A96
CLUTCH KITCHEN AND POURHOUSE
601 S CEDAR ST, SUITE 100, Charlotte, NC 28202
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060019938
Latest gradeA (96)
Last inspectedJul 8, 2026
Inspections on record21
On record sinceSep 24, 2020
Score history
Sep 24, 2020Higher is betterJul 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 8, 2026 A 96 · 6 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
Quay dispenser dispensing Quat sanitizer at 0ppm Quat. VR. Called for repair. Facility will make bleach based sanitizer until repaired.
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
#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.
Some oil bottles not labeled.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Multiple gnats coming up from floor drain in bar area. Contact pest control.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
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.
Some containers stacked on top of each other and not in an air drying manner.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-202.11 Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf
Lemon squeezer paint chipping off. CDI - Discarded
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
Wall fan in need of cleaning.
Dec 19, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Follow-up verification required
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf
Mac and cheese thawing in sitting water.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Shelves in WIC rusted and in need of repair / replacement.
#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.
Fan in need of cleaning.
Aug 7, 2025 A 97 · 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.
Bartender eating at bar. Eat in designated area.
2-401.11 (A). Employee beverages must be stored in a designated area where contamination of food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, and single-use articles cannot occur.
Open cup of soda stored on top of coffee machine.
#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
Pico, lettuce, baked potato all recorded above 41F. CDI - Discarded. Suspected employees left food out during prep.
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 .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Repeat violation
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.
ROP tuna not slit prior to thawing per instructions. Slit ROP tuna when thawing or remove from packaging. REPEAT.
#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.
Sugar scoop stored with handles in product.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
Ceiling tiles missing near WIC. Provide.
#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.
Light bulbs not shielded near salad flip top
Apr 1, 2025 A 96.5 · 6 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
Some food products in WIC not covered. Keep foods covered/wrapped when not in active cooling. CDI - Covered.
#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.
Knife soiled with food debris. CDI - Taken to dish machine and 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 .
#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
Blanched fries and wings not dated. CDI - Dated as PIC knew date of prep.
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 .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
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.
ROP tuna was not slit during thawing process. Assure tuna is slit during thawing.
#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.
Colored cutting boards scarred and needs replacement, Replace
#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.
Handles of pans handing on green shelf in need of cleaning.
Shelving in need of cleaning as well.
Nov 14, 2024 A 96 · 5 violations
#9 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure 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
Observed bar tender cutting orange with bare hands. CDI - Stopped and directed to discard orange, wash hands and don gloves.
No points taken because kitchen staff has made great stride with glove use.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link: Handwashing and No Barehand Contact https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M
#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
Dish machine recorded at 0ppm sanitizer. EcoLab called for repair. Facility will cease use and use 3 comp. Sink until repaired
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
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −1
3-603.11 (B)(2) Consumer Advisory Disclosures that are asterisked to a footnote shall state, * Items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. -Pf
Disclosure missing. REPEAT. VR.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Some fruit flies observed near 3 comp. Sink. Contact pest control.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination.
Personal phone stored on bag of onions, Store in designated area only.
Jul 25, 2024 A 93 · 5 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P
Quat dispenser recorded low chemical. CDI - Tubes adjusted and sanitizer recorded good.
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 −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Salad cooler recorded high temps. On TCS foods. CDI- Unit knob was turned low, knob turned colder and temp. Dropped. CDI- Foods placed on TPHC to be discarded in an hour.
REPEAT
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −1
Repeat violation
3-603.11 (B)(2) Consumer Advisory Disclosures that are asterisked to a footnote shall state, * Items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. -Pf
No disclosure on menu. REPEAT
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf
Chicken wings and pasta cooling at room temp. CDI - Brought to WIC for 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 .
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
Hot water at 3 comp. Sink cannot turn off. Water system can turn off with knob that switches from water to sanitizer. Repair.
Apr 17, 2024 A 96 · 5 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
Dish machine recorded at 0ppm Bleach. Bucket was empty. CDI - Bucket re filled and machine primed.
Three buckets of Quat sanitizer recorded <50ppm. CDI - Buckets exchanged with new Quat.
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 −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Lettuce and hard boiled eggs recorded above 41F, CDI - 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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 is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P
French dip meat recorded on day 8. CDI - 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 .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
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
Add language ‘This item may be undercooked’ VR
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf
No Quat sanitizers on site
Nov 1, 2023 A 98 · 3 violations
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf
Mushrooms and diced tomatoes cooling incorrectly. Mushrooms on cooling rack at room temp. And tomatoes cooling in tub with lid on.CDI - Cooling adjusted.
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 .
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −1
Repeat violation
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf
No bleach strips on site. Obtain. VR. REPEAT
#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.
Knife strip and gaskets in need of cleaning.
Aug 16, 2023 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Some fruit flies observed in back corner of kitchen
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils.
One Employee not wearing hat/hair restraint. Wear hat or hair restraint.
#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 of metal containers observed.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf
No bleach test strips on site. VR.
Jun 9, 2023 A 96 · 3 violations
#12 · Food received at proper temperature −1
Corrected during inspection
3-202.11 (A), (B), (C), (D) All TCS foods shall be received at 41F or below; or at 135F or greater except raw EGGS may be received at 45F or less. -P
Delivery boxes of cheese and lettuce sitting in middle of kitchen when EHS arrived. Facility must immediately put TCS foods away. CDI- Placed in WIC to cool down.
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 .
#22 · 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
Every single item in main flip top cooler is not holding temp. PIC and EHS discussed purchasing a new cooler last inspection. PIC stated he has been looking. Facility must resolve cold holding issues - highly recommend getting new unit as soon as possible. If cold holding is not resolved with the next few weeks an ITS will be issued. REPEAT. CDI= Foods 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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.
Dry storage shelves and fan in need of cleaning.
Mar 22, 2023 A 97 · 1 violation
#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
Every single item in main flip top cooler not recording at proper temp. Of 41F. CDI - Unit is not functioning. All foods discarded. PIC called for repair on site and to arrive later in the day. VR. Facility will replace unit as. REPEAT.
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 .
Dec 14, 2022 A 93 · 12 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P For more information on handwashing, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
Employee washed hands but did not use a paper towel barrier to turn faucet off. Re washed, CDI.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf
Soap container in one of the ladies rooms is out. CDI - Re filled.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
Raw onions sitting on box next to hand-sink exposed to air/environmental contaminants. Keep food protected.
#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. 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 .
Dicer on wall and other dicer had debris in grates. CDI- Cleaned and brought to dish machine.
#22 · 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 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
Many food items in reach in cooler recorded above 41F (see chart). Suspect that reach in cooler is not working correctly as majority of food is out of temp. And WIC is working properly. PIC called for repair on cooler. VR. Use TPHC or ice baths until cooler repaired. REPEAT. This is 4th cold holding violation in a row. Facility must meet compliance or face an ITS permit action.
#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 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 .
Carm. Onions and black bean salsa date exceeded 7 day window.
CDI - Discarded.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-208.11 Store labeled, first aid supplies to prevent contamination.-P
Box of band aids stored on shelf above dish machine. CDI- Moved.
#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.
Oil bottles on top of grill in need of cleaning.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Repeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Low sanitizer recorded in Quat buckets. CDI - Re filled. REPEAT
#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.
Scarred cutting boards observed. Replace with new ones.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Torn gaskets and damaged container.
#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.
Shelves, fryer machines, exterior of euipment, Fans in need of cleaning.
#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.
Lights on ceiling not shielded. Provide shield.
Aug 26, 2022 A 95 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
CFPM Not on site.
#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.
Open personal drink stored on table.
#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 .
Raw beef, raw Philly, and raw chicken in reach in recorded above 41F. CDI - Discarded. REPEAT
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Low sanitizer bucket recorded.
#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
Obtain bleach strips.
Quat strips expired. Obtain new Quat strips. VR.
#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.
Gaskets in need of cleaning.
May 27, 2022 A 95.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P 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
Bar dish sanitizer recorded at 0ppm. CDI- Machine primed and unit recorded 50ppm. REPEAT. Prime machine before doing dishes.
#22 · 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 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 .
Cole slaw and tomatoes recorded above 41F. REPEAT. Points not escalated due to improvement from last inspection. CDI- Food discarded.
Mar 18, 2022 A 94 · 5 violations
#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
Emoployee was prepping burgers without gloves on. CDI- Food discarded, employee washed hands and donned gloves.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P 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
Bar dish machine recorded at 0ppm, CDI- Machine primed. REPEAT, Points. Not escalated because of improvement
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
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 .
Multiple foods in prep top Recorded above 41F, Faciity was extremely busy and suspect some food was left out. However, unit may not be functioning to full capacity. Foods within range immediately placed on TPHC and will remain on TPHC until unit is repaired and PIC will call for repair. VR.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
Speed rack i of fries and wings cooling at room temp. CDI- Rolled into WIC for cooling.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf
Raw shrimp thawing in standing water. CDI- Running water turned on
Dec 22, 2021 A 97 · 5 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
No written procedures on site, CDI- Given
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
Observed bar dish machine not sanitizing. Facility will call EcoLab and use main dish machine in meantime. VR.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf
Standing dicer, wall dicer, and knives soiled with food debris. CDI- Cleaned on site
#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.
One cockroach inside container of gyro meat in flip top. Also noticed a small dead bug in the corner of bar floor. CDI- Gyro meat discarded. Monitor pest control
#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.
Food stored on floor in WIC
#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.
Employee sweater stored on rack of dry goods
Sep 28, 2021 A 97 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf
Standing water in bar handsink. CDI- Drained and cleaned.
#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
Some items in flip top and WIC recorded above 41F (see chart). CDI- Discarded. REPEAT.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf
Wings and queso cooling at room temp. CDI- Cooling method adjusted.
Jun 15, 2021 A 96.5 · 5 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands. -P
Employee washed hands but did not use paper towels to turn faucet off. CDI- Explained proper way of hand washing. Employee re washed.
#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
Knife blades and dicer blades were soiled with food debris. CDI- Brought to dish machine.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Artichoke dip and lettuce recorded above 41F. CDI- Discarded
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Chemical bottle not labeled. CDI- Discarded.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
Floor paint chipping in corner near mop sink. REPEAT
Mar 2, 2021 A 96.5 · 6 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-101.11 PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF
No CFPM present during inspection.
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils.
Personal styrofoam cup stored on drain board of a sink... Store in manner to prevent contamination.
#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.
Container of flour stored on floor in dry goods area. Keep off floor.
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
Damaged can of tomato sauce not segregated. CDI- Segregated.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils.
One employee not wearing a hat/hair net while prepping food.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
Floor paint in back is chipping.
#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.
Personal sweater stored on rack in back dry goods area.
Dec 10, 2020 A 94.5 · 5 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
Employee was prepping a Ready to eat wrap with bare hands. CDI- Stopped employee, directed to discard food, wash hands and don gloves. Do not touch any RTE foods with bare hands.
#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
Some plates soiled with food debris. CDI- Brought to dish machine. REPEAT. Improvement noted, points not escalated.
#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 multiple food products in coolers recorded above 41F (see chart). Overstacked. Discarded.
#23 · Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods −0.5
Repeat violationFollow-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
Menu does not have disclosure. REPEAT. VR.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf
No thin probe thermoter on site. VR.
Sep 24, 2020 A 98 · 4 violations
#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
Observd some plates with food debris on food contact surface. CDI- Taken to dish machine.
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P
Downstairs bar machine recorded a sanitizer concentration of 0ppm. CDI- PIC stated machine was not yet used today and after a priming, machine recorded correct strength
#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 missing disclosure. Discussed this during transitional inspection and facility is in proccess of fixing. CDI.
#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.
Some wet stacking of plastic containers observed.
#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.
Phone stored on drain board of prep sink.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CLUTCH KITCHEN AND POURHOUSE” or State ID 2060019938). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.