doors of the reach-in units in the retail area.
47 -Rust observed on the interior of the closed display case in the food prep area. -Residue and debris observed on the bottom of the interior of the cold prep unit in the prep area and the reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the retail area.
50 Observed tubing of waste liquids from the closed display case through the floor into the basement - not connected to a receptacle and dripping onto the floor.
53 Damaged floor tiles observed in the warewash area.
53 -Dust and debris observed on the floor in the basement. -Debris observed on the floor behind the reach-in refrigerator.
54 Lights in the warewashing area observed no shielded or protected from breakage.
Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 11/12/2024

11 Dented canned item observed in retail area.
20 -Deli meat was measured at 49.8 degrees F in the closed display case, rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. -Cheese was measured 53.4 degrees F in the closed display case, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required.
45 -Observed cardboard lining shelves in the retail area. -Observed soda crates used as elevation in the retail area.
45 Door of the closed display case observed does not seal.
47 -Rust observed on the interior of the closed display case in the food prep area. -Residue and debris observed on the bottom of the interior of reach-in refrigerators and freezer in the retail area.
53 -Damaged ceiling tiles observed in the POS area. -Damaged floor tiles observed in the warewash area.
53 -Dust and debris observed along the perimeter of the basement. -Debris observed on the floor behind the reach-in refrigerator.
54 Lights in the warewashing area observed no shielded or protected from breakage.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
79 Observed out of package tobacco products in the establishment.
Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 10/02/2024

45 -Observed cardboard lining shelves in the retail area. -Observed soda crates used as elevation in the retail area.
47 Rust observed on the interior of the closed display case in the food prep area.
53 -Dust and debris observed along the perimeter of the basement. -Debris observed on the floor behind the reach-in refrigerator.
53 -Damaged ceiling tiles observed in the POS area. -Damaged floor tiles observed in the warewash area.
Community Convenience Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 09/30/2024

45 -Observed cardboard lining shelves in the retail area. -Observed soda crates used as elevation in the retail area.
45 Observed damaged rubber gasket in the cold prep unit in the POS area.
47 Dust accumulation observed on the fans in the cold display case in the POS area.
53 Damaged ceiling tile observed in the POS area.
53 -Debris observed on the floor behind the reach-in refrigerators. -Dust and debris observed along the perimeter of the basement.
75 The establishment has not removed unapproved tobacco products from the premises.
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 09/26/2024

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 became present end of inspection
8 Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the employee restroom. Corrective Action: Paper towels were replenished.
26 Chemicals and soaps were stored on a shelf above food in the POS area.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect activity observed in the warewashing and retail areas. Visible physical evidence of roach activity observed in the warewashing area.
41 Spoon observed stored in standing, cold water (80.4 degrees F) at the coffee station in the warewashing area.
45 Observed cardboard lining shelves in the warewashing and retail areas.
47 -Residue observed on the bottom of the interior of the reach-in freezer. -Dust accumulation observed on the fans in the cold display case in the POS area.
49 The backflow preventer observed dripping in the basement.
53 Damaged ceiling tile observed in the POS area.
53 -Debris observed on the floor behind the reach-in refrigerators. -Dust and debris observed along the perimeter of the basement. -Dead flies observed on the floor under the coffee station in the warewashing area.
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 08/28/2024

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 became present end of inspection
13 Produce in retail area stored in box where trash from atm being discarded
14 Spoon stored in handsink between use - removed and cleaned
21 Expired milk observed in cold prep Deli meat not date marked
34 Thermometers not present in cold holding equipment
36 In ground cellar door open without barrier to prevent entry of pests
36 Flies in prep and warewashing areas
45 Soda crates used for elevation Cardboard lining shelves
47 Rusting and debris observed bottom interior closed display case
53 Damaged ceiling tile restroom area and POS area Damaged floor tiles restroom area
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 07/19/2024

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. - ServSafe present FSC application to be sent via email
8 Paper towel not present at sink warewashing area
8 Handsink blocked by sandwich griddle
14 Dirty dishes, observed, and food prep sink Cooking equipment observed in hand sink
21 Open deli meat and cheese without datemarking 11 bottles of milk observed expired
37 Food not properly sealed/covered to prevent contamination or decay in deli case
41 Knives is not properly stored in between use
45 Domestic sandwhich griddle observed Inoperable equipment observed basement storage area
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
49 Drain leading into basement storage area observed leaking, causing molding on unused items in basement and causing water to pull on the floor surface
51 Toilet tissue not present employee restroom
52 Refuse, recyclables and returnables shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents.
53 Cleaning required basement storage area where debris rubble and unused equipment observed
53 Damaged ceiling tile restroom area
53 Maintenance tools (such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar items) shall be stored so that they do not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles, and in an orderly manner that facilitates cleaning the area used for storing the maintenance tools.
53 After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.
54 Dust observed vent restroom area
54 necessary to keep rooms free of excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke and fumes in a food facility, mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity shall be provided. - excessive heat basement storage area
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 01/24/2024

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. - ServSafe present FSC application to be sent via email
1 The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of the Philadelphia Food Code.
8 Handsink blocked by sandwich griddle
8 Handsink warewashing area observed with black residue interior
8 Hand soap not present at sink warewashing area
8 No sign or poster posted at the handwash sink in the warewashing area to remind food employees to wash their hands.
14 Prep sink observed with soiled dishes interior
21 Open deli meat and cheese without datemarking Chicken, tuna and macaroni observed passed expiration date in deli case 11 bottles of milk observed expired
21 Hardened cheese Molded cheese Deli meat with slime Discolored deli meat
36 Gaps observed in inground cellar door opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
37 Food not properly sealed/covered to prevent contamination or decay in deli case
45 Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing.
45 Domestic microwave oven observed
45 Domestic sandwhich griddle observed Inoperable equipment observed basement storage area
46 Wash/rinse observed at prep sink in food prep area. Pre-cleaning or cleanig in general is done at warewashing station
53 Cleaning required basement storage area where debris rubble and unused equipment observed
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 11/28/2022

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. Servsafe for Walky Rodriguez Gomez and receipt shown for city certificate during the inspection
45 Non NSF/ANSI approved equipment present: chest freezer, domestic cabinetry, domestic utensil drying rack and shelvings in facility.
45 Handwash sink in the restroom area observed coming off the wall and not properly seals to the wall.
53 Cleaning needed in floor corners of prep, retail and storage areas to remove dirt and debris observed during the inspection.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket not hanging or stored properly while not in use to allow for proper air drying.
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 10/17/2022

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. Food safety certified person came in the middle of the inspection.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect (flies) activity observed in the prep area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on splash guard for handwash sink, food prep sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Non NSF/ANSI approved equipment present: chest freezer, domestic cabinetry, domestic utensil drying rack and shelvings in facility.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not hanging or properly stored to prevent vermin harborage.
54 Lights in the prep area are not shielded from breakage in the prep area.
Community Convinence Store Inc
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 09/07/2022

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. Food safety certified person came in the middle of inspection in the person of Waly Alexi Rodriguez Peralta city cert. exp. 05/27/2027
8 The handwash sink in the warewash area was blocked by cartoon contain food item and not accesible at all times for employee use. It was removed during the inspection to allow for easy accessibility.
11 Gallon of milk observed with expired sell by dates.
36 Visible physical evidence of insect (flies) activity observed in the prep area.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on splash guard for handwash sink, food prep sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Non NSF/ANSI approved equipment present: chest freezer, domestic cabinetry, domestic utensil drying rack and shelvings in facility.
47 Ice-build observed inside a front retail area chest freezer.
53 -Cleaning needed on floors of basement and floor corners of retail area. -Cracked floor observed in the rear storage and stairways leading to basement area.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket not hanging or stored to allow for proper air drying.
53 Broom and dustpan observed not hanging or properly stored to prevent vermin harborage.
54 Lights in the prep area are not shielded from breakage.
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.
Mercado Family Mini Mart
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
Inspection Date: 07/18/2022

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. Servsafe for Waly Alexi Rodriguez Peralta observed during the inspection. Email city certificate application to PIC
8 The handwash sink in the prep area was blocked by trash can and not accesible at all times for employee use. Trash can and items inside handwash sink was removed during the inspection. Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the restroom area.
8 The handwash sink in the restroom area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device.
11 Expired sell-by date observed on half-gallon of milk during the inspection. PIC removed milk from retail refrigerator during the inspection.
13 Uncovered deli-meat and cheese observed in the display case refrigerator during the inspection. PIC rewrapped food items during the inspection.
14 Observed no chemical sanitizer being used on equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them, and prior to use.
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.
21 Deli meat and cheese opened commercially processed ready to eat food, located in the closed display case refrigerator, and held more than 48 hours, was not marked with the date it was opened. PIC put dates on food items during the inspection.
39 Moist wiping cloths observed lying on splash guard for handwash sink, food prep sink and not stored in sanitizing solution.
45 Non NSF/ANSI approved equipment present: chest freezer, domestic cabinetry, domestic utensil drying rack and shelvings in facility.
46 Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
47 Ice-build observed inside a front retail area chest freezer.
53 Mop observed inside mop bucket not hanging or stored to allow for proper air drying.
53 -Cleaning needed on floors of basement and floor corners of retail area. -Cracked floor observed in the rear storage and stairways leading to basement area.
Community Convenience Store
2337 N 26th St
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19132
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