A98.5
CAPTAIN D'S
9715 E INDEPENDENCE BV, Charlotte, NC 28205
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060011238
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedMay 27, 2026
Inspections on record33
On record sinceOct 7, 2013
Score history
Oct 7, 2013Higher is betterMay 27, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 27, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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. Observed lettuce, cooling in WI in tightly sealed containers. CDI. Covers were opened. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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 handling food in kitchen without the use of a head covering. Use head coverings to protect food, equipment and utensils from possible contamination.
#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 on sides of RI coolers and cooking equipment . REPEAT
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 grout worn away between floor tiles. Replace worn away grout. REPEAT.
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 build up on floors around cooking area and ceilings. Repeat
Dec 19, 2025 A 98 · 3 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. OBSERVED A dish filled with soapy water stored directly on prep line. CDI. PIC removed. Repeat
#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 lettuce, slaw, cooling in WI in tightly sealed containers. CDI. Covers were 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 grout worn away between floor tiles. Replace worn away grout. REPEAT.
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 build up on floors around cooking area. Repeat
Aug 18, 2025 A 98 · 5 violations
#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 lettuce in prep unit at temperatures above 41F. CDI. PIC indicated that it was made this morning. PIC took the lettuce to the WI to cool it down to required temperatures.
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 .
#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 spray bottle stored on prep surface. Cdi. Pic removed.
#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 in use scoop stored with handle touching the food. CDI. PIC removed.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
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 build up on doors of RI coolers. REPEAT
**** ALL OTHER EQUIPMENT WERE CLEAN.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 grout worn away between floor tiles. Replace worn away grout. REPEAT.
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 build up on vents and floors around cooking area.
Mar 13, 2025 A 98 · 6 violations
#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 three deep metal containers of Cole slaw tightly wrapped in plastic cooling in WIC after 3 1/2 hours measuring 45F. Cole slaw would not have met cooling parameters without EHS intervention. CDI: PIC removed plastic cover and placed items in WIF to rapidly cool.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed a tray of raw salmon in reduced oxygen packaging on speed rack thawing in WIC. CDI: Employee cut open packaging to remove salmon from reduced oxygen environment.
#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 three bus tubs of flour and breading on prep counter without labels. Label all working containers of food.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed prep reach in cooler next to fryer not operable. Facility is not storing any TCS foods in unit. PIC stated a service request has been submitted for repair.
#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 build up on inside surface of reach in cooler. Clean as needed. REPEAT.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 grout worn away between floor tiles at service sink. Replace worn away grout. REPEAT. Points not escalated due to improvement since previous inspection. Management replaced worn away grout in several other areas of kitchen.
Nov 13, 2024 A 97 · 6 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: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety Observed employee could not answer EHS questions on reporting requirement for illnesses, symptoms and exposure. CDI: PIC provided education to employee on responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed empty paper towel dispenser in men’s restroom. CDI: Employee stocked paper towel dispenser.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P Observed employee go in and out of the walk in freezer while wearing gloves and return to cook line to handle food. CDI: Employee discarded gloves, washed hands and donned new gloves before returning to handle food.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed one stack of single use to go containers being stored right side up outside of their original packaging on storage counter. CDI: PIC inverted containers to protect against contamination. REPEAT.
#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 build up on outside of fryer next to standing RIC. Clean as needed.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 grout worn away between several floor tiles in kitchen near floor drain in prep area, at service sink and in front of 3 compartment sink. Replace worn away grout. REPEAT.
Jul 1, 2024 A 98 · 5 violations
#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 two containers of raw chicken being held at 44F on bottom shelf of RIC next to fryers. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded chicken.
#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 handling food in kitchen without the use of a head covering. Use head coverings to protect food, equipment and utensils from possible contamination.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed two stacks of single use to go containers and a stack of single use plates being stored outside of their original packaging right side up on shelves at cook line. CDI: PIC inverted to go containers and plates to protect from contamination.
#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 door of prep reach in cooler at front counter. Replace gasket.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 grout worn away between several floor tiles in kitchen near floor drain in prep area and in front of 3 compartment sink. Replace worn away grout.
Mar 4, 2024 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed trash can being stored in front of hand sink next to cook line. CDI: Trash can was relocated.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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, 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 container of broccoli and a container of shredded lettuce being stored in prep flip top cooler missing date marks. CDI: PIC date marked items as they were prepared within the last 24 hours. REPEAT Points not escalated due to improvement since previous inspection.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-303.12(B)(C)(D) Unpackaged food may not be stored in direct contact with undrained ice except: whole raw fruits or vegetables; cut raw vegetables such as celery, carrots, or potatoes; tofu; and raw poultry and raw fish received immersed in ice. Observed 2 bus tubs of raw shrimp being stored in direct contact with ice. PIC stated shrimp is received frozen but not immersed in ice. CDI: Shrimp was removed from ice.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
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 heavy grease build up under fryers at cook line. Clean as needed. REPEAT
Dec 7, 2023 A 98 · 5 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: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation Observed electronic employee health reporting agreement that facility uses which is missing salmonella non typhoid. CDI: EHS emailed PIC updated EHP reporting agreement with big 6 illnesses.
#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: 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 tray of cooked potatoes being held in prep RI cooler missing a date mark. CDI: PIC date marked tray as they were prepared two days ago.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
Corrected during inspection
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee wearing a watch while handling food. CDI: Employee removed watch.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster sliding door left open. PIC closed sliding door.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster missing drain plug. Replace drain plug.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 build up of grease on floors underneath fryers. Clean as needed.
Aug 3, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed employee remove gloves, wash hands and use bare hands to turn faucet off and use bare hands to dispense paper towels. CDI: Employee re-washed hands and used elbow to dispense paper towels and a paper towel as a barrier to turn faucet off.
#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 batter made with raw eggs being held at 52F in an ice bath at breading station. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded batter.
#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 handling food at cook line without the use of a hair restraint. Use hair restraint to prevent contamination of food, equipment and utensils.
May 11, 2023 A 97 · 5 violations
#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. Observed green beans that have been cooling since 8:30am this morning. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded item.
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 .
#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 green beans cooling in a large bus tub in thick portion. CDI: PIC and EHS discussed cooling methods.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
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.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
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 in bottom of small reach in freezer, and on sides of equipment including fryers and reach in units. Clean as needed.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 floors throughout facility with low grout lines. Observed damaged vents above 3 comp sink and near cook line. Repair.
Jan 25, 2023 A 94 · 7 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −4
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
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 wash their hands for a total of 10 seconds. CDI: Employee rewashed hands for 20 seconds.
#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 multiple metals containers and sheet pans with food debris still on them while being stored as clean. CDI: Items were placed to be rewashed/rinsed/sanitized.
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 .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf. Observed raw fish thawing in standing water, water was trickling from faucet. Water did not have enough velocity to agitate/remove loose particles. CDI: PIC increased water velocity to allow for loose particles to be removed in an overflow.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leak in walk in cooler. Leaking liquid was not contaminating any food products at time of inspection. Repair leak
#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 in bottom of small reach in freezer, and on the sides of reach in coolers beside the fryers. Clean as needed.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 vents above 3 compartment sink and near reach in coolers with buildup. Floors throughout facility had buildup of food residue. Clean items as needed
#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 coffee creamer stored on top shelf above facility food. CDI: PIC moved item to bottom shelf.
Oct 26, 2022 A 95 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
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 wash their hands for a total of 5 seconds and proceed to handle single service articles. CDI: Food employee rewashed hands for 20 seconds.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
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 . Observed portioned cups of house made tarter sauce sitting in ice bath on front counter holding above 41F. Ice was not properly filled to the fill line of the container to ensure products would stay cold. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded items.
Points decreased due to improvement from last 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: 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 green beans in large container not cooling fast enough according to cooling calculation (0.3). CDI: PIC moved green beans to freezer to quickly cool.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wiping cloths at 0ppm quat. CDI: employee changed out sanitizer. Sanitizer is now 200ppm quat.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-202.11 Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf. Observed cracked metal pans and plastic containers. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded items.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
REPEAT
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 flooring throughout the kitchen in need of re grouting.
Jan 25, 2022 A 94 · 9 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-103.11(A-P) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. -Pf Food Safety Checklist tool can be found at: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed PIC not ensuring rules for food safety in the code are met. During visit, multiple cold holding units observed with mechanical issues not holding TCS foods at 41f or lower and other in use cold TCS foods found to be out of temperature compliance. CDI by education of PIC regarding responsibilities related to cold holding. PIC present during inspection is not a certified food safety manager (certification belongs to back of house employee). REPEAT
#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 upright split freezer/reach in cooler at fryer area with cooler portion elevated ambient air temperature holding TCS foods including slaw and stuffed crabs above 41f. Observed under counter reach in at front line with elevated ambient air temperature holding TCS foods including cheesecake, sour cream, tartar sauce, and various sauces labeled “keep refrigerated” above 41f. CDI- TCS foods in both units held overnight discarded. Items placed into unit during AM set up returned to WIC or to alternate cooler to chill back to 41f.
Observed portioned containers of tartar sauce on ice at both fryer area and at front countertop not holding at 41f or lower. Portion cups in plastic container sitting on top of ice but no ice surrounding products to fill line. CDI- tartar sauce returned to WIC and spread out to quickly chill back to 41f.
Observed portion bags of cooked rice overfilled in container in flip top unit holding above 41f. CDI - rice returned to WIC to chill back to 41f.
REPEAT
#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 squirt bottle of chemical PIC identified as hand soap and spray bottle of chemical PIC identified as bleach with no labeling. CDI- containers labeled.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
4-301.11 Provide equipment in number and capacity so that cooling, heating, and holding temperatures are achieved. -Pf Observed split freezer/cooler unit at fryer area and front line under counter reach in cooler both with mechanical issue and elevated ambient air temperature holding TCS foods above 41f need repair. Verification required within 10 days.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed small flies in back prep area. Contact PCO for service.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Observed drip from ceiling of WIC pooling on shelving and exterior of food containers in WIC. Observed significant condensate leak from pipework in WIF with heavy ice buildup on interior surfaces and around/on food packaging. Do not store food in areas that expose them to contamination.
#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 PIC handling food without hair restraint.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed two service coolers with elevated ambient air temperatures / mechanical issues need repair. Observed dripping from ceiling seams in WIC needs repair/resealing. Observed accumulated frozen condensate on interior surfaces of WIF needs repair. Observed damaged/detached liner with insulation exposed on lid of front counter ice bin needs repair. Observed 3 compartment sink basin(s) detaching from drain boards with gap present allowing water to leak through - moldy buildup and water leakage present - repair.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 grout lines in tile work throughout back of house areas. Observed some holes in wall FRP surfaces. Repair.
Oct 4, 2021 A 93 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties
2-103.11(A-L) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. PIC observed with lack of managerial control with observed violations including hand washing and cold holding temperatures. Points will be deducted by next inspection if repeated.
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event Facility does not have vomiting and diarrheal plan documented or in place. Facility was given handout. Points will be deducted on next inspection if repeated.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −4
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 Wash hands after activities that contaminate them. -P Food employee observed touching face mask and attempting to proceed with food prep. CDI. Employee washed hands and education provided. Repeat violation.
#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 Various food items observed above 41F in WIC and RIC. CDI. All items out of temperature for >4 hours voluntarily discarded and other items moved to freezer/others RIC.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-301.11 Provide equipment in number and capacity so that cooling, heating, and holding temperatures are achieved. -Pf Walk-in cooler and one small reach-in cooler observed not able to maintain food at 41F. Facility has voluntarily closed and EHS will verify no later than 10/14/21 that WIC is functioning properly.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturers label. Wash water temperature observed at 106F.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
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. Floors throughout facility observed with excess debris/grease. Repeat violation.
Feb 9, 2021 A 94 · 8 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 When to Wash - P - Observed employee handle raw fish, remove their gloves and change to new gloves but not wash hands when changing tasks and proceed to handle clean single-service tray and equipment. Observed food employee crack raw shell egg with gloves but proceed to handle clean ice scoop without removing their gloves and washing their hands. Ensure employees change gloves and wash hands between tasks changes and anytime they become soiled. CDI by instruction.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance - PF - Observed employee dump water from pitcher at handwashing sink in kitchen. CDI by instruction to ensure handwashing sink are only used for handwashing.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P - Observed food employee crack raw shell egg with gloves but proceed to handle clean ice scoop without removing their gloves and washing their hands. Ensure employees change gloves and wash hands between tasks changes and anytime they become soiled. CDI by instruction.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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 container of green beans not date marked in WIC. Repeat.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf - Observed staff not able to locate quat sanitizer test kit. Vr required by 2/19/21.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Ensure shelving clean throughout. Observed soil accumulating on shelving on rack near 3 compartment sink and
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions - C- Observed heavy buildup of grease / residues on floor and under cooking equipment at prep line. Repeat.
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed baseboard tile damage in kitchen and floor in need of grout in some areas of kitchen. Observed ceiling tile hanging from ceiling in dining room.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Repeat violation
6-501.14 Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition - C - Observed ceiling ventilation accumulating heavy dust. Repeat.
Sep 29, 2020 A 96 · 6 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC on site did not have ANSI accredited certified food protection manager certification.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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 - Observed 1 container of green beans not date marked. CDI, green beans voluntarily discarded by PIC.
#31 · 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 - Observed cut lettuce cooling in tightly covered container at 45 degrees F. CDI, lettuce transferred to shallow sheet pan to facilitate heat transfer. Repeat.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices - PF - Observed no indicator for test strips on-site. Vr to ensure effective test kit provided for quat sanitizer.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions - C- Observed heavy buildup of grease / residues on floor and under cooking equipment at prep line. Repeat.
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed baseboard tile damage in kitchen and floor in need of grout in some areas of kitchen.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-501.14 Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition - C - Observed ceiling ventilation accumulating heavy dust and fan inside tall prep cooler accumulating debris and in need of cleaning.
Feb 26, 2020 A 93 · 10 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep surface.
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 When to Wash - P - Observed employee enter kitchen but not wash hands and touch face but not wash hands before proceeding to handle clean equipment. CDI by instruction.
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation - P - Observed raw fish removed from commercial packaging and stored over okra and vegetable. CDI, foods relocated for proper storage.
#31 · 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 beans cooling in container with lid on in walk in cooler. CDI- Lid removed to allow rapid cooling. Observed beans cooling at 75 degrees F at 10:42 and at 71 degrees F at 11:21am.
#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. Observed some shaker containers of spices not labeled by common name of food.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed prep employee with beard not wearing hair or beard restraint while handling food.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-903.11 Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed clean knives stored in rice container in contact with soiled area of container / bag.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C - Observed split gaskete on prep cooler at end of prep line and walk in freezer. Observed 3 lights out under ventilation hood system.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean crumbs and food debris from prep cooler door gakets and inside low prep coolers.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C - Secure / repair outlet fixture to wall behind prep line.
6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions - C- Observed heavy buildup of grease / residues on floor and under cooking equipment at prep line.
May 17, 2019 A 94.5 · 5 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −3
Repeat violation
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Clean dark build up from inside ice machine.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Repeat 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 Rice cooling in container with lid on in walk in cooler. CDI- Lid removed to allow rapid cooling.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-202.11 Food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf Replace split door gasket on reach in cooler at end of cook line.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean crumbs and food debris from prep cooler door gakets and inside low prep coolers.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
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. 6-502.12 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. Secure cook line handsink to wall and caulk back of sink to wall. Clean floors under cook line; clean heavy dust from vents and surrounding ceiling tiles above cook line. Replace broken base board tiles on wall at end of cook line and on half wall separating cook line and prep area.
Jan 8, 2019 A 96 · 5 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands.-P Employee recontaminated hands after washing by touching faucet handles with bare hands. CDI- Educated employee on proper way to use paper towel as barrier between hand and faucet; employee rewashed hands.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Clean dark build up from inside ice machine.
#31 · 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 Slaw cooling in large container with lid on in walk in cooler. CDI- Lid removed to allow rapid cooling.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean crumbs from low prep cooler door gaskets and inside prep coolers and prep freezer.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-502.12 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. Clean floors behind cook line equipment and dust from ceiling at cook line.
Oct 2, 2018 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean crumbs and food debris from inside reach in cooler.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-502.12 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. Clean floors in walk in freezer and behind cook line equipment.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. Light shield missing from light panel above ice machine. Replace.
May 4, 2018 A 94 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P Line cook attempted hand wash while wearing gloves. CDI - PIC made employee discard gloves and wash hands.
#19 · 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 Chicken tenders, fish, and deviled crabs holding below 135F under heat lamps. CDI - All discarded. Discussed possibility of using time on these items; PIC indicated that they have hold times for these items in policy however no formal procedure or method of tracking hold times observed.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Line cook is wearing a watch while working with food. Remove watch.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and 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. Visible floating debris present in wiping cloth bucket. Also, sanitizer concentration of bucket below 200ppm quat. CDI - Bucket dumped and remade.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean crumbs and debris from reach in cooler door gaskets and dust build up from walk in freezer fan guards.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-502.12 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. Clean floors under cook line equipment.
Dec 28, 2017 A 94 · 7 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands.-P
Observed employee wash their hands without using soap. CDI-Stopped the employee and had them wash their hands properly. REPEAT.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf
Observed ice that had been dumped into the hand washing sink. CDI-The ice was melted down and explained that the hand washing sink can only be used for hand washing.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P
Observed raw eggs stored above coffee mate containers. CDI-The eggs were removed to another shelf in the walk in cooler.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P
Observed the tarter sauce and the slaw cold holding above 45F in the containers of ice. CDI-More ice was brought out to the containers.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed damaged gasket to the small reach in cooler door. Have replaced. REPEAT.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
Observed cleaning needed to the small reach in cooler, and the tall fish reach in cooler. Have cleaned. REPEAT.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
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 cleaning needed to the walls behind the prep lines and fryers, and the ceilings. Have cleaned. REPEAT.
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 damaged cove molding on the walls near the sandwich prep unit. Have repaired.
Oct 4, 2017 A 93.5 · 7 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands.-P
Observed manager washing hands with gloves on. CDI-Stopped the manager and had him take off the gloves and start over on the hand washing.
#7 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment.-P
Observed manager bare handing cooked fish. CDI-Stopped the employee, had the fish discarded and glove were properly put on. REPEAT.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.
Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on the back prep table not in use. CDI-The cloth was placed into the sanitizer bucket.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed torn gasket to the front small reach in cooler. The facility has replaced all of the damaged gaskets from the last inspection. VERY GOOD!
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
Observed buildup on the dry storage rack and the hand washing sink. Have cleaned. HUGE IMPROVEMENT FROM LAST INSPECTION. VERY GOOD!
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
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 cleaning needed to the floors and ceilings of the facilities. Have cleaned. REPEAT.
#54 · Meets ventilation and 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 apple juice stored in a large bin storing the bisque cups. CDI-The bottle of juice was removed and placed with the employees possessions.
May 15, 2017 A 90 · 10 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink stored on a card board box holding single service cups. CDI-The drink was discarded.
#7 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment.-P Observed employee bare handing hamburger buns. CDI-The product was discarded, the employee washed their hands and donned on gloves.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed raw eggs stored above single packaged creamer. CDI-The creamers were moved to another location.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and 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 buildup on the food slicer that was stored on the clean equipment rack. CDI-The slicer was brought back to the 3-compartment sink for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed slaw holding above 45F in two ice pans. Also observed rice, the lettuce holding above 45F in the flip top unit. CDI-The products were discarded.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed the back door not fully closing. There is a gap between the door frame and the door, where the outside can be seen. Have repaired.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed multiple flies throughout the facility. Increase pest management.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 weak sanitizer in the sanitizer bucket in the front area. CDI-The sanitizer was remade.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed multiple torn gaskets throughout the reach in coolers doors. Have repaired. Also observed damaged baseboards in the walk in cooler. Have repaired. REPEAT.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed buildup on the racks in the tall reach in coolers, and the red hot hold lights. Have cleaned.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
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 damaged baseboards underneath the electrical paneling, and the wall behind the flip top cooler unit. Have repaired. REPEAT.
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 on the walls and floors throughout the facility. Have cleaned. REPEAT.
Nov 14, 2016 A 94 · 6 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager onsite during inspection today. Manager stated she will be going in two weeks to take the class.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed wrench stored in the hand wash sink upon entering kitchen. CDI-The wrench was removed.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged gaskets to the tall reach in cooler and the 2 door tall reach in cooler. Observed damaged lid to the front ice container and damaged baseboards in the walk in cooler. Manager stated that a new lid, and gaskets were on order and maintainer had been called for the baseboards in the walk in cooler.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed heavy buildup on the heat lamps, on the inside of the small reach in cooler with the flip top unit. Needs thorough cleaning.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed loose faucet causing slight leak at the sink where the kettle is located. Have repaired.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
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 corner of wall in poor repair. Tiles need replacing and the FRP secured back to the wall.
Jul 22, 2016 A 90.5 · 9 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Observed no certified food protection manager onsite today.
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
Observed american cheese stacked too high on the flip top table holding at >45F today- moved below where it could cool quickly.
Observed raw fish set out to wait on an order but it had risen to 70F- product cooked to correct- it had only been out for 30 minutes. Foods may not sit out.
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −2
Repeat violation
Observed clorox cleaner stored in a bottle labeled as sanitizer. Bottle relabeled during inspection.
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Observed daylight showing through at the backdoor. Provide weather stripping to prevent pest entrance.
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed <100ppm quat in a bucket today. Remade to correct so that it was maintained from 150-400ppm.
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
Observed a broken container used to hold flour and another used to hold mac and cheese- keep food contact surfaces in good repair so they can be cleaned thoroughly.
Observed a broken lid on the ice bin up front.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
. Observed build up on walk in fans, walk in rack, warming lights, gasket etc.
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
Observed build up on floors in different areas.
observed build up on walls in different areas and on the ceiling near the walk in cooler.
observed low grout throughout and some broken/missing tiles.
observed baseboard tile that has pulled away from the wall.
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.6-502.12 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.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −1
Repeat violation
Observed endcaps on freezer lights missing today.
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles.
Apr 18, 2016 A 90.5 · 9 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Observed no certified food protection manager onsite today- PIC's certificate had expired last year.
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed dishes being sanitized in 0ppm chlorine solution. No bleach was onsite. Bleach aquired during inspection and mixed up in sink at 50-100ppm to correct. Dishes resanitized that were on the air drying board.
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
Corrected during inspection
Observed fish batter stored without a time on this product and no time sheet available- PIC stated that it is out about 30 minutes before using it all. Back timed today and TILT sheet emailed to PIC to fill out and keep onsite.
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
Observed a chemical near the 3 comp. sink that was not labeled and no one knew what it was- smelled like degreasor.
Product discarded during inspection to correct.
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
Observed broken plastic inside of the 1 door cooler, and torn gaskets on a couple cold hold units.
Observed a cracked sugar container lid.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
Observed build up on rack near oven, backs of fryers, walk in racks, and road salt container.
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Observed a leaking 3 comp. sink today.
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
Observed missing floor tiles, low grout, and loose/gapped baseboard today in the kitchen, can wash, and walk in cooler.
Observed broken/gapped FRP on walls.
Clean floor drains and ceiling vents.
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.6-502.12 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.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −1
Repeat violation
Observed endcaps on freezer lights missing.
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles.
Jan 27, 2016 A 92 · 11 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
Observed build up on tea nozzles today. Wash, rinse, and sanitize these daily to prevent growth.
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination.
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed a catfish stored away from the heat lamp and it was holding at <135F(see chart). Discarded by PIC today. Repositon lights to provide more heat coverage or do not store fish that far away.
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
Observed degreasor spray bottle stored next to fry baskets today- moved to be stored in the designated chemical storage area.
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
Observed a bucket of sanitizer at 0ppm today- remade to correct.
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Observed build up on the clean dish airdry rack today.
4-903.11 Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
Observed customer lids set out on the counter with the food side exposed to customers.
Provide a dispenser for these or sleeve them so they may not be contaminated by customers.
4-904.11 Display and handle single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination.
Observed single use lids behind the counter with debris and a piece of hair on them-discarded today.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
Observed broken shelving in the walk in, torn gaskets on lowboy, broken plastic on the 1 door reach in cooler.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
Observed build up on heat lamps, cooler vents, some gaskets, metal rack above conveyor oven, metal racks in walk in etc.
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
#51 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied and cleaned
Observed no covered trashcan in the women's restroom.
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-502.12 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 grease and food build up on the floors today under equipment, and in floor drains.
Observed dust and grease build up on the walls today.
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/missing grout on the floor in places(especially dish line and can wash).
Observed a hole in the FRP at the 3 comp. sink.
Observed base board pulling away from the wall in the walk in cooler.
Observed missing tiles near the back door and in the canwash.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Repeat violation
Observed endcaps on freezer lights missing today.
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles.
Oct 29, 2015 A 93 · 8 violations
#18 · Proper cooling time and 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 45F. -P
Observed baked potatoes that had been cooked 3 hours prior and still had not fallen below 70F(see chart).
Potatoes discarded today.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P
Observed lettuce and tomato stored at >45F in the top of the prep cooler on the line today- products discarded to correct. Maintainence needs to be called to repair. VR in 10 days to see repair.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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 baked potatoes that had been cooling in a thin portion, not completely covered, in the walk in today and still did not meet the safe time frame mentioned in item #18. employee stated that the potatoes stayed on the counter to cool some before placing into the walk in cooler.
Do not cool at room temp. Recommend to place potatoes in freezer until they fall to 70F and then move them to the walk in cooler to continue that cooling process.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed the prep cooler leaking underneath today.
Observed a cracked ice bin lid on the register line.
Observed leaking fryers.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
Observed build up on fryers, gaskets, heat lamps, cooler fans, and piping.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.115 Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures - C
Observed grease on the ground around the grease bin.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-502.12 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 grease and food build up on the floors today under equipment, and in floor drains.
Observed dust and grease build up on the walls today.
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/missing grout on the floor in places(especially dish line and can wash).
Observed a hole in the FRP at the 3 comp. sink.
Observed base board pulling away from the wall in the walk in cooler.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles.
Observed endcaps on the freezer lights today missing.
May 26, 2015 A 96 · 6 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
Observed PIC not a certified food protection manager.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P
Observed several items inside top and bottom of prep cooler (see temperature chart) > 45F. CDI - all items pulled and transferred to walk-in cooler. Maintenance was notified.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed heavy condensation leak and ice build-up around vent area at bottom of prep cooler on main line. Cooler needs repair. See violation #20. Maintenance notified.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
Observed grease and dust build-up on sides of cooking equipment including fry equipment.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
Observed pipe leaking under 3-comp sink.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
Observed various areas inside kitchen where baseboard and floor tiles are missing/cracked.
6-502.12 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 ceiling tiles on cook line with grease/dust build-up.
Oct 31, 2014 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Corrected during inspection
4-101.11 Food contact surfaces shall be made of safe materials. No odor, color or taste can migrate during multi-use. Materials shall be smooth, cleanable, durable and nonabsorbent. Observed cardboard on lower shelf of prep table. Remove or change daily. Gaskets on refrigerated make table need replaced. Friers need fronts replaced. Shelving with corrosion need replaced. Gave instruction.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.-P Observed leaking pipe at 3-comp sink. Gave instruction to repair.
#50 · Sewage and waste water properly disposed −1
Corrected during inspection
5-402.11 Prevent backflow between a sewage system and drains of equipment in which food, portable equipment or utensils are placed. -P Provide air gap at discharge pipes for ice machine and prep sink. Gave instruction to issue.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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. Floors thorough out are in need of grouting. Standing water at can wash, front line, near 3-comp. Provide floor adequate for proper cleaning.
Jun 23, 2014 A 95 · 8 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Employees must wash hands as often as necessary to maintain clean as well as before putting on gloves to work with food. Observed two employees put on gloves and work with food without washing hands. CDI by instruction; employees removed gloves and washed hands.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11 (A) All food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Observed food debris on a few metal trays and pans. CDI by placing items at 3 compartment sink to be rewashed.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Maintain all cold foods 45F and below. Observed sliced tomatoes 48F, and shredded lettuce 51F in top of prep unit on line. CDI by removing items. Ensure lid is maintained closed to facilitate proper temperatures.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 All potentially hazardous, ready to eat foods in refrigeration for more than 24 hours must be labeled with the date prepared/opened or discard date. Observed slices of american cheese, container of chopped cabbage and container of cooked green beans without dates. CDI by labeling with dates.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Maintain chlorine sanitizer 50-200ppm. Observed two sanitizer buckets with over 200ppm. CDI by emptying and refilling. Instruction given to employee on how to properly mix and test sanitizer.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
Corrected during inspection
2-303.11 Employees preparing food may not wear any jewelry on their hands or wrists except for a plain smooth wedding band. Observed employee wearing bracelets. CDI by instruction with employee; bracelets removed.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Corrected during inspection
5-202.11 All plumbing fixtures must be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. Observed porcelain hand sink at entrance to kitchen cracked.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-501.12 Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to maintain clean. Observed heavy dust accumulation on ceiling around vents on cook line. Also observed heavy grease residue collecting on floor and walls behind and under fryers.
Oct 7, 2013 A 95.5 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager - At least one EMPLOYEE who has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control FOOD preparation and service shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-ACCREDITED PROGRAM. PIC had no food protection manager certification. Gave instruction and reminded of the January 1, 2014 deadline for compliance.
#2 · Management and food employee knowledge, and conditional employee; responsibilities and reporting.
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11 (M) Person in Charge-Duties - Employee health agreement required. No health agreement available. Gave instruction and copy of form.
#7 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-301.11 Preventing Contamination from Hands - Assure no bare hand contact with ready to eat food. Observed employee touch cooked food without gloves. Gave instructions. •
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency - Maintain all food contact surfaces properly cleaned and sanitized. Observed biofilm in ice machine. Cleaning process began.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Hot and Cold Holding - Store all cold foods at 45 F or below. Observed tub of fish on bottom shelf in upright at > 45 F for less than 4 hours. All other food temperatures in unit were appropriate. The air flow may have been blocked by sheet pan on top shelf. The fish was returned to the walkin for quick chill. The sheet pan was reduced to smaller pans to allow for air flow. Gave instruction to monitor for appropriate temperatures.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate
Corrected during inspection
4-302.12 Food Temperature Measuring Devices - Provide and use small diameter probe thermometer for temping small mass foods. No thermometer available. Gave instruction.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - Observed upright freezer and low reachin not holding appropriately. The low reachin refrigerator only contains non-PHFs. The freezer is only stocked as needed. Gave instruction to have equipment repaired.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CAPTAIN D'S” or State ID 2060011238). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.