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A97

OUTRIGGER AT SAFE HARBOR PENINSULA CLUB

18501 HARBOR LIGHT BV, Cornelius, NC 28031
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110891
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedAug 19, 2026
Inspections on record7
On record sinceMar 14, 2024

Score history

7085100 Mar 14, 2024: 100Aug 29, 2024: 97Oct 18, 2024: 93Jun 6, 2025: 97Jul 25, 2025: 95.5Jun 16, 2026: 96.5Aug 19, 2026: 97
Mar 14, 2024Higher is betterAug 19, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 19, 2026 A 97 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: EHS recommends printing Aquaculture Salon Letter for the Outrigger bulletin board. All bar utensils are made from plastic
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 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 missing date marks for cut melon and guacamole. CDI - Items were dated for the day they were prepared.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed two bottles of chemicals stored above condiments. CDI - Items were placed on the bottom shelf. Improvements made from previous inspection.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several flies inside of the pool kitchen.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed missing caulk for the 3-compartment sink. Improvements made on equipment from previous inspection.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed open dumpster doors.

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Jun 16, 2026 A 96.5 · 7 violations
Inspector comments: EHS recommends printing Aquaculture Salon Letter for the Outrigger bulletin board. All bar utensils are made from plastic
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 2-401.11 (A). Employee beverages must be stored in a designated area where contamination of food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, and single-use articles cannot occur. Observed an employee drink stored above single service items.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed missing handwashing signs for the restrooms.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 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). Observed missing date marks for thawed diced chicken, an open container of milk and cooked onions. CDI - Items were dated for the date they were opened/prepared. Improvements made from previous inspection.
#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 7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Observed two bottles of chemicals stored above single-service items. Observed a can of “Hot Shot” Wasp spray that is not rated for commercial kitchen use. CDI - Chemicals were moved to a lower shelf and “Hotshot” spray was removed from the kitchen.
#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 a container of salt without a label.
#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 a box of single-service items stored on the floor of the kitchen.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. 4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed deep cuts and stains in the prep cooler cutting board. Observed caulk peeling / missing from behind the 3-compartment sink.

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Jul 25, 2025 A 95.5 · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Salmon Aquaculture letter present
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
2-401.11 (A). Employee beverages must be stored in a designated area where contamination of food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, and single-use articles cannot occur. Observed an employee drink stored above condiments.
#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 raw ground beef stored above cream, raw chicken stored above lettuce and raw salmon stored above tortillas in the reach-in cooler. CDI - All items were moved to the correct location. 3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed a bin of tortilla bowls stored on a shelf with no lid or protective covering.
#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 0ppm chlorine in the dish machine. CDI - Empty bottle of chlorine sanitizer was replaced.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
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). Observed missing date marks for most items in the prep cooler and low boy. CDI - Items were date marked for the days they were prepared.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. CDI - Manager labeled during inspection.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies in several areas of the kitchen.
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed cut avocado’s with stickers still attached.
#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 deep cuts and stains in the prep cooler cutting board.

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Jun 6, 2025 A 97 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed vanilla and chocolate ice cream mixes being held above 41F in ice cream machine. PIC placed unit out of service and submitted work order during inspection. EHS will return within 3 days to verify unit repaired and able to maintain TCS foods at or below 41F. REPEAT VIOLATION. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 (A) Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder. -Pf Observed no disclosure on “salmon BLT” offered MTO on menu. CDI: PIC reprinted menu during inspection.

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Oct 18, 2024 A 93 · 7 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 Observed no EH policy with "big 6" illnesses in facility at time of inspection. CDI: Education provided and PIC printed and posted copy of EH policy.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at hand sink. CDI: Food employee provided paper towels. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed low chlorine sanitizer at dish machine- 0ppm. No sanitizer container connected to dish machine. CDI: Education provided and PIC provided chlorine container and primed- 100ppm.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P Observed chopper lettuce not meet cooling parameters. Product prepared @2pm and @7pm product above 41F. CDI: Education provided and PIC voluntarily discarded product.
#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 Observed bleu chz and raw tuna being held above 41F in make table. Products prepared 10/11/24. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded product. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
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 raw tuna and bleu chz with date labels of 10/11/24. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded product. Observed several TCS foods prepared today 10/18/24 with no date labels. CDI: Education provided and product labeled. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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 Observed chopped lettuce, shredded chicken, and sautéed onions cooling in make table. Observed sliced tomatoes cooling in low boy. Observed cut melon and raw shrimp cooling in 2-door reach-in cooler. Products prepared today between 2pm-3:30pm. CDI: Education provided, products moved to reach-in freezer for rapid cooling (chicken, onion, tomato, melon, shrimp), and lettuce voluntarily discarded. Chicken did not meet cooling parameters after moving to reach-in freezer so PIC voluntarily discarded.

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Aug 29, 2024 A 97 · 7 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf No hand towels at hand sink. CDI added hand towels.
#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 cooked ground beef in upright cooler > 41F. CDI by discard by PIC. Observed sliced tomatoes in upright cooler > 41F. CDI- Cooled down and returned to cooler. 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 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 sliced tomato and chopped romaine lettuce without date mark (yesterday per PIC). CDI by date mark. 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 Observed anchovies in prep cooler with 8-21 date mark. CDI- discard by PIC. 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 aerosol sun screen stored on shelf above prep table. CDI- removed and placed in designated personal items location.
#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 container of cooking oil on cook line without label.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed house flies and fruit flies in the kitchen.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.13 Provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. Floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. Observed standing water in kitchen above capped drain or cleanout in front of dish machine.

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Mar 14, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Initial inspection. Facility to resume operations 03/15/24. Staff currently deep cleaning facility. EHS will make return visit to verify food safety compliance/temperatures/food handling/etc.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “OUTRIGGER AT SAFE HARBOR PENINSULA CLUB” or State ID 20600110891). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.