Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7801 Essington Ave. Phila., PA 19153
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  3 Date  12/10/2019
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  0 Time In  11:40 AM
Number of Corrections   4 Time Out  12:50 PM
Food Facility
Maria's Food Market
Address
5266 DELANCEY ST 19143
Telephone
(215) 528-5144
Establishment Type
Retail Food: Grocery Market
District
3
Sub
2
Licensee
Maria's Food Market, Inc 
Corporate Officer
Maria D. Vasquez Lopez 
  Purpose of Inspection
Reinspection 
Inspection Type
Reinspection 
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
IN=in compliance    OUT=not in compliance    N/O=not observed    N/A=not applicable
  
COS=corrected on-site during inspection    R=repeat violation
 Compliance Status COS R
Demonstration of Knowledge
1 IN Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses    
Employee Health
2 IN Management awareness; policy present    
3 IN Proper use of reporting; restriction & exclusion    
Good Hygienic Practices
4 IN Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use    
5 IN No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth    
Preventing Contamination by Hazards
6 IN Hands clean & properly washed    
7 IN No bare hand contact with RTE foods or approved alternate method properly followed    
8 IN Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible    
Approved Source
9 IN Food obtained from approved source    
10 IN Food received at proper temperature    
11 OUT Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated X  
12 IN Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction    
Protection From Contamination
13 IN Food separated & protected    
14 OUT Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized    
15 IN Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, & unsafe food    
 
 Compliance Status COS R
Potentially Hazardous Food Time/Temperature
16 IN Proper cooking time & temperature    
17 IN Proper reheating procedures for hot holding    
18 IN Proper cooling time & temperature    
19 IN Proper hot holding temperature    
20 IN Proper cold holding temperature    
21 IN Proper date marking & disposition    
22 IN Time as a public health control; procedures & record    
Consumer Advisory
23 IN Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods    
Highly Susceptible Population
24 IN Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered    
Chemical
25 IN Food additives: approved & properly used    
26 IN Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used    
Conformance with Approved Procedure
27 IN Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan    
Risk factors are improper practices or procedures identified as the most prevalent contributing factors of foodborne illness or injury. Public Health Interventions are control measures to prevent foodborne illness or injury.
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Good Retail Practices are preventative measures to control the addition of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into foods.
 Compliance Status COS R
Safe Food and Water
28 IN Pasteurized eggs used where required    
29 IN Water & ice from approved source    
30 IN Variance obtained for specialized processing methods    
Food Temperature Control
31 IN Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control    
32 IN Plant food properly cooked for hot holding    
33 IN Approved thawing methods used    
34 IN Thermometer provided & accurate    
Food Identification
35 IN Food properly labeled; original container    
Prevention of Food Contamination
36 OUT Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons    
37 OUT Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display   X
38 IN Personal cleanliness    
39 IN Wiping cloths: properly used & stored    
40 IN Washing fruit & vegetables    
Proper Use of Utensils
41 IN In-use utensils: properly stored    
 
 Compliance Status COS R
Proper Use of Utensils
42 IN Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled    
43 IN Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used    
44 IN Gloves used properly    
Utensils, Equipment and Vending
45 OUT Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used   X
46 IN Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips    
47 OUT Non-food contact surfaces clean    
Physical Facilities
48 IN Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure    
49 IN Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices    
50 IN Sewage & waste water properly disposed    
51 IN Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned    
52 IN Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained    
53 OUT Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean   X
54 OUT Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used    
Philadelphia Ordinances
56 IN Person in Control of premises has not posted "No Smoking" signs.    
56+ IN Philadelphia Ordinances    
Person in Charge (Signature)    Name:  Julio Ryes A86522 exp. 7/13/23 Date: 12/10/2019
Inspector (Signature) T Montgomery-Noel (215) 685-7537 Date: 12/10/2019
Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7801 Essington Ave. Phila., PA 19153
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  3 Date  12/10/2019
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  0 Time In  11:40 AM
Number of Corrections   4 Time Out  12:50 PM
Food Facility
Maria's Food Market
Address
5266 DELANCEY ST 19143
Telephone
(215) 528-5144
Establishment Type
Retail Food: Grocery Market
District
3
Sub
2
Licensee
Maria's Food Market, Inc 
Corporate Officer
Maria D. Vasquez Lopez 
  Purpose of Inspection
Reinspection 
Inspection Type
Reinspection 
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
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Food Disposal
Food Types Volume Unit Pounds
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
11 Violation of Code: [46.201] - Adulterated tomatoes observed in the deli case.
- Mice feces observed on package of butter, pack of sausages, and next to lemons inside the deli case.

Note: All items were removed from deli case. Corrected On-Site.
14 Violation of Code: [46.712] 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. New Violation.
14 Violation of Code: [46.731] Mice feces observed on shelves in the retail area, inside the deli case, on food preparation table shelf.
Note: All surfaces shell be properly cleaned following the wash-rinse-sanitize method. New Violation.
36 Violation of Code: [46.981(k)(l)] - Mice feces observed on package of butter, pack of sausages, and next to lemons inside the deli case.
- Mice feces observed on several shelves in the retail area, on shelf in the storage area behind the microwave, on can of cheese in the food prepared, on shelf where cans are stored in the food prep area, on prep table shelf in the food preparation area, one under the deli slicer, inside box where chips are stored in the retail area, and on floors in the retail area. New Violation.
36 Violation of Code: [46.922(e)(f)] Basement storm doors does not prevent the entrance of vermin. New Violation.
37 Violation of Code: [46.321] Boxes of oil are not stored at least 6 inches above the floor.


Remove all food items from toilet room to designate food storage area. Repeat Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.672] Cutting boards observed with deep scratches and scoring not allowing for effective cleaning and sanitizing. New Violation.
45 Violation of Code: [46.522] Foil lining deli case is not approved. Repeat Violation.
47 Violation of Code: [46.711(b)(c)] Food debris observed on interior edges of the cold-holding Bain Marie and inside the cold-holding unit. Mice feces observed inside deli case. New Violation.
53 Violation of Code: [46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)] Water observed on floor in the storage area. Mice feces observed on floors in the retail area. Debris observed on basement steps and floors in the basement. New Violation.
Person in Charge (Signature) Julio Ryes A86522 exp. 7/13/23 Date: 12/10/2019
Inspector (Signature) T Montgomery-Noel (215) 685-7537 Date: 12/10/2019
Philadelphia Dept of Health Food Facility Inspection Report  
Philadelphia Dept of Health/Office of Food Protection
7801 Essington Ave. Phila., PA 19153
www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-public-health
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  3 Date  12/10/2019
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations  0 Time In  11:40 AM
Number of Corrections   4 Time Out  12:50 PM
Food Facility
Maria's Food Market
Address
5266 DELANCEY ST 19143
Telephone
(215) 528-5144
Establishment Type
Retail Food: Grocery Market
District
3
Sub
2
Licensee
Maria's Food Market, Inc 
Corporate Officer
Maria D. Vasquez Lopez 
  Purpose of Inspection
Reinspection 
Inspection Type
Reinspection 
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
53 Violation of Code: [46.901] - Porous ceiling tiles observed in food prep area.
- Cracked floor observed in the retail area.
- Leak observed in storage area. Wall and/or ceiling repair may be needed. Repeat Violation.
54 Violation of Code: [46.981(d)] Dust observed in vents in several refrigeration units. New Violation.
54 Violation of Code: [46.943] Burnt out light observed the refrigeration unit where Welch's beverages are stored. New Violation.
54 Violation of Code: [46.614] Hood filters not observed on ventilation hood. New Violation.
Summary
Statements
Due to imminent health hazards observed during this inspection, the establishment has been issued a Cease Operations Order and must discontinue food operations immediately. The establishment cannot operate for a minimum of 48 hours. The establishment cannot operate until the required fee is paid and the establishment is approved by the Department to resume operations. Please contact the Sanitarian at the phone number listed below for a re-inspection once the violations have been corrected and the fee has been paid.
You are required under Section 6-502 of the Philadelphia Health Code to correct the violations listed as noted above. Your failure to correct these violations may result in the revocation of your health license and other legal action. Reinstatement of a revoked health license will require payment of another license fee. An appeal to these orders may be made to the Board of License and Inspection Review, Municipal Services Building, 1401 JFK Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19102-1617
Person in Charge (Signature) Julio Ryes A86522 exp. 7/13/23 Date: 12/10/2019
Inspector (Signature) T Montgomery-Noel (215) 685-7537 Date: 12/10/2019