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A98

WHY NOT PIZZA

7008 E W T HARRIS BV, Charlotte, NC 28215
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060017532
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedAug 27, 2026
Inspections on record35
On record sinceOct 30, 2013

Score history

7085100 Oct 30, 2013: 97.5Apr 8, 2014: 97Aug 4, 2014: 96.5Nov 19, 2014: 96Mar 27, 2015: 97Aug 25, 2015: 95Jan 14, 2016: 97.5Apr 18, 2016: 96Aug 30, 2016: 87.5Oct 27, 2016: 96.5Feb 9, 2017: 95May 24, 2017: 96Aug 30, 2017: 98Dec 13, 2017: 98Mar 9, 2018: 96.5Oct 29, 2018: 98Feb 18, 2019: 98.5Oct 22, 2019: 96.5Jun 18, 2020: 95.5Nov 2, 2020: 96.5Mar 19, 2021: 95.5Aug 16, 2021: 96Feb 4, 2022: 98Sep 22, 2022: 98.5Jan 20, 2023: 98.5Apr 6, 2023: 98.5Aug 5, 2023: 97.5Dec 6, 2023: 95.5Jun 5, 2024: 98.5Oct 18, 2024: 98.5Jan 24, 2025: 99May 28, 2025: 97.5Oct 13, 2025: 99.5Mar 10, 2026: 99Aug 27, 2026: 98
Oct 30, 2013Higher is betterAug 27, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 27, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations
#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 Quat sanitizer measured less than 150 ppm. Quat sanitizer must be 150-400 ppm. CDI - Solution drained and refilled with 150 ppm solution. Contact chemical company to raise the strength so it doesn't dilute as quickly. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 1 pan of lasagna measured 44F and 1 pan of ham measured 45F. PIC stated these items were taken out of cooler recently for orders during lunch. CDI - PIC moved items to freezer to cool quickly. 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 .
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure −0.5
Follow-up verification required
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Hot water heater is not functioning properly and 3-compartment sink only has cold water under pressure. VR - Verification required within 10 days that establishment has sufficient hot water.

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Mar 10, 2026 A 99 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: EHS provided PIC with updated Employee Health Policy in both Spanish and English which includes restriction and exclusion flow chart.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sign posted at handsink inside female restroom. CDI: EHS provided PIC with handwashing signs.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it 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 one cambro of house-made marinara sauce date-marked with prep date of 3/03, inside RIC 2. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded marinara sauce since it had surpassed the 7-day window. All other TCS food items date-marked were within the 7-day window. 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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed large bustubs full of mozzarella cheese cooling at a rate of 0.10 deg/min, unable to meet the cooling rate. PIC stated they had shredded the mozzarella cheese less than 4 hours prior. Bustubs were tightly covered with lids and stacked three high in the lowboy cooler of the pizza make table. CDI: PIC removed lids from all bustubs and move bottom two bustubs into the standing reach-in freezer to allow proper air flow to rapidly cool down. REPEAT VIOLATION. 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 .
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scoop handle stored inside the sugar bin, commingled inside the non-TCS food product. Ensure scoop handles are stored with the handles above the top of the food to prevent contamination.

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Oct 13, 2025 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14 Cooling (P) Shredded cheese measured 50-52F in bottom of pizza cooler at 1:30pm. PIC stated it was finished cutting at 1pm. Cheese checked again at 2:30pm and it still measured 50-52F. CDI - PIC moved cheese pans to freezer and took lids off pans. She will check the temperature again in 30 minutes and if it hasn’t dropped significantly will move the cheese to more shallow pans and place back in freezer. PIC will discard cheese if it doesn’t reach 41F by 5pm. 0 pts.
#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 Shredded mozzarella cheese measured 50-52F in bottom of pizza cooler. PIC stated it was finished cutting around 1pm. Also, cut lettuce in bottom of sandwich cooler measured 60F. PIC stated it was also finished cutting around 1pm. Use shallow pans, freezer or ice bath to cool TCS foods after preparation. CDI - Cheese moved to freezer unit and lids removed. Ice was added to lettuce and it measured 38F by end of inspection. 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
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Some wall damage in areas of kitchen, especially behind pizza cooler and under breaker box. 0 pts.

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May 28, 2025 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#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 -Observed lasagna, anchovies, and whole milk without a date mark. PIC verified anchovies were opened Saturday, and lasagna and milk was prepped/opened yesterday. -CDI- PIC properly added date marks. 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 beef sausage, pork sausage, deli ham, and sauteed spinach held past their 7-day timeframe. Date marks showed pork and beef sausage with open dates of 5/19, ham with an open date of 5/15, and spinach with a prep dates of 5/12. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the items. 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 .
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. -Observed employee drink with lid/straw stored above customer food on dry storage rack. -CDI- PIC removed drink. -REPEAT-

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Jan 24, 2025 A 99 · 4 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf- Observed sausage, beef, and ricotta cheese in the prep unit without a date mark. PIC stated items were opened yesterday. -CDI- PIC properly added date marks. 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 .
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. -Observed handle for salt scoop submerged in salt. -CDI- PIC removed handle from food.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. -Observed trash can without a cover in the women's restroom. -REPEAT
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Repeat violation
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. -Observed employee phone stored above customer food on dry storage rack. -CDI- PIC removed phone. -REPEAT-

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Oct 18, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 grab frozen raw meat, then go to grab seasonings and utensils with the same gloves. CDI- Gloves removed and hands washing.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed trash can without a cover in the women's restroom.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed phone stored with dry storage on dry storage rack. Observed ear buds stored with single service items near the sandwich prep top. Designate an area for all employee items.

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Jun 5, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 slicer and can opener soiled with old food debris. CDI- Items taken back to be cleaned. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 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 .
#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 prep top handles and flip top crevices in need of cleaning. Observed pizza covering in need of cleaning.

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Dec 6, 2023 A 95.5 · 6 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 marinara sauce cooling from last night in the reach in cooler above 41F. CDI: Marinara voluntarily discarded. 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 . 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 lettuce cooling at a rate of .057F/min. CDI: Product divided into multiple containers and rapidly cooled in the freezer to 37F. REPEAT VIOLATION EHS recommends adding ice to water used to wash the lettuce, and cooling in smaller portions, with a lot of surface area, and with no lid. 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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed sliced mozzarella cheese in prep top cooler above 41F. CDI: Mozzarella cheese voluntarily discarded. EHS explained that items in prep tops stay cool by having the product touching all parts of the pan. Mozzarella slices only contact the bottom of the pan. Consider storing less cheese at a time in the prep top cooler and adding a lid to prevent this issue. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
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 no date mark on open bag of sausage. PIC stated it was from 12/5. CDI: Product date marked. 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 . 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 ham date marked for 11/30. PIC stated that the ham had been frozen and he thawed it yesterday. CDI: Date corrected. Product had not been held past 7 days per original prep date. 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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. - Pf Observed marinara sauce cooling in reach in cooler, in a deep, covered pot. CDI: Product was voluntarily discarded. Observed lettuce cooling in reach in part of prep top cooler while tightly covered and sliced tomatoes cooling in prep top cooler. CDI: Products were spread out and placed in reach in freezer to rapidly cool. REPEAT VIOLATION 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
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gaskets on prep top units split.
#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 cracked/damaged floor tiles and wall damage in various parts of kitchen including by tomato can storage. Repair all damaged areas. REPEAT VIOLATION

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Aug 5, 2023 A 97.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Per PIC, facility currently only cooks and cools pasta and marinara.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
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 five containers of pizza sauce (canned tomato sauce) temp between 45-48F from cooling overnight, per PIC. - CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded pizza sauce. 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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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 - REPEAT - Observed five large, deep, covered, plastic containers of pizza sauce holding above 41F from cooling overnight. PIC stated ice is added to tomato sauce and spices mixture and then placed in reach-in cooler as a cooling method. EHS strongly recommends incorporating active stirring, placing items in reach-in freezer if possible, and monitoring product to ensure it reaches 41F within 4 hours. - CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded all five containers of pizza sauce. 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 .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed various working containers of condiments and spices lacking labels. - CDI - PIC labeled all working containers.
#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. - REPEAT - Observed cracked/damaged floor tiles and wall damage in various parts of kitchen. Repair all damaged areas.

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Apr 6, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed items in fliptop unit such as sausage, meatballs, ham, sauce and black olives without date mark. PIC stated that items were opened from bags the evening prior. REPEAT CDI: PIC date marked all items.
#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 mozzarella cheese in covered metal bins cooling in RI unit. PIC stated they began cooling shortly before I arrived. Cooling rate of 0F/min was observed. CDI: PIC moved large bins of mozzarella to RIF without lids to cool quickly. 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 . 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 .
#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 broken wall tiles near can wash area. Observed dry wall damage, creating a hole near 3-compartment sink area.

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Jan 20, 2023 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed sanitizer compartment at 3 comp sink with a concentration of less than 50 ppm of quat sanitizer. PIC attempted to refresh with more sanitizer but dispenser would not pull sanitizer from line to mix with water in sink. CDI: PIC manually added more quat to sink for proper concentration. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY Verification visit required within 3 days to verify sanitizer concentration is maintained and dispenses properly.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed items in fliptop unit such as sausage, meatballs, ham and black olives without date mark. PIC stated that items were opened from bags the evening prior. CDI: PIC date marked all items.

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Sep 22, 2022 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese in reach in refrigerator. CDI, foods relocated for cleaning.
#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 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 recently cut Tomatoe according to PIC still in cooling process in flip top prep cooler in deep container. CDI, Tomatoe relocated to rapidly cool.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed quart sanitizer bucket testing 50ppm on test kit.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single-service pizza boxes stored on ground in kitchen.

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Feb 4, 2022 A 98 · 4 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (B) Closed beverage containers may be used if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, and exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Observed open employee beverage stored on prep surface.
#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 salad cold held in display case at between 45-47 degrees F. Salad in case from day before voluntarily discarded. Salad recently prepared relocated to cool. PIC, Maura, stated will utilize adjacent cooler to store salads and will only store non-TCS items and cakes in display case.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed bucket of quat sanitizer below 50ppm as registered on test kit.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed some floor tile damage in back of kitchen near warewashing sink.

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Aug 16, 2021 A 96 · 6 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 - Observed employee turn faucet off with their hands and not use barrier. CDI by instruction.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P - Observed open package of turkey open on Saturday but not date marked. Observed pepperoni and bag of sausage not date marked and commercial package open on Friday according to PIC. CDI, foods voluntarily discarded.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf - Observed pizza sauce held using TPHC on counter but time not identified per written procedures. CDI.
#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 several deep covered containers of pizza sauce cooling in prep cooler. Observed cut lettuce prepared at noon according to PIC cooling at 47 degrees F in display case. CDI. Proper cooling methods discussed with PIC such as use of ice wands, shallow uncovered container in reach in freezer and proper ice bath methods. Cooling handout provided to PIC.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed some floor tile damage in back of kitchen near warewashing sink. Repair.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed personal food located over food for consumer.

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Mar 19, 2021 A 95.5 · 5 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at customer restroom. CDI, paper towels provided.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed food debris between slicer blade and blade cover. CDI, removed for Wash/Rinse/Sanitize.
#20 · 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 pizza sauce cold holding on counter above 41F. PIC states sauce doesn’t last long and is finished in one hour. EHS advised PIC to add pizza sauce to TPHC document. CDI, sauce added to TPHC.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat: 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 pizza sauce cooling in deep container with lid on with no active stirring. Observed cooling rate at .05 degrees/min. CDI, container uncovered and sauce stirred.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed plastic containers wet stacked.

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Nov 2, 2020 A 96.5 · 7 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no hand soap at handwash sink near 3 compartment sink. CDI, PIC provided soap.
#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 several soiled metal containers and meat slicer with left over debris. CDI, items removed for cleaning.
#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 41F. -P Observed pizza sauce not cooling at an adequate rate. CDI, sauce broken down to thinner portions and place in ice bath.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed lettuce cold holding at 53 in reach in. PIC states lettuce was prepped an hour and a half ago. CDI, lettuce moved to cooler. Lettuce at 41F by end of inspection.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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 pizza sauce cooling in large pot in reach in unit. Reach in unit not designed to cool, only to cold hold.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest - C Observed dead roach on trap in dry storage area.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking of metal containers.

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Jun 18, 2020 A 95.5 · 6 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink over top of ingredients used in customers food. CDI- PIC relocated it.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures −1.5
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 salads at 44F in closed containers that weren't cooling. CDI- PIC placed in reach in cooler with lids off to be cooled. Observed pizza sauce not cooling. CDI- PIC placed in sink with ice.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed pizza sauce at 45F cold holding on top of prep station. CDI- PIC placed in cooler to cool back down.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
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 several items in reach in not date marked. CDI- PIC explained they were from yesterday and placed date marks on them.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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 pizza sauce cooling in a large closed plastic container. Items were not cooling. CDI- PIC placed in sink with ice around it and lid off.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed facility had added a dipping well for ice cream with no approved permit to add it. Also observed added equipment. Will be sending information to a permitting senior to go over.

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Oct 22, 2019 A 96.5 · 8 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed Person In Charge with expired ServSafe certification.
#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 Observed PIC was hands and turn off faucet with bare hands. CDI - EHS corrected PIC and hands were re-washed.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures −1.5
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 salads at 43F in front reach in, PIC stated they were cooling from prep @ 10 am. At 1:30 pm the salads would not meet cooling parameters. CDI - All salads taken to freezer to cool rapidly.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed ricotta, 3 containers of mozzarella, marinara, and meatballs without date marks. PIC identified when they were opened/prepped. CDI - All containers correctly date marked. 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 noodles with 10/11 date mark. PIC stated 10/11 was the incorrect date mark and noodles were actually cooked 10/19; observed another container of same noodles in prep unit with 10/19 date mark. CDI - PIC allowed to correct date mark.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed facility without written procedure for pizza slices held on TPHC @ prep line. Time logs were completed. CDI - EHS & PIC completed written procedures. Procedure will be kept on file moving forward.
#31 · 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 sliced ham cooling highly stacked in container in reach in cooler. Observed salads cooling with clamshell containers tightly closed in drink cooler @ front of store. CDI - Ham spread out onto shallow pan to cool rapidly. Salads taken to freezer to cool rapidly.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed dented can stored cans recently delivered to stored. CDI - PIC removed can for discard.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Observed small single use cups used for scoops in dry goods; scoops do not have handle therefore unknown if 'handle' side in food product. PIC removed cups and will use utensil with handle moving forward.

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Feb 18, 2019 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P - Observed a bottle of sanitizer stored on top of the ice machine. CDI - bottle was removed.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.12 Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location - C - Observed a QUAT sanitizer bucket at 50 ppm. CDI - bucket was emptied. 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. - Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on top of the ice machine. CDI - cloth was placed in a sanitizer bucket.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
General comment 4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. - Observed a box of to-go boxes stored on the floor.

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Oct 29, 2018 A 98 · 3 violations
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed label fading on chemical bottle. CDI-relabeled.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and 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 employee food stored above open container of sauce.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee belongings and drinks stored on prep table over pizza boxes.

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Mar 9, 2018 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Raw shell eggs stored on top of a case of heavy cream in reach in cooler. CDI - Eggs relocated.
#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. Clean crumbs from low prep cooler door gaskets and build up from soap dispensers and paper towel dispensers. Improvement noted from last inspection.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
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 around large mixer and dish area.

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Dec 13, 2017 A 98 · 3 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Raw shell eggs above milk and other ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. CDI - Eggs relocated to bottom shelf.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf PIzza by the slice with discard time of 3:30pm still on holding rack at 4:15pm. CDI - Discarded. Suggested using a timer as a reminder of when to discard.
#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. Clean flour and dust from low prep cooler door gaskets.

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Aug 30, 2017 A 98 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P A couple of plastic food pans with sticker residue stored as clean. Also, sanitizer solution in three comp sink testing above 200ppm chlorine. CDI - Food pans sent to dish area for reprocessing; water added to solution until testing at 200ppm chlorine.
#33 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. frozen ham thawing on drain board of prep sink. CDI - Placed under running water for rapid thawing.
#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. Clean flour and dust from low prep cooler door gaskets.

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May 24, 2017 A 96 · 4 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. No one present has food protection manager certification.
#7 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed
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 Food worker used bare hands to move slices of pizza from prep table to plates. CDI - Pizza discarded; worker began using tongs to move slices to plates.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Repeat 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 Spaghetti and pene pasta dated 5-16 in low prep cooler. CDI - Discarded.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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 Plastic tubs of shredded cheese cooling with lids on. CDI - lids removed to allow rapid cooling.

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Feb 9, 2017 A 95 · 6 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf No soap at hand sink in men's room. CDI - Soap restocked.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −3
Repeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Sticker residue on outside of food pans stored as clean. CDI - Pans sent to dish area for reprocessing.
#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 Sliced turkey stocked above fill line and holding above 45F in flip top. CDI - Relocated to low prep cooler for rapid cool down.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Cut ham from yesterday in pizza make station with no date marking. CDI - Correctly back dated today. 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 Sausage cooked on 2-4 in low prep cooler and labeled "1-29". CDI - Discarded.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Chipping paint and rust on low prep cooler shelves. Repair or replace as needed.
#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. Clean build up of crumbs and food debris from low prep cooler gaskets.

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Oct 27, 2016 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. observed employee beverages stored on prep table. one beverarge uncovered. CDI by covering and moved to below table top.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P observed sanitizer in 3 comp sink testing at 0ppm. observed air in line of sanitizing dispenser. CDI by priming line and test at 200ppm. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf observed stickers and sticker glue on plastic pans stored as clean. CDI by wash, rinse, and sanitize, removing stickers and glue.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. keep single service itmes protected during storage. keep in wrapper.

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Aug 30, 2016 B 87.5 · 9 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. no certified PIC present.
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco - Observed employees eating in kitchen.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. observed build-up on soda fountain nozzles. cdi by wash, rinse, and sanitize. REPEAT VIOLATION
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P observed ham, sausage, mozarellla cheese, pepperoni stored in pizza prep cooler > 45F. PIC stated that TCS food items had been in cooler < 1 hour prior to inspection. CDI by removing all TCS foods and placing on ice baths. PIC will call for repair service for prep cooler. Verification required within 10 days. REPEAT VIOLATION
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf observed TPHC board incorrectly dated. Board was also marked for 11:00am. PIC stated that pizzas were placed on rack 15 minutes prior to inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION- Verification required within 10 days.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf observed 3 unlabeled spray bottles containing toxic chemicals. CDI by labeling.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. observed back door to be open upon arrival. 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. observed flies in the kitchen.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. observed ambient air temperature of 53F in pizza prep cooler. Repair cooler.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
4-501.18 Keep the wash, rinse, and sanitize solutions clean. observed wash and sanitizer water at 3 compartment sink to be soiled.

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Apr 18, 2016 A 96 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P Observed sanitizing solution in 3 compartment sink testing 0ppm QAC. CDI by refill and test 200ppm. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed build-up on soda fountain nozzles. CDI by wash, rinse, and sanitize.
#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 sausage, pepperoni, ham stored in pizza prep cooler > 45F. Observed flip top to be open upon arrival. Ambient air temperature of unit observed to be 44 F. CDI by closing flip tops and observed food temperatures of 45F prior to departure.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed pizza on rack without TPHC dry erase board marked for time. CDI - marked for time.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed unlabeled spray bottle of chemical cleaner.

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Jan 14, 2016 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks.-Pf Observed no hot water at front area hand wash sink. All other handwash sinks observed with > 100F water. Repair hnadwash sink.
#17 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed marinara sauce with meatballs in mini-steam table 90F. CDI reheated to 165F for 15 seconds. Reheat foods to 165F prior to placing in steam well.

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Aug 25, 2015 A 95 · 6 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on food prep table. CDI by moving below table top.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P Observed employee washing utensils without sanitizing. CDI by instructing PIC to wash, rinse , and sanitize utensils in the 3 compartments of the utensil wash sink. 4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P Observed dried food debris on meat slicer blade and guard. CDI by wash, rinse, and sanitize.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed ham, sausage, pepperoni, cheese stored in large pizza prep cooler > 45F. Internal temperture of cooler observed to be 57F. SEE ITEM #45. CDI by voluntary discard of food items. PIC will call for repair service for cooler. REHS will return within 10 days to verify compliance. DO NOT USE THIS COOLER UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED AND HOLDING FOODS AT 45F or BELOW.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed cheese pizza on rack with incorrect times marked on TPHC dry erase board. No procedure provided by person in charge. PIC stated that pizza was cooked less than 2 hours prior. CDI by marking correct time on board.
#38 · 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 without hair restraint.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Large pizza prep cooler has an internal temperature of 57F. PIC will call for repair service.

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Mar 27, 2015 A 97 · 4 violations
#11 · Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented - P,PF: Observed moldy tomatoes in box inside of prep unit. CDI-discarded
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Date Marking - PF: Observed to open packages of slicing sandwich ham and turkey. Sliced ham and turkey was dated in prep unit. All potentially hazardous foods must be dated marked. CDI-dated properly and given instruction on dating bulk meats that has been opened.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces - C:Clean ouside areas on big mixer and bowl.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-201.13 Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - C: replace missing floor tiles. 6-201.16 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings - C: Replace absorbant ceiling tiles near back door and above storage rack with non absorbant, easily cleanable tiles. Repeat. Replace water damaged ceiling tiles inside men's room. 6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C: Replace burned out lights in kitchen. Replace rusted storage shelves above 3 comp.

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Nov 19, 2014 A 96 · 6 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency - P: Clean big floor mixer completely. Clean slicer completely. Verfication needed.
#27 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan −1
Follow-up verification required
3-502.12 Reduced Oxygen Packaging, Criteria - P,PF: Observed sliced sandwich meats vacuum packaged in facility. Small hand held piece of equipment used to removed oxygen from plastic bag. Variance needed in order to use this process. Verification needed. Product discarded.
#30 · Variance obtained for specialized processing methods −0.5
8-103.11 Documentation of Proposed Variance and Justification - PF: Must provide documentation to perform vacuum packaging on sandwich meats.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Controlling Pests - PF: Eliminate fruit flies from facility.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-205.10 Food Equipment, Certification and Classification - C: Discontinue using and remove household fresh saver from facility. Not approved for commercial use.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-201.16 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings - C: Replace unapproved ceiling tile near back door. Ceiling tiles must be smooth, cleanable , and nonabsorbant.

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Aug 4, 2014 A 96.5 · 5 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency - P: Clean mixer.4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness - P: Observed sanitizer in bucket and sink reading less than 50ppm. CDI-remade
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Hot and Cold Holding - P: Cut lettuce 79F. Must keep lettuce at 45F or below. CDI-placed in cooler.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
3-501.15 Cooling Methods - PF: Observed pastrami thawing in prep sink at room temperature. Pastrami 41F. Must thaw under cold running water, in coolers, or in microwave as a part of the cooking process. CDI-ran cold water over product
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils - C: Clean around door gaskets of coolers and freezer.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-201.13 Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - C: Observed back door not tight fitting. Door is too small for doorframe. Big space between door and door frame. Repair or replace.

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Apr 8, 2014 A 97 · 4 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager - C: No person with ANSI accredited food protection manager certification available at time of inspection. Manager took the CFM test on March 10, 2014 (Wendover Rd) scores were sent out yesterday and have not arrived as of yet.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
. 4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency - P: Clean inside microwave, tea urn, and inside ceiling of ice machine.CDI- cleaned during inspection
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Date Marking - PF: Marinara sauce made day prior to inspection needs to be date marked. Foods prepared and kept longer than 24 hours must be dated marked.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage - C:Discontinue using portion cups as scoops in seasonings.

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Oct 30, 2013 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager - CMust have a certified food protection manager on duty at all times of operation. PIC at time of inspection not certified. CDI by instruction. Must have in place by 1/1/2014 to avoid 2 point deduction.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Follow-up verification required
5-202.12 Handwashing Sinks, Installation - PFAll handsinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100F. Oserved both restroom handsinks and sink near register with no hot water. Verification required. Observed both other handsinks in facility with hot water over 100F. Use handsinks supplied with hot water until repair can be made.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness - PMaintain quat sanitizer at 200-400ppm. Observed sanitizer in bucket and in 3 compartment sink about 100ppm. CDI by emptying and refilling. Observed correct concentration directly from dispenser at 3 comp sink.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Follow-up verification required
3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Date Marking - PFAll potentially hazardous ready to eat foods in refrigeration longer than 24 hours must be labeled with the date opened/prepared or discard date. Observed no required items with dates. CDI by instruction. Verification required.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “WHY NOT PIZZA” or State ID 2060017532). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.