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A97

KS ASIAN XPRESS

10102 ALBEMARLE RD, STE 3, Charlotte, NC 28227
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110002
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedOct 13, 2026
Inspections on record17
On record sinceJan 11, 2021

Score history

7085100 Jan 11, 2021: 94.5Apr 19, 2021: 95Oct 4, 2021: 95.5Feb 14, 2022: 94Sep 12, 2022: 94.5Jan 25, 2023: 95Jun 15, 2023: 95Sep 26, 2023: 94.5Feb 22, 2024: 96.5Jun 25, 2024: 97.5Oct 24, 2024: 95.5Feb 3, 2025: 98.5Jun 18, 2025: 98.5Oct 23, 2025: 98.5Feb 9, 2026: 98.5May 15, 2026: 97.5Oct 13, 2026: 97
Jan 11, 2021Higher is betterOct 13, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 13, 2026 A 97 · 6 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. Observed employee eating in the kitchen upon entry into the facility, observed a watermelon in the kitchen that was out in the open for personal consumption as well. Facility has a large amount of employee food. EHS coached PIC that all employee food items and eating must not occur in the kitchen during food prep or cooking. And all food must be consumed in designated areas, not on the cook line. -CDI- PIC understood coaching.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed 2 large cuts of beef out in the open for prep. PIC stated that he was prepping the beef, however, PIC stated that the beef had been out for just over 1 hour, the beef was at 58F and 60F. EHS explained that foods in prep are likely to come up in temperature, however prep done in ambient air should be performed in a timely manner to ensure that the meats do not stay in the temperature danger zone for extended periods on time. -CDI- PIC understood coaching and moved the meats into the Stand Up RIC and Stand Up RIF to cool down. Food was properly cooling. Ensure proper cold holding and temperature awareness during prep procedures. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Repeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth present on the prep surface of the facility. Ensure that wet wiping clothes are stored in sanitizer in between uses. 3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed 1 wiping cloths soiled and in need of changing out. Ensure that wiping cloths are switched out after soiled or containing visible debris.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed build up of debris and residue present on the spice shelving next to the wok. Ensure that non food contact surfaces are clean and maintained as clean.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed buildup of debris and residue present on the back side of the cook line floor. There was a large amount of grease and debris build up. Ensure cleaned and maintained as clean.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed phone present on the prep top. Ensure that employee items are maintained and kept in designated areas. -CDI- Phone removed.

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May 15, 2026 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −2
Repeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed large bucket of flour and water mix stored directly on the floor. Ensure that all foods are kept off of the floor. Ensure that facility has crates or other means to keep larger buckets of food at least 6 inches off of the floor. REPEAT
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed 2 wiping cloths soiled and in need of changing out. Ensure that wiping cloths are switched out after soiled or containing visible debris. 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed 2 wet in use wiping clothes present a top prep and cooking surfaces. Ensure that wiping cloths are stored in sanitizer in between uses.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed scoop handle for shrimp in direct contact with the shrimp. Ensure scoop handles are not in contact with foods. 3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scoop handle for flour and rice in direct contact with flour and rice. Ensure scoop handles are not in contact with foods. -CDI- Scoop handles were adjusted so that they were no longer in direct contact with foods.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed phone balancing on the charging part directly above a cutting board/prep surface. Ensure employee possessions are stored in designated areas not above food or food contact surfaces. -CDI- PIC moved the phone so that it was no longer over prep surface.

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Feb 9, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Observed opened bag of RTE sweet and sour chicken with no date marking present. PIC stated that the chicken is purchased in the RTE form frozen. The PIC stated that the chicken was thawed and opened the day prior and will likely use over the next 3 days. EHS coached PIC on proper date marking procedures for thawing and prepping RTE foods. -CDI- EHS back dated the RTE chicken from when it was thawed and opened. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed most working food containers in the facility labeled, however, there was several containers including sauce squirt bottles and water squirt bottles unlabeled. Ensure that all working containers of food are labeled. -CDI- PIC labeled all working food containers.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed container of teriyaki sauce stored directly on the floor. Ensure that food is stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -CDI- PIC lifted food container off of the floor and placed onto low shelving.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed cooking equipment and prep surface shelving with a buildup of food, grease deposit and residue, ensure that all non-food contact surfaces are cleaned and maintained as clean.

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Oct 23, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed QUAT sanitizer at 50ppm while being actively used to sanitize. Also observed that an employee was not using the “wash” compartment to effectively wash the dishes, they were just immediately placing the dishes in the sanitize compartment. -CDI- Dishes were W/R/S and the QUAT sanitizer was increased to 200ppm. (1.5 pts) For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed accumulation of food debris/residue behind the fryer station. Increase cleaning frequency. (0 pts)

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Jun 18, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P -Observed grilled chicken holding below 135F. -CDI- PIC reheated chicken to 165F. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P -Observed all food in prep top (fried chicken, lo mein, bean sprouts, cut cabbage, raw beef) without a date mark. PIC was able to reference date marks on large batches of all foods in RIC to verify cook/prep date. -CDI- PIC properly added date marks to the items. - Observed eggs rolls with a date mark of 6/4 and chicken wings with a date mark of 5/28 in prep lowboy, exceeding the 7-day timeframe. PIC stated these items were originally prepared and immediately frozen on the day listed on the date mark, then they were both thawed and placed in the cooler yesterday. PIC stated they forgot to add the thaw date to the foods. -CDI- PIC properly added the thaw date to the items. -REPEAT- For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. -Observed box of coconut milk stored underneath the paper towel dispenser by the hand sink. EHS observed water from cleaned hands drip onto the box of coconut milk while retrieving paper towel, exposing the food to contamination. Store food where contamination is not possible.

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Feb 3, 2025 A 98.5 · 5 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf -Observed opened container of tofu and bean sprouts in RIC without date marks. -CDI- PIC knew when items were opened and properly added date marks. 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P -Observed cooked carrots and cooked chicken in RIC with prep dates of 1/25, which exceeds the 7-day timeframe. PIC stated items were prepped and immediately frozen on 1/25, then thawed yesterday, 2/2. Observed no date mark indicating the thaw date. EHS explained that facility must indicate the thaw/freezing times on the food to ensure the date mark accurately represents the time that the food is under refrigeration, to not exceed the 7-day timeframe. -CDI- PIC properly added thaw date to foods. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. -Observed bottles containing liquid without labels. Label all secondary containers.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. -Observed shelving and prep tables storing seasonings/oil with visible buildup o food debris. Observed plastic containers holding flour with visible food buildup, in need of cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. -Observed floors and walls in need of cleaning under and around equipment. Observed ceiling tiles with visible dark staining, in need of cleaning. 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. -Observed low sealant between prep sink and wall. Re-seal prep sink to wall.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. -Observed employee food stored above customer food in RIC. -CDI- PIC moved items.

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Oct 24, 2024 A 95.5 · 5 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw beef stored on top of sauces in the tall reach in. CDI- Beef relocated above the chicken. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed 3 roaches in facility. Increase pest control.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed roaches on paper towels. CDI- Paper towels discarded.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed tall reach in freezer in need of cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed floors in need of cleaning under and around equipment.

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Jun 25, 2024 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw shrimp stored behind vegetables in the prep top. CDI- Shrimp placed in front. Pts not escalated based on severity. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed roller carts and seasoning bottles in need of cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed wall across from the fryers in need of cleaning.

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Feb 22, 2024 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. - P. Observed 6 cases of raw shelled eggs stored directly on top of containers of sauces inside of the two door reach-in unit. No physical evidence of contamination observed. CDI - Storage order was corrected to prevent cross contamination. -1.5- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT: 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24 hrs. - Pf. For more information on date marking please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed no date marking on fried chicken. Also observed no pull dates on container of sweet carrots and several batches of pre-cooked chicken thawing inside of the prep top and reach-in unit. PIC confirmed all items were first used and/or pulled from the freezer yesterday. CDI - Pull dates added to thawing foods, other TCS foods date marked. -1.5-
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed general cleaning needed on FRP walls in kitchen areas. -0-
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 (A) Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed employee food and drinks co-mingling with resale goods inside of reach-in unit and on prep table where hot well is kept. CDI - Personal foods removed by PIC. -0.5-

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Sep 26, 2023 A 94.5 · 7 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
2-301.15 Only wash hands in handwashing sink. - Pf. Observed employee wash hands at 3-compartment sink then proceed to begin food prep. CDI - Employee re-directed to hand washing station and properly washed hands. Compliance with hand washing observed throughout inspection. -2- ***A compliance visit will be made to ensure hand washing is conducted at designated station(s).
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P. Observed quaternary sanitizer concentration of 0 P.P.M. during active W/R/S. CDI - More sanitizer added to achieve a concentration of 200 P.P.M. -1.5- For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY.
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. - P. Observed diced chicken reach a final cook temperature of 135 F and placed into hot holding. CDI - Chicken relocated to flat top grill and cooked > 165 F. -1.5-
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24 hrs. - Pf. For more information on date marking please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed pre-cooked chicken thawing inside of the reach-in unit without a pull date. PIC confirmed it had been removed from the freezer yesterday. CDI - Pull date added to product. -0-
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. - P. Observed employee’s personal medication stored with and above retail foods inside of upright reach-in unit. No physical evidence of contamination observed. CDI - Medication removed to designated area. -0-
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT: 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed 2x food employees without hair restraints handling foods. CDI - Employees donned hair nets. -0.5-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Handle of scoops observed in direct contact with uncooked jasmine and long grain rice in bins. CDI - Scoops re-positioned upwards. -0-

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Jun 15, 2023 A 95 · 4 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −4
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed food employee wash hands and turn off faucet with bare hands. Observed another food employee wash hands and touch towel dispenser handle with bare hand afterwards to obtain paper towel. REPEAT CDI: Employees rewashed hands and EHS explained to PIC that if improper hand washing procedures are observed during next inspection, a risk control plan may be implemented to attempt to gain long-term compliance.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw whole fish being stored in a pan sitting on top of bucket of teriyaki sauce. CDI: PIC rearranged storage order to be in compliance. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed insect glue trap full of live and dead roaches. PIC stated that they do not have a pest control company. EHS recommended the facility contact a commercial pest control company for service.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed food employee without hair restraint. CDI: Employee donned a hair net.

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Jan 25, 2023 A 95 · 4 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −4
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed food employee cooking chicken at grill then proceed to 3 comp sink to wash dishes, then returned to grill to continue cooking chicken without washing hands REPEAT CDI: Employee instructed to wash hands.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed lo mein, pad thai noodles, and cut cabbage in fliptop unit without date mark. PIC stated items were prepared the day prior. CDI: Items were date marked.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at flip top prep cooler near prep area. Maintain in sanitizer solution in between uses. REPEAT. CDI: wiping cloth removed and new cloth now stored in sanitizer solution.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed dust and debris accumulating on ceiling over cooking and food prep area.

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Sep 12, 2022 A 94.5 · 6 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −4
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P - Observed 2 employees turn faucet off with bare hands after washing and then proceed to next task. CDI, employees rewatched hands. Repeat.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed raw shrimp and beef in flip top prep cooler stored over RTE egg rolls. CDI, foods relocated for proper storage.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - Observed quat sanitizer testing greater than 400ppm as measured on test kit. CDI, sanitizer diluted to required concentration.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf - Observed raw chicken thawing at prep sink. CDI, chicken relocated to stand up reach in refrigerator to thaw.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored at flip top prep cooler near prep area. Maintain in sanitizer solution in between uses.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed some trash bags on ground near dumpster.

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Feb 14, 2022 A 94 · 8 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF For more information on employee health policy please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed written employee health policy missing nontyhpoidal salmonella as reportable illness. CDI, updated employee health agreement emailed to facility.
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed no written procedures for vomiting and diarrheal cleanup. CDI, sample procedures emailed and handout provided to establishment. Repeat.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P - Observed food employee handling raw shrimp then proceed to handle clean equipment without washing hands in between. CDI by instruction. Observed food employee wash hand then turn faucet off with bare hands after washing. CDI, employee rewashed hands then turned faucet off with towel.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (A) (2) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11. Observed food employee washing lid at prep sink in corner of kitchen and not sanitize equipment after cleaning. CDI, equipment relocated to 3 compartment sink to sanitize and proper washing, rinsing and sanitizing of equipment and use of 3 compartment sink discussed with PIC.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf For more information on date marking please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed egg rolls exceeding date of discard and held over 7 days after thawing. CDI, egg rolls voluntarily discarded by PIC.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - Observed quat sanitizer testing over 400ppm in bucket. CDI, sanitizer diluted to required concentration.
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-204.112 (B) Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. Observed thermometer not available in stand up reach in refrigerator near counter.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by the code. Observed scrubbing pad and soiled items stored on prep sink.

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Oct 4, 2021 A 95.5 · 5 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event - Observed no written plan for vomiting and diarrheal cleanup. Handout provided to operator. CDI by instruction.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation - Observed raw shell eggs stored over RTE sauces in walk in cooler. CDI, foods relocated for proper storage.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking - Observed some sauces made from milk not date marked in reach in cooler and egg rolls which have been prepared, frozen then removed from freezer and placed in prep cooler. CDI, corrected on-site. Repeat. Ensure foods prepared and frozen are date marked effectively which may include up to 3 dates to identify date of preparation, freeze date and thaw date.
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-603.11 Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf - Observed steak on electronic menu not asterisked and does not contain DISCLOSURE or REMINDER statement. Observed printed menu containing REMINDER statement but missing DISCLOSURE statement such as "Item may be cooked to order" or "These items may contain raw or undercooked animal food". Vr required. Repeat. Some improvement made.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −1
Repeat violation
3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Observed in-use rice scoop stored in water at 77 degrees F.

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Apr 19, 2021 A 95 · 7 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Handsink observed blocked by cart with rice warmer. CDI. Moved.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Raw chicken that had been out for extended period of time without being prepped during inspection observed above 41F. CDI. Chicken was immediately prepped and cooled in refrigeration.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Shrimp sauce made in house observed lacking date marking. All employees confidently reported shrimp sauce prepared a couple days before inspection and dated appropriately. All other date marking was correct.
#23 · Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods −0.5
Follow-up verification required
3-603.11 Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf Facility has a consumer advisory on their menu for beef but no food items denoted on any form of menu. EHS will verify no later than 4/29/2021 that beef has been denoted on menus.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Salt observed unlabeled.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −1
Repeat violation
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Both sanitizer buckets checked observed below 50 ppm of quat sanitizer. Repeat violation.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Repeat violation
3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Handle of tongs observed in direct contact with crab rangoons. Repeat violation.

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Jan 11, 2021 A 94.5 · 8 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed sanitizer in 3 comp sink at 50 ppm QAC- remade to 200 ppm
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf observed raw beef stored over cooked chicken . CDI- reorganized correctly
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.Observed wiping cloth in sanitizer at 0 ppm qac CDI- remade to 200 ppm
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Observed scoop stored atop soiled lid. CDI removed
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -PfObserved no test strips present. Vr
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Follow-up verification required
5-103.12 Provide water under pressure to all fixtures.-PfObserved no hot water at outside can wash. Vr
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking - C observed employee beverage atop prep unit. CDI- removed

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “KS ASIAN XPRESS” or State ID 20600110002). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.