Arben Commissary
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2024
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Score
Going back to 2023, Arben Commissary has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Oct 28, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 10 violations to closer to six violations per visit.
“Garbage & refuse properly disposed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Philadelphia restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: The open and unscreened large garage door, an outer opening in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
46.922(e)(f)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Equipment is not in good repair. -The ice machine is not operating.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: There is no backflow prevention device on the ice machine.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet Room Observations: -Detached ceiling vent cover observed. -Openings around utility lines and in the lower wall -Static dust on vent cover surface
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Open dumpsters, accumulated trash and debris on the ground observed in the shared outside trash storage area.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Openings around utility lines -Opening in the lower wall in the toilet room
46.921
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Sep 30, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: -Soap and a trash can were not available at the prep area hand sink. -A trash can and paper towels were not available at the hand sink in the toilet room. The one available container of hand soap was divided between the two sinks. Paper towels were placed in the toilet room at the hand sink. The one trash can was placed between the toilet room door and the prep area hand sink. Note: All sinks must be supplied with soap, paper towels, and a trash can for paper towel disposal. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Chemicals (Windex) were stored above or on the same shelf with single service articles in the storage area. The bottle was moved away from the shelf of wrapped napkins.
46.1041
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed throughout the facility. Note: All pest control should be done by a licensed exterminator. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The 3 compartment sink is not sealed to the wall. Cracks observed in the caulk. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observations: -Basins in the 3 compartment sink contained debris. -Brown residue on the ice inlet cover in the ice machine that is presently not in use. -Flies landing on surfaces in the warewash and slicer area. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: There is no backflow prevention device on the hose bib or the ice machine.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: -The ceiling vent cover and the light are taped in the toilet room. -Openings around utility lines in the toilet rooms observed.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Open dumpsters, accumulated trash and debris on the ground, and flies observed in the shared outside trash storage area. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Loose coving and opening around utility lines observed in the facility. New Violation.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The refrigerator does not have a light for easier cleaning and inspection. New Violation.
46.943
50
Jul 10, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemicals (Windex) were stored above or on the same shelf with food, equipment, and/or single service articles in the food storage area. The bottle was removed.
46.1041
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -Soap was not available at the handwash sink in the prep area. -No trash can was readily available in the toilet room for paper towel disposal. These items were provided.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed heads of lettuce and whole tomatoes in the reach in refrigerator. There is no deep, NSF approved, stand alone, indirectly drained food prep sink that is equipped with a catch basin. The person in charge decided to remove the box of tomatoes and heads of lettuce from the facility. The person in charge agreed to purchase prewashed and prepackaged produce only.
46.301
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 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. The person in charge has a class certificate but no Philadelphia Food Manager Food Safety Certificate. He stated that he submitted an application a few weeks ago.
46.103
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Raw wood shelves which are not smooth and easily cleanable, being used to support equipment. New Violation.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Rusted shelving observed in the reach in refrigerator. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: There is no NSF approved, deep, stand alone, and indirectly drained with a catch basin food prep sink. New Violation.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: -The ceiling vent cover is taped in the toilet room. -Openings in the toilet rooms observed. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights in the slicer area are not shielded from breakage. New Violation.
46.922(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Arben Commissary last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Arben Commissary on file is from Oct 28, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Arben Commissary?
Across the inspection record, “garbage & refuse properly disposed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Arben Commissary.
Has Arben Commissary's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Arben Commissary have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Arben Commissary means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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