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A92.5

WATERBEAN COFFEE

333 MAIN ST, Pineville, NC 28134
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110510
Latest gradeA (92.5)
Last inspectedOct 14, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceNov 16, 2022

Score history

7085100 Nov 16, 2022: 97.5Feb 7, 2023: 98Aug 21, 2023: 92.5Feb 9, 2024: 92Sep 3, 2024: 94.5Mar 21, 2025: 94Aug 4, 2025: 92Mar 3, 2026: 98Oct 14, 2026: 92.5
Nov 16, 2022Higher is betterOct 14, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 14, 2026 A 92.5 · 16 violations
Inspector comments: Discussion with staff revealed cooking of raw shell eggs in the microwave without proper knowledge/training of final cook temperature or compliant thin probe thermometer for verifying final cook temperatures onsite. A follow up visit will be made to re-assess compliance. Establishment must: 1. Cook eggs (and all raw proteins) to 165F or higher, if done in microwave. 2. Verify the final cook temperatures with a thin probe thermometer.
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Follow-up verification required
10 DAY VR. 2-101.11 (A) PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF Observed no employee onsite willing to assume responsibility as the person in charge during inspection. Staff members were not properly trained annd able to answer questions about the scope of establishments operation; how equipment is used, required frequency of cleaning food contact surfaces, or required final cook temperatures of raw eggs cooked in the microwave. EHS advised staff on rules for these items. Owner or manager should follow up with EHS to discuss this matter within 10 days. Business card provided. (-1)
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM onsite. (-1)
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
Follow-up verification required
REPEAT. 10 DAY VR. 2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF Observed staff members unsure of when they are allowed to return to work if required to refrain from food handling due to excludable illness or symptoms. EHS advised staff on correct answers. Re-training on employee health policy is required. EHS provided an updated copy of Employee Health Policy with signature sheet for employees to verify they have been trained. PIC should reach out to EHS to discuss correction within 10 days. (-1)
#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 Observed raw shell eggs stored on rack above bread, milk, and other RTE foods in two door reach in cooler. CDI- Storage order rearranged. No physical contamination observed. (-0)
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (C ) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, throughout the day at least every 4 hours, unless otherwise indicated in the Food Code, P. Staff explained that food contact surfaces and in-use equipment like scoops, cutting boards, and tongs will be cleaned once per day, when establishment operates from 7am-7pm. Clean and sanitize used utensils and food contact surfaces at least every 4 hours, or as needed for contamination. EHS noted the time was noon when this discussion occurred, and food contact surfaces where one hour past the window for compliant cleaning frequency. CDI- In-use utensils cleaned and sanitized. (-1.5)
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed sliced tomato at 44F inside lowboy. CDI- Tomatoes unlidded and return below 41F within an hour. (-0)
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Observed no date mark on fully cooked sausage with open commercial packaging in RIC. Also observed “Waterbean sauce” in lowboy dates for 10/07, which expired the 13th (prep date is day one, with 7 usable days after opening/prep) CDI- EHS confirms prep date and employee dates sausage. Water bean sauce with expired date mark voluntarily disposed. (-0)
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
10 DAY VR. 4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods. -Pf Observed only a thick probe, analogue thermometer onsite. Provide properly calibrated, thin probe thermometer within 10 days and verify with EHS. (-0.5)
#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 container of mushrooms lined with standard paper towel in back of kitchen lowboy. EHS advised staff to remove. (-0)
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food handler wearing watches and bracelets. 2-302.11 (B) Unless wearing intact gloves in good repair, a Food Employee may not wear fingernail polish or artificial fingernails when working with exposed food. - Pf Observed food handler with painted fingernails preparing customer beverages without gloves. CDI- EHS spoke to employee, who donned gloves. 2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C) Observed food handler with hair inadequately restrained touch hair and then touch food contact portion of single service lid. EHS intervened and food handler put hair into effective restraint. Establishment must implement an employee personal cleanliness policy and ensure staff are trained. (-0.5)
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT. 3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed multiple severely soiled wiping cloths on back and front prep surfaces without sanitizer buckets made for their storage. EHS advised staff to make buckets, verify sanitizer concentration, and change as required. (-1)
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Employees present state they are not aware of if or how produce is washed before serving. PIC shall train employees and ensure that produce which is not pre-washed is properly rinsed onsite. Use clean prep sink and plain water, or an approved rinse aid. EHS will discuss this item during verification for other items in inspection report. (-0)
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
4-502.13 Single-use and single-service articles cannot be reused. Observed Sysco single-service plastic mayo tub being used for house-made sauce. Provide washable containers for storage of food and do not reuse containers from other food products. Single service plastic is not intended for ware-washing. EHS noted allergen information was compliant on label added to container. (-0)
#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 torn gasket in lowboy not repaired/replaced since noted on the last inspection. Replace gasket to ensure seal and proper cold holding in lowboy is maintained. (-1)
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
Corrected during inspection
6-302.11 Supply toilet tissue at each toilet. -Pf Observed no toilet paper in one of two restrooms. CDI- Employee restocks toilet paper. (-0)
#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 dust and cobwebs in back of corridor behind the water heater, to left of fliptop. Increase cleaning frequency. (-0)

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Mar 3, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Follow-up verification required
10 DAY VR. 2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF Observed no verification method for employee health training. PICs responds correctly to questions and education resource is available onsite. PICs should have employee read and sign form, then return signed copies to EHS via text or email within 10 days. (-0) Form here: https://mecknc.widen.net/s/ftrdv7k6rd/food-employee-reporting-agreement
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Repeat violation
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed visibly soiled dry wiping cloth on back prep counter. EHS discusses use of wiping cloths with PIC. (-1)
#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 torn gasket on lowboy. Replace at earliest opportunity. (-1) 4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed unsealed wood at front counter with peeling and material deterioration. Use food safe wood sealant to make area non-absorbent and restore ability to clean, or replace material altogether.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed broken hand soap dispenser at hand sink. Repair or bring a single bottle of soap for easy use to hand sink. (-0)

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Aug 4, 2025 A 92 · 11 violations
Inspector comments: Smoked salmon is farm raised- no parasite destruction letter required.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT. 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM onsite. (-1)
#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 Observed no V&D clean up procedures onsite. CDI- EHS provided link to form here: https://mecknc.widen.net/s/tjmfzkx2cx/vomit-and-diarrhea-clean-up (-0)
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violation
REPEAT. 3 DAY VR. 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed all TCS foods in lowboy below fliptop and inside 3 door RIC above 41F, with the exception of milk which was just delivered. All TCS foods from RIC and lowboy voluntarily disposed of. Milks at and below 41F moved to alternate lowboy. EHS will make return visit within 3 days to reassess. (-3)
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed several TCS foods in various locations without date marks (opened sliced lettuce, deli meat, cream cheese, sliced cheese, etc). CDI- Items voluntarily disposed of due to separate cold holding matter. (-1.5)
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed chemical spray bottle on prep counter beside teas and espresso machine. CDI- Chemical bottle moved away from food prep area. (-0)
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed soiled wiping cloths on prep counter near microwave. CDI- Wiping cloths moved to area for storage of soiled linens. EHS advising setting up sani-bucket for wiping cloth storage between uses. (-0.5)
#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 metal containers stacked wet at clean dish rack. CDI- wet containers unstacked for drying. (-0)
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT. 4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed unwrapped single service trays on back prep counter. CDI- Trays inverted to protect food contact side from contamination. (-1)
#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 torn gasket inside lowboy. Also observed ambient temperature of 46F inside lowboy and 44F inside 3 door RIC. (-1)
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed dark residue on inside of ice machines component not making contact with ice itself. Clean and sanitize at earliest opportunity. (-0)
#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 coffee grounds covering wooden shelf below tea canisters. Also observed build up of dirt and debris inside paper towel dispensers of restrooms and at hand sink. EHS advises thoroughly cleaning inside of dispensers next time they are disassembled to refill paper towels, to prevent contamination of employees clean hands. (-0)

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Mar 21, 2025 A 94 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed PIC not present upon arrival. CDI by instruction. Repeat. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 turn faucet off with bare hands after washing. CDI, employee rewashed hands and used barrier.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed 1 spray bottle of chlorine sanitizer testing below 50ppm. CDI, bottle refilled to required concentration. 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 Observed coffee half and half held at 55 degrees F. CDI, creamer voluntarily discarded. TPHC discussed with PIC as possible option. Repeat. TPHC document emailed to operator . For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf - Observed multisurface and floor cleaner bottles not labeled. CDI, bottles labeled.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single-service coffee filters removed from protective packaging. Maintain in original protective packaging or transfer to covered container to prevent from potential contamination.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed split gasket on door of reach in refrigerator . Repeat.

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Sep 3, 2024 A 94.5 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Salami - cold hold flip top - 41 Sausage - cold hold flip top - 40 Cheese - cold hold flip top - 39 Egg — final cook 171 Half and half - cold hold - 54 Milk - tall reach in - 38 Cheese - prep unit - 40
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Corrected during inspection
PIC not certified. CDI by instruction.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed half and half cold held at 54 degrees F. CDI, half and half voluntary discarded.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
Observed chemicals hanging from HW sink and above prep station. CDI, chemicals relocated for proper storage
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1
Follow-up verification required
Observed no parasite destruction letter or letter of guarantee provided for lox salmon identified with consumer advisory on menu
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Observed 1 dead roach on floor in corner of kitchen.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Observed a split gasket on door of low reach in refrigerator

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Feb 9, 2024 A 92 · details not yet loaded

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Aug 21, 2023 A 92.5 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 7, 2023 A 98 · details not yet loaded

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Nov 16, 2022 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “WATERBEAN COFFEE” or State ID 20600110510). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.