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A98

IMPERIAL TREASURE, THE

1826 WINDSOR SQUARE DR, Matthews, NC 28105
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111663
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedJun 9, 2026
Inspections on record1
On record sinceJun 9, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jun 9, 2026 A 98 · 9 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed raw chicken commingled with raw beef. CDI. PIC separated. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf. Observed beef thawing without running water. CDI. PIC ran water on it.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed multiple food items stored directly on the floor through out the facility. Food needs to be 6 inches above the floor.
#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 employee working with food without hair covers.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils may not be cloth dried. Observed employee cloth drying dishes. 4-903.11(B)(1) Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying. Observed wet stacking of dishes in the cleaned dish area.CDI. Education was provided on cleaned dish handling
#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 facility using ninja blender that is not ANSI certified.
#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 in RI and micro waves.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. observed one of the bathrooms in the female restrooms in disrepair.
#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 phones stored on prep surface. CDI. PIC removed.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “IMPERIAL TREASURE, THE” or State ID 20600111663). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.