Routine
Jun 23, 2026
No violations recorded
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, Jun 23, 2026 · Original Source
Delaware (statewide), DE
Estevez Grocery
1023 W 5th Street
Last inspected Jun 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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The full inspection history
3 inspectionsRoutine
Jun 9, 2026
Violations recorded
8 recorded violations
notedCode 6-301.11Handwashing
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Handwashing Cleanser, Availability
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 4-204.112Food temperature
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Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality
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Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 3-302.12Other
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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 3-602.11Food source and labeling
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Food Labels
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Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 3-602.12Other
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Other Forms of Information
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 3-305.11Contamination
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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 5-501.17Other
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Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 8-304.11Permits, training, and postings
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Responsibilities of the Permit Holder
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A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, Jun 9, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
May 21, 2025
Violations recorded
7 recorded violations
notedCode 3-501.14Food temperature
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Cooling
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 4-501.12Other
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Cutting Surfaces
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4-302.14Cleaning and sanitizing
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Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 6-403.11Employee health and hygiene
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Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 4-602.12Food temperature
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Cooking and Baking Equipment
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 2-301.14Other
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When to Wash
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing
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Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Delaware Division of Public Health – Office of Food Protection, May 21, 2025 · Original Source
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