A97.5
OAK STEAKHOUSE
4777 SHARON RD, Charlotte, NC 28210
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060018845
Latest gradeA (97.5)
Last inspectedJul 15, 2026
Inspections on record25
On record sinceMay 31, 2017
Score history
May 31, 2017Higher is betterJul 15, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 15, 2026 A 97.5 · 6 violations
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Corrected during inspection
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf
Observed shellstock tags not being stored in chronological order during inspection.
CDI - PIC corrected order.
0 pts.
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-603.11 (B)(1) Consumer Advisory Disclosures shall indicate that the animal-derived food is or can be served raw or undercooked by using words and phrases such as raw, undercooked, cooked to order, etc., or by asterisking to a footnote per 3-603.11 (B)(2). -Pf
Observed burger on bar menu, steak and fish on prix fixe menu, and waygu steak on main menu void of asterisk leading customer to consumer advisory.
CDI - PIC printed off new menus during inspection.
Repeat. 1 pt.
#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 ranch dressing cooling while in a deep, covered plastic container. Observed mornay being cooled while in a deep container during inspection. Both items were not cooling hastily. See temperature chart.
CDI - Both items split into shallow, uncovered pans and moved to WIF. Both items began cooling rapidly.
Repeat. 1 pt.
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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.
Observed box of food being stored on floor in WIF during inspection.
CDI - Employee moved to appropriate location.
0 pts.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
Observed sanitizer compartment in three comp sink unable to retain water during inspection. Repair necessary.
0 pts.
#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 floor in WIF heavily soiled with food debris during inspection. More frequent or thorough cleaning necessary to preclude pest harborage.
0.5 pts.
Feb 17, 2026 A 94.5 · 8 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 food employee handle cell phone then proceed to handle clean dishes without washing hands. CDI: Food employee washed hands.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
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 pasta at 78F with 20 mins left in cooling window. CDI: Pasta was placed on sheet trays and reached 70F before end of cooling window.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed items in salad prep top above 41F such as boiled eggs, feta, tomatoes, blue cheese, beets and shrimp. Mozzarella and caesar dressing were 41F. Ambient air of unit was 38F. CDI: Items were placed in walk in cooler to cool.
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 .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf. Observed fried onion straws and chimichurri being held on TPHC without time labels. CDI: PIC labeled items.
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
Follow-up verification required
3-603.11 (B)(1) Consumer Advisory Disclosures shall indicate that the animal-derived food is or can be served raw or undercooked by using words and phrases such as raw, undercooked, cooked to order, etc., or by asterisking to a footnote per 3-603.11 (B)(2). -Pf. Observed seared tuna on menu without an asterisk. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#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. Observed burger patties cooling at a rate of 0.02F/min inside prep drawers. Observed pasta cooling in large lexan covered in a lid. CDI: Burgers were placed in walk in cooler to cool. Pasta was put on sheet pan to facilitate quicker cooling.
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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-304.13 Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food unless used to line a container for the service of foods and are replaced each time the container is refilled for a new customer. Observed steaks and burgers in containers lined with linens. Remove linens.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed metal pans wet stacked.
Oct 20, 2025 A 95.5 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: TPHC for hollandaise and bernaise
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf. Observed 5 shellstock tags without last sale date recorded. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P. Observed raw bacon over ready to eat pork and cheese sauce in walk in cooler. CDI: Storage order was rearranged.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation.
REPEAT
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed raw ground beef above whole muscle intact lamb inside walk in cooler. CDI: Storage order was rearranged.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed shrimp, raw chicken, truffle butter and steak in prep top/drawers above 41F. Ambient air of unit was 44F, by end of inspection ambient air of unit had cooled to 38F. Observed salsa verde in prep top above 41F. Item was in a squeeze bottle inside a metal container with a cloth in the bottom. Items were placed in walk in cooler to cool. Salsa verde was voluntarily discarded. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C). Observed Rockefeller mix with a prep date of 9.24. According to PIC item was pulled out of freezer earlier today. CDI: PIC placed thaw date on item. Points reduced due to improvement from last 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf. Observed one spray bottle without a label. CDI: Label was placed on item.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed facility without chlorine test strips. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
Jun 5, 2025 A 94 · 10 violations
Inspector comments: Establishment uses TPHC for many items around the cook line. This list can change frequently. Management has blank copies of the TPHC form to update as necessary.
Oyster Tags
Parasite Destruction / Aquaculture Letters present
Establishment no longer uses a HACCP plan for ROP steaks. ROP machine has been removed from the establishment.
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result.
Observed one employee drink stored on a prep surface.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf.
Observed utensils inside of two hand sinks. CDI - Items were removed.
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Corrected during inspection
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. -Pf
Observed missing tag for two trays of prepared oysters in the walk-in cooler. CDI - Manager was able to find the tag for oysters in a folder. Tag was placed with the oysters.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P.
Observed ground beef stored above steaks in the walk-in cooler. Observed raw quail eggs stored above milk in the walk-in cooler. CDI - Items were placed in the correct order.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination.
Observed a slight presence of microbial growth inside of the dish machine.
#23 · Proper date marking & 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 horseradish cream and corn paste the 7-day date mark. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf
Observed missing time stickers for Bernaise sauce next to the grill. CDI - Time stickers were added for when the food was prepared. Improvements made from previous inspection.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
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 a cup inside of a bin of sugar for scooping.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
4-904.11(B) Kitchenware and Tableware - Preventing Contamination (C) Tasting spoons shall be stored in a manner to prevent contamination.
Observed a bin of tasting spoons inside of the hand wash well where they will be exposed to contamination. CDI - Item was removed.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed rusting shelves in the walk-in cooler.
Feb 13, 2025 A 96 · 10 violations
Inspector comments: Shell stock tags, parasite destruction and aquaculture letters are present
TPHC is kept for: Brussels Sprouts, Fries, Garlic, Pepper Sauce, Mash Potatoes, Squash Soup, Hollandaise, Polenta, Parsnips, Clarified Butter, Parmesan
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result.
Observed three employee drinks stored above prep surfaces.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf
Observed missing time stickers for fries and other items around the grill. CDI - Time stickers were added for when the food was prepared.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. CDI - Manager labeled the bottle during 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 Observed 45 degree boiled eggs and carrots attempting to cool in the top of a prep coolers. Prep coolers are designed to maintain temperatures. CDI - Items will be discarded within 4 hours.
#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 containers of unidentifiable spices without labels.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.
Observed bins of food on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
#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 cups being used to scoop sugar and flour from large bins.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.
Observed wet-stacked dishes.
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor.
Observed a large amount of food debris inside a utensil storage bin.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed a broken under-counter cooler. Observed a large amount of ice forming under the walk-in freezer compressor. Observed rusting shelves in the walk-in cooler.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed open dumpster doors.
Jul 5, 2024 A 95.5 · 5 violations
#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 French fries inside WIC at 43F. CDI- PIC states defrost cycle just concluded, and French fries drop back to 40F within 30 minutes. -REPEAT- (-3)
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed clean dish rack with significant deterioration to vinyl coating, exposing clean dishes to visibly rusted metal surface. Repair or replace. (-0)
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken cooler being used for dry storage. -REPEAT- (-.05)
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-501.14 Warewashing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, raw food, etc. shall be cleaned before use, throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils, and at least every 24 hours if used. Observed build up of crumbs and debris on top surface of chemical dish machine. Clean at earliest opportunity and maintain clean to avoid re-contamination of sanitized dishes. (-.05)
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-502.11 Waste receptacles shall be emptied at a frequency to preclude strong odors or pest harborage. EHS noted an overpowering odor at dumpster area. EHS advises the PIC request maintenance and increased pickups. (-0)
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed overflow at grease trap. See same guidance as above. (-.05)
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Walls in dry storage areas covered with many stains and in need of cleaning. (-0)
Jun 17, 2024 B 85.5 · 15 violations
Inspector comments: 3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED FOR:
1) Both Prep Coolers must be capable of holding all TCS foods at 41 degrees or less. Products will stay on 6-hour TPHC until the units are repaired.
2) Reduced Oxygen Packaged steaks shall follow all requirements of the HACCP plan. Logs shall be complete and steaks shall be labeled according to the HACCP plan procedures. EHS provided establishment with their complete HACCP plan during inspection.
10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED FOR:
1) Parasite Destruction Letters shall be available for all fish species other than the farm-raised salmon and tuna.
2) Oyster tags shall be placed in chronological order and all new tags shall be dated for when the last oyster is sold. Management shall train all employees on how to correctly store and label shellfish tags.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No employee present is a certified food protection manager.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf
6-301.14 Handwashing Signage (C)
Observed a hand sink next to the prep coolers with no paper towels or hand wash sign. Two separate employees stated that it is used as a hand sink. CDI - Paper towels were provided.
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −2
Repeat violation
REPEAT. 10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf
Observed oyster tags out of chronological order. Several tags were missing the date of last one sold.
10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED
3-402.11 and 3-402.12 Provide records from supplier to guarantee fish served raw or undercooked is free of live parasites. -Pf Observed no parasite destruction letters for Seabass and other items featured on the “Catch of the Day” menu. Item is labeled with a consumer advisory on the menu.
#15 · Food separated & protected
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed vegetables stored above ready-to-eat vegetables in the walk-in cooler.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E) Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed a large amount of microbial growth inside of the ice machine.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violation
REPEAT. 3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed eggs, shrimp, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese and slaw around 50 degrees in Prep Cooler 1. Observed tomatoes, blue cheese, noodles and broccoli around 50 degrees in Prep Cooler 3. CDI - All items were placed on TPHC and will be discarded after 6 hours. EHS provided a temporary TPHC policy for these items. TPHC will be used until coolers are repaired.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
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 boiled eggs and pickled cabbage past the 7-day date mark. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf Observed missing time labels for Honey Butter and Rosemary Butter. CDI - Items were labeled with the time they were removed from temperature control.
#29 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan −2
REPEAT. 3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED
8-103.12 Comply with the procedures in the HACCP plan as submitted and approved as part of a variance or local approval. Maintain approval and records as required.-P/Pf
8-201.14 Provide all contents of a HACCP plan as required. -Pf
Establishment was unable to produce the entire HACCP plan approved by the local Health Department. ROP for raw steaks is the only process remaining from their original approved plan. Weekly temperature logs for steaks, employee training log and thermometer calibration logs were all missing. Labels are missing that state “Product must remain 41 degrees or lower. Product must be used by this date ______.” Steaks must be used within 30 days of the ROP process. All steaks were voluntarily discarded. General Manager stated that they are going to end the ROP process and will remove the Vacuum Sealer from the establishment.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
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 5 dented cans on the dry storage rack. CDI - Items were removed to be returned to the supplier.
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed a leaking walk-in freezer compressor dropping ice onto pans of exposed food. Observed boxes of food on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
#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 an employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces of the cook line.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed two cook line cutting boards with deep stains and cuts. Observed a broken cooler being used for storage. Observed a leaking walk-in freezer compressor.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
4-603.12 Debris on equipment and utensils shall be manually scraped before washing, or removed in the warewashing machine with a prewash cycle. Observed stickers still attached to several dishes stored as clean.
#56 · Meets ventilation & 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 heat bulbs being used above the cook line that were not shatterproof.
Jan 18, 2024 A 92 · 9 violations
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf Observed 5 tags from the past 90 days with no finish date. Observed oysters in walk in cooler with no tag. CDI: Tags found in finished tag binder. Observed tags not in chronological order. VERIFICATION REQUIRED to ensure dating of tags is correct, and that tags remain with oysters until they are sold.
#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 pasta cooked at 1030am still above 70F after 6 hours. CDI: Product 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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed ricotta, beet ricotta, roasted tomatoes, and hard boiled eggs in prep top above 41F. CDI: Product voluntarily discarded. Items were overstacked and cheeses were in a quart container in an 1/6th pan preventing product from maintaining temperature. Observed steaks above 41F in cooler drawer. CDI: Product iced down to cool to 41F. VERIFICATION REQUIRED to ensure repair of steak cooler.
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 −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed no date mark on cooked mushrooms, cooked broccolini, cooked potatoes, or cooked green beans. CDI: Dates added as PIC stated that items were cooked yesterday and 2 days prior.
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 cooked duck from 1/3 in cooler drawer. Observed orzo from 1/3, hot pickled cucumbers from 11/13, pickled cabbage from 12/31, and vegetable stock from 1/6 in the walk in. CDI: All items 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf. Observed no pre-written procedures for bordelaise, garlic in oil, or au poivre sauces held on TPHC. CDI: Procedures written during inspection.
TPHC procedure template may be found at: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P Observed garlic in oil kept from the previous night and placed out for use again today. CDI: Product voluntarily discarded.
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 (A) Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf Observed A5 Wagyu on menu with no asterisk when it is offered under cooked. CDI: Menus corrected during inspection and reprinted.
#29 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan −1
Corrected during inspection
8-103.12 Comply with the procedures in the HACCP plan as submitted and approved as part of a variance or local approval. Maintain approval and records as required.-P/Pf Observed ROP raw pork chops with no date mark as indicated in the HACCP plan. Observed logs not maintained as required by variance. CDI: All ROP product voluntarily discarded. EHS will make a long term compliance visit to ensure procedures are being followed.
#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 pasta cooling in tightly covered, deep cambro. Observed shrimp cooling in a tightly covered cambro. CDI: Items were voluntarily discarded. Observed blanched fries cooling in prep top cooler. CDI: Fries were placed on sheet pans and properly cooled to 41F by end of inspection. Observed flounder cooling from prep in the walk in while tightly covered. CDI: Product uncovered and cooled at the proper rate.
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 .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacked containers stored as clean. CDI: Contianers separated for air drying.
Sep 13, 2023 A 95 · 7 violations
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Corrected during inspection
3-402.11 and 3-402.12 Provide records from supplier to guarantee fish served raw or undercooked is free of live parasites. -Pf
Observed no record of parasite destruction for market catch seafood cooked to order, CDI- Obtained during inspection from supplier and printed out for records.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. 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 .
Observed plastic containers labels left attached and dicer on wall with dried food debris. CDI- Items were moved to dish area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized again.
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5
3-401.11 (D) (2) Raw comminuted meat may not be offered for service by consumer selection from a children's menu. Pf
Observed cheeseburger on kid’s menu asterisked to a consumer advisory at bottom. A VR will be conducted within 10 days to verify changes to kid’s menu. - 1.5 -
#21 · 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 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 mashed potatoes at a range of 101-107F inside of warmer on the main line. CDI - Mashed potatoes were reheated during the inspection. - 1.5 -
#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: 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 cooked shrimp above temperature threshold in prep unit. Pan was stacked above fill line. Items were moved to walk in cooler to be brought down below temperature of 41F. Top layer above fill line was discarded. - 1.5 -
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf
Observed bone marrow not thawing under running water. CDI- Running water turned on.
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 mahi mahi in front prep unit in sealed cryovac bag. CDI - item was vented to continue thawing. - 0.5 -
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
Corrected during inspection
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use.
Observed mango on prep line with cut through product sticker. Sticker and other debris should be removed from produce. CDI - item was discarded.
Mar 31, 2023 A 93 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: https://www.mecknc.gov/HealthDepartment/EnvironmentalHealth/FoodserviceandFacilities/Pages/new_est.aspx
#9 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed −2
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 PIC touch ricotta cheese with bare hands. Observed another cook sprinkle Parmesan cheese on meatballs. Both items were discarded during the inspection.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf
Observed no paper towels at handwashing sinks on the main line. CDI- PIC provided paper towels during the inspection.
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink.
No handwashing sign observed during the inspection by handwashing sink on the main line.
#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 pasta shells from the day before without datemarking present inside of the prep unit.
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 chicken dated for 3/11 inside of the reach in unit. CDI- Discarded during the inspection.
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 .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
Follow-up verification required
3-603.11 (B)(1) Consumer Advisory Disclosures shall indicate that the animal-derived food is or can be served raw or undercooked by using words and phrases such as raw, undercooked, cooked to order, etc., or by asterisking to a footnote per 3-603.11 (B)(2). -Pf
Observed oysters on the menu served raw without asterisk present on the menu.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed fries stored on the ground inside of the walk in cooler. CDI- PIc placed foods on shelving inside of the walk in cooler.
Sep 15, 2022 A 93 · 15 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. observed personal drinks stored on the prep tables during initial walkthrough. CDI- Personal drinks moved during the inspection.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Repeat violation
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf.
Observed handwashing sink with metal scrubber stored inside upon arrival.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf
Observed no paper towels at one of the two handwashing sinks on the main line.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. 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 .
Observed plastic containers and squeeze bottle with build up and labels left attached. CDI- Dishes were moved to dish area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized again.
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -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 mashed potatoes at a range of 124-144F inside of warmer on the main line. Mashed potatoes were reheated during the inspection.
#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 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 half and half, pork belly, and steaks above temperature threshold. Items were moved to walk in cooler to be brought down below temperature threshold.
#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 ranch and buttemilkwithout datemarking present. CDI- Discarded. REPEAT
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 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 .
Garlic/aoli mix held past 7 day expiration. CDI- Discarded.
#29 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan
Corrected during inspection
3-502.11 Obtain a variance for specialized processes.-Pf For more information on how to apply for a variance please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
Observed facility pickled tomatoes inside of walk in cooler date marked 7/21/22. In order to carry out this process. A variance shall be obtained to continue the process longer than 7 day datemarking.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of oil stored directly on the ground inside of dry storage.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed cooks on the grill preparing foods without hats or hairnets present. CDI
#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 sanitizer buckets stored on prep station with weak solution that tested 0 ppm. Sanitizer was discarded and replaced with properly concentrated sanitizer. Ensure that sanitizer is stored under prep station to prevent possible contamination.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.
Wet stacking observed of metal bowls.
#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 items stored on the ground inside of the dry storage area.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed dorm refrigerator stored on back of house line.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Food establishment does not have quat testing strips for testing quat sanitizer solution.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 soiled light covers and ceiling tiles in the dishwashing area.
Jun 22, 2022 A 96 · 6 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result.
Personal drink stored on prep table.
#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.
Handsink by dish pit filled with soiled equipment and buckets. CDI- Moved and cleaned.
#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: 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 .
Bean sprout, cheese, lettuce recorded above 41F, CDI - Discarded.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Corrected during inspection
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Fruit flies present in kitchen, Contact pest control.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.
Wet stacking observed of metal bowls.
#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.
Single service cutting boards in need of replacement.
Jun 16, 2022 A 96 · 4 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −1
Repeat violation
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result.
Personal drink stored on prep shelf. REPEAT.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. 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 .
Knife slightly soiled. CDI- Taken to dish pit.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
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 .
Pasta not dated. CDI- Discarded. REPEAT
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 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 .
Garlic/oil mix, spinach mix expired. CDI- Discarded.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf
Raw shrimp not thawing under running water. CDI- Running water turned on.
Mar 15, 2022 A 95 · 7 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result.
Personal drink stored on prep table.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf.
Soiled utensils in handsink, CDI- Removed.
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Corrected during inspection
3-402.11 and 3-402.12 Provide records from supplier to guarantee fish served raw or undercooked is free of live parasites. -Pf
No record of parasite destruction for salmon cooked to order, CDI- Obtained during inspection.
#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
Raw chicken stored over RTE sauces in freezer. CDI- Raw chicken moved.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination.
Ice machine in need of cleaning. CDI- Cleaned on site.
#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 .
Pre cooked crab legs not dated. CDI- Dated, REPEAT, Improvement noted.
#56 · Meets ventilation & 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.
Personal backpacks stored on prep tables
Nov 29, 2021 A 93.5 · 9 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed no written diarrhea cleanup plan. CDI-PIC went to EH site printed off items needed. Will make plan that fits this establishment
#9 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed −2
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 2 separate staff touch RTE items in the make unit. CDI- items voluntarily disposed of.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed knives on magnetic knife rack soiled, tea dispenser nozzles with dried debris. CDI sent to dish for washing. Items of equipment that haven't been used in awhile need to be broken down and clean. If not used anymore keep broken down.
#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 several TCS foods >41F on the top of the make units. Keep make units covered until service gets busy, broiler puts off a lot of heat. CDI-foods voluntarily disposed of. See temp chart
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Follow-up verification required
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 on date marking please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no TCS items in make units date marked. Caesar dressing and specialty butters in WIC not date marked. Verification required
#32 · Variance obtained for specialized processing methods −1
Corrected during inspection
8-103.11 Provide the required information to obtain a variance to the regulatory authority.-Pf For more information on how to request a variance please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed facility ROP raw meat and raw meat with garlic confit. No variance for ROP processing. CDI-meat with garlic confit voluntarily disposed of. Rest of the meat butchered and sealed <48 hours ago had ROP packaging removed. PIC will contact Cassandra Thompson on HACCP plan approval before heat sealer is used.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed utensils sitting in a container of water on the counter in the grill station
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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. Back of house, bakery area and ovens need more frequent cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed soiled light covers and ceiling tiles in the dishwashing area.
Sep 30, 2021 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#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 cheese dated for 9/23 in the walk-in cooler. Explained to person in charge (PIC) that prep date starts the 7 day hold time and 9/29 would have been day 7. Corrected during the inspection (CDI) - Cheese was removed.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container −2
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed bottles containing juices and oils not labeled on the cook like. Observed spices not labeled on cook line. CDI - Labels were provided.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Observed boxed food items stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. CDI - PIC removed items and placed them on shelving.
**3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed torn gaskets in reach-in coolers on cook line. Needs to replaced.
#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. - Observed shelving in walk-in cooler and gaskets in reach-in cooler in need of cleaning.
May 17, 2021 A 95.5 · 4 violations
#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
Sanitizer recorded at 0ppm bleach at main dish machine and Bar machine. CDI- Machine drained, primed and ran again and recorded at reading of 200ppm chlorine.
#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 41F or less. -P
Multiple foods recorded above 41F (see chart). CDI- Discarded. REPEAR
#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
Bottle of bleach unlabeled. CDI- Labeled.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils.
Employee prepping food in back without a hair restraint.
Dec 15, 2020 A 97 · 3 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed cooked onions, cooked shrimp, and cooked mushrooms cold holding above 41F. Observed hollandaise sauce sitting out at room temperature. PIC states hollandaise sauce made from clarified butter (unsalted) and pasteurized eggs and stays out for 4 hours. PIC states all items are cooled before placing in cold holding unit. CDI, shrimp placed in walk in to cool. Mushrooms and onions discarded by PIC. Hollandaise sauce placed on TPHC.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
Repeat: 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 cooked onions and mushrooms. CDI, items discarded by PIC.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of food on floor in walk in freezer. CDI, item relocated.
Jun 30, 2020 A 97 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink.
Handsinks missing handwash signs. CDI- provided.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Raw steak tips, cut steak recorded above 41F (see chart). Discarded.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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
Blanched broccoli and lobster tail did not have date. CDI- PIC knew date of cook and dated as such. Also saw some sauces that were frozen and did not have a thaw date. CDI- Discarded.
#23 · Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf
Consumer advisory did not have disclosure. CDI- New menu made on site.
May 3, 2019 A 97 · 5 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -P/3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed unwashed produce being stored above ready to eat foods in the walk in cooler. Also observed raw eggs being stored over milk and creamer in walk in cooler. CDI- foods were rearranged as needed for compliance. REPEAT -1.5 points.
3-304.11 Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P Observed PIC use thermotmer to temp foods without sanitizing it first. CDI- educated PIC and PIC sterilized thermometer throughout inspection.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Raw steaks were cold holding >41 degrees insisde of refrigeration drawers along cook line. Also observed cooked eggs and lettuce >41 inside of cold hold unit along make line. CDI- Foods were moved to walk in cooler to cool. Ensure that foods are being placed in cold hold units at 41 degrees and below. 0 points due to first cold hold violation under the new cold hold rule change effective 1/1/19.
#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 foods such as potatoes on floor in walk in cooler. Also observed boxed foods on floor in same walk in cooler. CDI- foods were uplifted off walk in cooler floor. - 1 point.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed metal containers wet nesting along clean dish storage. -.5 points.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions - C Remove mold buildup from caulking associated with the back hand sink and 3 comp sink near dish machine. 0 points.
Nov 19, 2018 A 93.5 · 8 violations
#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 food employee prepping and cutting tomatoes while touching them with his bare-hands. CDI- Tomatoes were discarded by the PIC. -1.5 points.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P Observed Raw salmon and scallops being stored over ready to eat Puree in the cold hold unit along the make line. CDI- Foods were rearranged as needed. 0 points.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils - P Observed food employee using wiping cloth on knife that was just used for food prepping and placed it as clean on the knife rack. Ensure that all soiled food contact surfaces are washed, rinsed and sanitized before being stored as cleaned. CDI- Knife was placed in the dish machine for washing.
4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness - P Quat sanitizer was reading below 200 ppm in multiple buckets checked. CDI- Chemical provider came onsite and adjusted the dispenser for compliance. -1.5 points
#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 Blanched sweet potatoes, Baked potatoes, fries and honey butter were being cold held >45-60 degrees. Ensure that the cold hold units are always plugged in the outlet and fully functioning. CDI- foods were voluntarily discarded and cold hold unit was plugged in and dropped as low as 40 degrees. -1.5 points.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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
3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Disposition - P
Salads, tomatoes, eggs and cooked noodles were stored inside of flip top cold hold units without a date mark. CDI- foods were dated as needed. (Ensure that any food that's placed in the flip top units overnight are properly dated).
Observed baked potatoes dated 8 days out from prep date. CDI- baked potatoes were discarded. -1.5 points.
#23 · Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
3-603.11 Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder. -Pf Menus onsite are missing the disclaimer on the consumer advisory. Will return in 10 days or less to see if compliance has been met. VR - 0 points.(Example: May be cooked to order)
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Common Name-Working Containers - PF A bottle of Degreaser was labeled chlorine sanitizer near the dish pit. CDI- chemical was discarded and bottled was placed in dish pit for proper washing. 0 points.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
4-903.11 (A) and (C) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing - C Observed utensils being stored in the splash zone of the front prep hand sink. Ensure that utensils are being stored in ways that are safe from contamination. .5 points
Mar 21, 2018 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −3
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed food debris on pans stored as clean. CDI took dishes to be rewashed.
#23 · Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf Observed steak as an add on for salad missing reminder on brunch menus. CDI menus reprinted -0 points-
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. observed wet nested pans in clean dish area.
Dec 13, 2017 A 97 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P Observed numerous pans with food debris stored as clean. CDI took to rewash.
#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 chimay cheese, cream cheese, ricotta cheese and collards in prep unit with no date labels observed half and half open with no date labels . CDI labeled product.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet nested pans in clean dish area. -0 points-
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed two torn gaskets on prep units . -0 points-
Sep 13, 2017 A 95.5 · 4 violations
#12 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −2
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf Observed numerous shellstock tags without date of sale recorded. Repeat violation. 10 day verification required.
#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. Observed ice machine with build up of debris and in need of cleaning.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed numerous gnats in dry storage area. -0 points-
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
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 wooden serving vessels with cracks and deep scores. repeat violation.
May 31, 2017 A 93 · 16 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(A-L) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. Observed PIC use wrong test strips to test dish machine, demonstrate understanding of proper cooling, begin to bare hand contact multiple foods, incorrectly identify multiple important temperatures, and fail to ensure date marking of TCS foods. CDI through instruction
#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 multiple employee beverages stored over or on fod prep surfaces. CDI removed
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Wash hands before donning gloves and between gloves uses.-P Observed food employee donn gloves with out first washing hands. CDI- instruction provided; hands washed
#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.-PObserved PIC minimally bare hand contact multiple ready to eat foods. CDI through instruction
#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 hand sink at bar used as dump sink and front line hand sink stacked with bread. CDI- through isntruction6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no towels at one front line hand sink. CDI- restocked
#12 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1
Corrected during inspection
3-202.18 Obtain shellstock in containers bearing source identification tags that are affixed by the harvester or dealer. -Pf3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf Observed original shellstock container discarded and tags pulled and date dupon receipt of product and not when last used. CDI through instruction
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed raw eggs and a container of egg whites stored over ready to eat foods. CDi restocked properly3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed original container of raw okra stored on prep station cutting board. CDI removed3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P Observed food employees handle soiled surfcases with gloves and not change them or wash hands. CDI through instruction
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed multiple food contact surface not properly cleaned. CDI- removmed to re-clean4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P Observed cheese slicer not properly cleaned. CDI- removed to clean4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed raw potato slicer not properly cleaned. CDI- re-cleaned
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
.3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -PObserved mashed potatoes hot held at 119 F under wrap. CDI- reheated above 165 F
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed multiple cooked TCS foods not date marked. CDI- remopved and remarked3-501.18 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 multiple containers of hot pickled cucumbers over 2 weeks from prep date with no variance or product challenge study. CDI- 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 cooked onions and tomatoes held off temperature control withpout written procedures. CDI-VR template sent
#23 · Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
3-603.11 Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf Observed no consumer advisory for drnks not offered on menu but prepared upon request. VR
#27 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan −1
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
8-201.13 Submit a properly prepared HACCP plan to the variance committee or local regulatory authority as required. Observed facility ROP of raw meat with no approved HACCP. VR CDI- voluntarily stopped and equipment removed
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed multiple containers of spices unlabeled.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspection
3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P Observed fruit bowl at bar on bar exposed to customers when seated and cooked tomatoes on corner of expo uncovered. CDI rmeoved behind bar
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
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 steak cutting boards made of wood with deep uncleanable grooves. VR
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “OAK STEAKHOUSE” or State ID 2060018845). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.