Church St Mini Mart
Last inspected: Jun 27, 2025
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Score
Church St Mini Mart has been inspected 22 times since 2023. Church St Mini Mart was last inspected on Jun 27, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 14 times.
Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Church St Mini Mart is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 27, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Pooled of water observed on the bottom shelving inside of one reach-in refrigerator unit in the retail area.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: -Cracked floor tiles observed in the restroom area.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop observed in the bucket and not elevated for the air-drying in the hallway area. New Violation.
46.981(f)
82
Jun 12, 2025
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Milk inside retail area reach-in refrigeration unit were held at 50 degrees Fahrenheit, rather than 45 degrees F or below as required. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.981(h)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Waste water leaking from underneath restroom area handwash sink's drain line connection inside the cabinetry. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Loose and cracked floor tiles in the restroom area New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Debris present along floor perimeter inside the rear food storage room. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Two ceiling mounted fluorescent lights in retail area observed not operational during inspection.
46.943
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -A Non-ANSI / NSF approved microwave oven (Hamilton Beach) on a shelf inside the storage room. -One of the retail area reach-in refrigeration units is not being maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below as required. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Pooled water on bottom shelving inside one of the retail area reach-in refrigeration units. New Violation.
46.714
55
May 14, 2025
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: An insect control device (soiled fly glue strip) located in hallway storage area ceiling with potential to contaminate food. New Violation.
46.922(c)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -A Non-ANSI / NSF approved microwave oven (Hamilton Beach) on a shelf inside the storage room.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Restroom area handwash sink not properly caulk sealed to wall.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Unfinished rough surfaced gypsum walls in rear storage area and hallway leading to restroom area. -Uneven carpeted flooring inside the rear food storage room. -Uncovered electrical wall outlet insside the rear food storage room. New Violation.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Two ceiling mounted fluorescent lights in retail area observed not operational during inspection.
46.943
74
Apr 7, 2025
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometer for ensuring proper food temperatures are not calibrated and/or functioning properly. New Violation.
46.562
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed slow waste water leaking from underneath restroom area handwash sink's waste drain line connection inside the cabinetry. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Restroom area handwash sink not properly caulk sealed to wall. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Observed a hole in hallway leading to restroom area ceiling. -Water-stained / damaged ceiling tiles inside the storage room. -Unfinished rough surfaced gypsum walls in rear storage area and hallway leading to restroom area.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Two ceiling mounted fluorescent lights in retail area observed not operational during inspection. New Violation.
46.943
78
Mar 22, 2025
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed insecticide (Black Jack: Fly & Mosquito) not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the middle storage area. New Violation.
46.1026
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towels not present at the handwashing sink in the bathroom. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Observed a quart of milk stored on a shelf in the retail area at 62.6 degrees F instead of inside a cold holding unit at 41 degrees F or below. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: One of doors on the 6-door reach-in refrigeration unit observed not closing properly during inspection.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Ice accumulation observed on the interior walls of the chest freezer in the retail area. -Debris observed on the shelves in the POS area. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a mop stored inside a mop bucket instead of elevated to promote air drying. New Violation.
46.981(f)
52
Feb 7, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard linings over shelvings inside retail area reach-in refrigeration unit.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Dirt on carpeted flooring in rear storage area floor.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
86
Jan 21, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air-dry.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Static dust accumulation on retail area mounted ceiling fan. New Violation.
46.981(d)
86
Dec 2, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room. New Violation.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air-dry.
46.981(f)
90
Nov 16, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Live roaches beneath tan shelving unit and outside of silver reach-in unit in retail area Live house and fruite flies observed in retail areas and restroom New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Bottom shelf of cookie rack is not 6 inches from floor or higher Back storage from products not elevated (on floor) New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining over shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Dead roach observed interior of silver refrigeration unit in retail area New Violation.
46.714
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trashcan without lid covering in retail waiting area New Violation.
46.881
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. New Violation.
46.981(f)
74
Nov 6, 2024
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining over shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Observed holes / gaps in ceiling of hallway leading to restroom area and cashier's service areas. -Water-stained / demaged ceiling tile in retail area.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Two retail are ceiling mount fluorescent lights observed not operational during inspection. New Violation.
46.943
82
Sep 12, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: An insect control device (soiled glue strip with house flies) located in storage area ceiling with potential to contaminate food. New Violation.
46.922(c)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: One of the retail area reach-in refrigeration units is not being maintained at temperature of 41 degrees F and below. *Do not store any potentially hazardous food in this unit until it has been serviced and maintain at temperature of 41 degrees F and below as required. New Violation.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.823(c)-(e)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Handwash sink in the restroom area observed not properly caulked sealed to the wall. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a mop inside utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Some ceiling mounted fluorescent lights in storage room observed not operational during inspection.
46.943
74
Aug 29, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed inside the restroom area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed on the utility (mop) sink's faucet inside rear food storage room.
46.823(c)-(e)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: A bag of trash not stored inside lidded container in storage room. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a mop inside utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Some ceiling mounted fluorescent lights in storage room observed not operational during inspection. New Violation.
46.943
74
Jul 22, 2024
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Retail area reach-in refrigeration unit Loose rubber door gaskets repaired with materials (duct-taped) unapproved for food equipment. -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 microwave oven (Hamilton Beach) present in rear storage area. -One of the reach-in refrigeration units in retail area is not being maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below as required; * Do not stored any potentially hazardous food in this reach-in refrigeration unit until it has been serviced to maintain temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed slow waste water drain at handwash sink in the restroom area during inspection. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a mop inside utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: observed some ceiling mounted fluorescent lights not operational during inspection. New Violation.
46.943
82
Jul 5, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the restroom and storage areas. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Retail area reach-in refrigeration unit Loose rubber door gaskets repaired with materials (duct-taped) unapproved for food equipment. -Non-ANSI / NSF approved equipment : 1 microwave oven (Hamilton Beach) present in rear storage area. -One of the reach-in refrigeration units in retail area is not being maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below as required; * Do not stored any potentially hazardous food in this reach-in refrigeration unit until it has been serviced to maintain temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice-build up present inside chest freezer in retail area. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed at utility sink (mop sink) inside rear food storage room.
46.823(c)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed mop on floor and not stored elevated to properly air dry. New Violation.
46.981(f)
78
May 22, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Loose rubber door gaskets observed on the retail area reach-in refrigeration unit. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Spillage on bottom shelving inside a retail area reach-in refrigeration unit. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed at utility sink (mop sink) inside rear food storage room.
46.823(c)-(e)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: -Several bags of trash and cardboard boxes not stored in lidded containers in front outdoor area refuse ground. -Bags of trash not stored in lidded container inside rear storage area. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed mops in utility bucket and on storage area floor not stored elevated to properly air dry.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Two fluorescent lights in rear food storage area observed not operational during inspection.
46.943
74
Apr 4, 2024
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed at utility sink (mop sink) inside rear food storage room.
46.823(c)-(e)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Several bags of trash and cardboard boxes not stored in lidded containers in front outdoor area refuse ground. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Brooms and dustpan observed not stored elevated.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Two fluorescent lights in rear food storage area observed not operational during inspection. New Violation.
46.943
78
Jan 25, 2024
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed no vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device installed at utility sink (mop sink) inside rear food storage room. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed an uncovered trash container on front outdoor area.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed mops in utility bucket and on storage area floor not stored elevated to properly air dry.
46.981(f)
82
Jan 10, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Ice-build and debris observed inside chest freezer in retail area. -Static dust on fan covers inside one of the reach-in refrigeration units in retail area. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Static dust on restroom area ventilation fan cover. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed an uncovered trash container on front outdoor area. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed mops in utility bucket and on storage area floor not stored elevated to properly air dry. New Violation.
46.981(f)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Static dust accumulation present on ceiling mounted fan in retail area. New Violation.
46.981(d)
74
Jul 20, 2023
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units. -Raw wood surfaced shelvings being used for elevation of beverages in rear storage area.
46.522
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Unnecessary items and debris on floor in rear storage area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
90
Jun 5, 2023
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units.
46.522
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry.
46.981(f)
90
May 19, 2023
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Cigarette butt found on floor inside the cashier's service area during the inspection. New Violation.
46.151(a)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units. -Plastic (soda & milk) crates being used for elevation / storage of beverages in rear storage and retail areas.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Observed food debris inside the retail area chest freezer. -Debris and corrosion present on bottom shelving inside the reach-in refrigeration unit in retail area. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Unnecessary items and debris present in rear food storage area.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
74
Apr 25, 2023
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Cardboard was observed lining shelves inside retail area reach-in refrigeration units. -Plastic (soda & milk) crates being used for elevation / storage of beverages in rear storage and retail areas.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris inside the retail area chest freezer. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Gaps around ceiling mounted ventilation fan fixture in restroom area. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Mop in utility bucket and not stored elevated to properly air dry. New Violation.
46.981(f)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Church St Mini Mart last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Church St Mini Mart on file is from Jun 27, 2025. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Church St Mini Mart?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Church St Mini Mart.
Has Church St Mini Mart's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Church St Mini Mart have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Church St Mini Mart means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Church St Mini Mart inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Church St Mini Mart is inspected around 10 times per year on average.
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