A95
PROSCIUTTOS PIZZERIA & PUB
20920 TORRENCE CHAPEL RD., Cornelius, NC 28031
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111588
Latest gradeA (95)
Last inspectedJul 23, 2026
Inspections on record2
On record sinceApr 9, 2026
Score history
Apr 9, 2026Higher is betterJul 23, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 23, 2026 A 95 · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Transitional Items left to complete:
4) Repair or replace all light covers in the Pizza Kitchen
8) Re-caulk all hand sinks, prep sink and 3-compartment sink
9) Refinish drying racks above 3-compartment sink to make smooth and easily cleanable.
10) Resurface main kitchen floor so that it is smooth and easily cleanable
11) Repair / replace rubber baseboards throughout the kitchen
12) Repair or replace cracked FRP wall panels on either side of the back door
13) Resurface or replace walk-in cooler shelf that is rusting so that they are smooth and easily cleanable.
15) Repair the light gap on the side of the back kitchen door
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.
Observed food debris inside of the vegetable chopper. CDI - Item was removed to be re-cleaned. No points taken due to significant improvement from last inspection.
#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 (C), (D) Reheat commercially processed, ready-to-eat food to 135F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P
Observed 125 degree meatballs and marinara after 2 hours of being reheated in the steam well. CDI - Item was rapidly heated to 165 degrees on the stove.
#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 cut tomatoes past the 7-day date mark. CDI - Item was voluntarily discarded. Improvements made from previous inspection.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. -P
Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. Observed single-service napkins stored below medications by the front register. CDI - Spray bottle was labeled. Medications were moved to bottom shelf.
#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 one bin if sugar without a label.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens 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 utensils stored inside of a bin with food debris inside.
#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 two prep cooler cutting boards with deep stains or cuts.
#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 grease an/or food debris on the sides of equipment and racks close to the dish machine.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
Observed a broken / leaking faucet for the prep sink.
Apr 9, 2026 A 96 · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Transitional Items left to complete:
1) Connect Pepsi Cooler to an approved floor drain
3) Re-grout floor near the Pizza Kitchen hand sink
4) Repair or replace all light covers in the Pizza Kitchen
5) Repair or replace water-damaged ceiling tiles in the Pizza Kitchen
6) Clean ceiling tiles in the main kitchen
8) Re-caulk all hand sinks, prep sink and 3-compartment sink
9) Refinish drying racks above 3-compartment sink to make smooth and easily cleanable.
10) Resurface main kitchen floor so that it is smooth and easily cleanable
11) Repair / replace rubber baseboards throughout the kitchen
12) Repair or replace cracked FRP wall panels on either side of the back door
13) Resurface or replace walk-in cooler shelf that is rusting so that they are smooth and easily cleanable.
14) Repair or replace pre-rinse spray hose so that it hangs one inch above the flood rim
15) Repair the light gap on the side of the back kitchen door
#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 on a rack above vegetables.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink.
Observed missing hand wash signs in the left side restaurant restrooms.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.
Observed several container lids and other utensils stored as clean with food debris. CDI - Items were pulled down to be rewashed.
#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).
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 Salami, Noodles, Ham, Prosciutto and Meatballs past the 7 day date mark. Observed missing date marks for open containers of cream. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Observed two spray bottles of chemical without labels. CDI - Chef labeled during 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 door and grease bin lid.
#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 heavy debris and syrup underneath the drink machine syrup boxes, next to the walk-in cooler.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PROSCIUTTOS PIZZERIA & PUB” or State ID 20600111588). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.