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A99

NONNA MARIA'S ITALIAN DELI & MARKET

2332 MATTHEWS TOWNSHIP PY, STE A, Matthews, NC 28105
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110545
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedOct 20, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceJan 12, 2023

Score history

7085100 Jan 12, 2023: 90Apr 25, 2023: 90.5Aug 1, 2023: 97Nov 7, 2023: 96.5Mar 21, 2024: 98Sep 5, 2024: 94.5Dec 17, 2024: 94.5Jun 23, 2025: 95Sep 2, 2025: 97.5Feb 6, 2026: 98.5Jun 16, 2026: 99Oct 20, 2026: 99
Jan 12, 2023Higher is betterOct 20, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 20, 2026 A 99 · 4 violations
#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 chicken stored directly between bread. CDI. PIC removed. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
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 working bottles of powder sugar at prep station without labels. Label all working containers of food.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed multiple employees without hair nets or head coverings.
#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 cleaning needed on prep top covers.

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Jun 16, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. Observed sanitizer being stored on single use to go plastic papers. CDI: Sanitizer was relocated.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed floor drain pipe under 3 comp sink in need of repair.

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Feb 6, 2026 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . 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 milk from 3 days ago without dates. CDI. PIC dated. Repeat ***** improvement from last time 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 .

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Sep 2, 2025 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
Corrected during inspection
REPEAT 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 facility with an incomplete employee health policy. CDI: EHS provided documentation.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a dish cover being stored on hand sink in back prep area. CDI: Employee relocated sanitizer.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . 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 items in RI and WI without dates. CDI. PIC date marked. 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 .
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed multiple employees without hair nets or head coverings.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed opened dumpster outside.

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Jun 23, 2025 A 95 · 5 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 For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation Observed raw shell eggs being stored above ready to eat foods in prep flip top cooler. CDI: Employee re-arranged items to proper storage order. REPEAT. Points not escalated due to multiple violations on previous report.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 . Observed all TCS foods being held above 41F both in top and bottom of prep cooler behind front counter. See temp chart. Employee voluntarily discarded items which were held in cooler longer than 4 hours and voluntarily discarded all other items. VERIFICATION REQUIRED within 3 days to ensure cooler is holding foods at proper temperature. REPEAT.
#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: 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . 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 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 . Observed a plate of rice balls being held in dessert display case without a date mark. CDI: PIC date marked rice balls as they were prepared 48 hours ago. Observed a container of fried eggplant date marked 6/6 being held in walk in cooler. CDI: PIC discarded eggplant.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed a soiled wiping cloth being stored on prep counter. CDI: Employee placed wiping cloth in properly concentrated bucket of sanitizer.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a torn gasket on prep cooler behind front counter. Replace torn gasket.

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Dec 17, 2024 A 94.5 · 6 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
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 beverage being stored on prep counter. CDI: Employee removed their beverage from prep counter.
#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 For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation Observed a container of raw shell eggs being stored on shelf in WIC above boxes of unwashed produce. Also observed a container of Baccala boneless salt cod, in which PIC was unsure if product was raw or fully cooked, that was being stored in meat display case on shelf above ready to eat foods. CDI: Employee re-arranged items to proper storage order. 3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P Observed employee rinse soiled gloves in 3 compartment sink. CDI: Employee discarded soiled gloves after EHS intervention.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 . Observed containers of pastrami and sausage being held above 41F in household prep reach in cooler on top of counter top. See temp chart. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded items. REPEAT.
#29 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan
Corrected during inspection
3-502.12 Obtain Health Dept approval for the HACCP plan required for on site reduced oxygen packaging. -P/Pf Observed provolone cheeses being held in meat and cheese display case that were vacuum sealed by staff on the premises on 12/9. Establishment does not have approval from the Health Department or a HACCP plan for on site reduced oxygen packaging. CDI: Staff voluntarily discarded cheeses and EHS provided guidance and forms to PIC via email. PIC has agreed to stop on site reduced oxygen packaging foods until HACCP plan is approved by the Health department.
#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 working bottles of oils, vinegars and condiments at prep station without labels. Label all working containers of food.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed small household cooler on prep counter being used to store food items. Replace cooler with ANSI certified or equivalent cooler. REPEAT.

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Sep 5, 2024 A 94.5 · 7 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed two deep covered plastic containers of marinara cooling from previous night at a temperature of 70F. CDI: PIC discarded marinara.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 . Observed provolone, American and Swiss cheese being held in prep flip top cooler, most items being held in small reach in cooler on prep counter in back prep room and a container of manicotti and lasagna with meat sauce in grab and go all being held above 41F. See temp chart. CDI: PIC placed cheeses from prep flip top cooler in WIC to rapidly cool and voluntarily discarded all other items. REPEAT.
#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: 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed a plate of rice balls being held in dessert display case missing a date mark. CDI: PIC date marked rice balls as they were prepared yesterday.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed two deep covered plastic containers of marinara cooling from previous night at a temperature of 70F. CDI: PIC discarded marinara. REPEAT.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. Observed containers of seafood salad and octopus salad and one container of stuffed shells in grab and go cooler missing labels. Label containers. 3-602.11 (B) (5) Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the major food allergens contained in the food -Pf. Observed containers of seafood salad, octopus salad and one container of stuffed shells in grab and go cooler missing allergen information. VERIFICATION REQUIRED within 10 days to ensure allergen information is added to label.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed small household cooler on prep counter being used to store food items. Replace cooler with ANSI certified or equivalent cooler. REPEAT.
#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 employee cell phone on prep counter. CDI: PIC removed cell phone.

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Mar 21, 2024 A 98 · 5 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation Observed a box of unwashed eggplant being stored on top shelf of WIC above ready to eat foods. Store unwashed produce separate ready to eat food items.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed a container of soppressata, salami and capicola being held in prep flip top cooler at 49F. CDI: Items were moved to WIC to rapidly cool as employee stated she sliced them 2 hours prior and put them straight into prep cooler. REPEAT. Points reduced to half points due to improvement since previous inspection.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed a metal container of breaded chicken covered cooling in WIC and sliced provolone and Swiss cheese tightly wrapped in plastic cooling in display case at rates insufficient to reach cooling parameters. See temp chart. CDI: PIC moved both items to reach in freezer to rapidly cool.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed back door propped open. CDI: PIC closed door.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed small household cooler on prep counter being used to store food items. Replace cooler with ANSI certified or equivalent cooler.

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Nov 7, 2023 A 96.5 · 5 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed a container of sliced pepperoni, salami and cappacuola being stored in prep flip top cooler and a container of roasted red peppers, a container of tomato mozzarella salad, sliced provolone and sliced Swiss cheese being held in display case and a jar of roasted tomatoes being held on prep counter all above 41F. See temp chart. CDI: Employee voluntarily discarded all items in display case and deli meats in prep flip top cooler were moved to WIC to rapidly cool. Roasted tomatoes on prep counter were placed on emergency TPHC. REPEAT
#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 is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P 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 . Observed a chub of turkey date marked 10/29 and a chub of roast beef date marked for 10/31. CDI: Employee discarded items.
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
3-603.11 (A) Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf Observed missing consumer advisory for lox being served raw on big board menu behind service counter. VERIFICATION REQUIRED within 10 days to ensure consumer advisory is added to posted menu behind service counter.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. Observed a bucket of properly concentrated sanitizer being stored on floor behind register. CDI: PIC placed sanitizer bucket on bottom shelf of storage shelf.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturer label. -Pf Observed wash solution temperature of 91F while in use to wash equipment and utensils. CDI: Employee filled wash basin with hot water to raise the wash solution temperature to 113F.

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Aug 1, 2023 A 97 · 6 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a spray bottle of sanitizer being stored on hand sink in back prep area. CDI: Employee relocated sanitizer.
#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 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed a container of half and half being held on a cold plate next to grill at 55F. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded container. PIC stated he will start holding half and half on TPHC.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed a bowl of pasta salad and a bowl of tortellini covered with tightly wrapped plastic cooling in display case at a rate insufficient to reach cooling parameters. See temp chart. CDI: Items were moved to RIF to rapidly cool.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
Repeat violation
3-602.11 (B) (5) Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the major food allergens contained in the food -Pf. Observed most items packaged on premises in grab n go cooler missing allergen information on label. VERIFICATION REQUIRED within 10 days to ensure major food allergens contained in the food are added to labels. REPEAT, points not escalated due to multiple violations under same line item on previous inspection.
#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 boxes containing cans of tomato sauce being stored on floor in hallway next to register. Store food at least 6 inches above the floor.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 single use cups and single use containers being stored on floor in hallway next to register. Store single use items at least 6 inches above the floor.

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Apr 25, 2023 A 90.5 · 11 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 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 facility without an employee health policy. CDI: EHS provided documentation.
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 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 open bags of chips being stored on scale above in use prep table. CDI: Item removed.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P. Observed raw shell eggs being stored above cheese and ready to eat deli meats in walk in cooler. VR required within 3 days. REPEAT For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed mushrooms being stored over ready to eat foods such as cooked eggplant and cooked beef in walk in cooler. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P. Observed containers of pasta with meat sauce hot holding below 135F in hot box CDI: PIC reheated items to above 165F. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
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 lox/cream cheese with a prep date of 4/3 and cooked chicken and eggplant without dates. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded lox/cream cheese, and properly dated chicken and eggplant. 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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. Observed sanitizer being stored on prep top directly beside food in prep. CDI: Sanitizer was relocated.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
Follow-up verification required
3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. 3-602.11 (B) (5) Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the major food allergens contained in the food -Pf. Observed multiple items in customer grab n go case without labels including ingredients, quantity of contents, allergens or common name of food. Observed baked ziti in grab n go case with only list of ingredients. VR required within 10 days. 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 multiple in use squeeze bottle without labels. Label items.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-306.13(B)(C) Consumer self-service operations shall have utensils or effective dispensing methods to protect the food from contamination and be monitored by trained food employees.-Pf. Observed dried sausage in customer grab n go case uncovered and without tongs or other utensils. CDI: Sausage removed from customer case.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed multiple employees without hair nets or head coverings.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils may not be cloth dried. Observed employee cloth drying cutting boards and sheet pans.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards with deep cuts and grooves. Replace.

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Jan 12, 2023 A 90 · 18 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
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 pic failed to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of employee health. CDI handouts re-given
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 not in compliance yet CDI handout given again
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
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 beverage stored on main prep refrigeration. CDI removed
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P For more information on handwashing, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M . Observed food employee recontaminate hands on handles after hand washing. CDI hands rewashed 2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P observed food employee fail to wash hands multiple times before donning gloves and working with food.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed food basket in hand wash sink by front counter. CDI - item was removed.
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P observed bag of basil partially liquified via decomposition CDI discarded
#15 · Food separated & protected
Follow-up verification required
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 open package of raw meat stored over bread in reach in freezer.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 . Observed deli slicer with food debris on blade and food contact surfaces. Food employee stated that slicer was last cleaned the night before. CDI - slicer was broken down to be rewashed.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed marinara cooling in walk in at a rate not sufficient to meet required cooling parameters. See temp chart. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded.
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed multiple items hot held in steam well in kitchen below 135 F. See temp chart. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded.
#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 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & 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 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 multiple deli pastas or bean offerings and smoked salmon not covered under commercially processed deli salad list, date marked 14-30 days. CDI discarded and date marking procedures changed
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 (B)(2) Consumer Advisory Disclosures that are asterisked to a footnote shall state, * Items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. -Pf observed no footnote. Vr 3-603.11 (C )(2) A Consumer Advisory Reminder shall include asterisking the food item to a footnote that states: * Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.- Pf observed no asterisks to link CA to undercooked animal proteins.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed cooling marinara tightly covered in plastic container in walk in cooler.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies in front kitchen.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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 multiple working containers of food stored on floor
#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. Observed container of thousand island dressing with utensil inside in the food.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
4-502.13 Single-use and single-service articles cannot be reused. Observed single use plastic bags being reused for food storage according to food employee. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded due to hot hold violation.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “NONNA MARIA'S ITALIAN DELI & MARKET” or State ID 20600110545). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.