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A94.5

ENZOS ITALIAN MARKET & OSTERIA

130 MATTHEWS STATION ST, 1-H, Matthews, NC 28105
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111607
Latest gradeA (94.5)
Last inspectedOct 21, 2026
Inspections on record2
On record sinceMay 22, 2026

Score history

7085100 May 22, 2026: 97Oct 21, 2026: 94.5
May 22, 2026Higher is betterOct 21, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 21, 2026 A 94.5 · 10 violations
Inspector comments: Verified no TCS food items kept in temporary WIC. WIC containing frozen bakery items, market items, and non TCS produce. EHS will continue to monitor until permanent WIC & WIF are installed. TCS items in hot holding unit at cafe are display only.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use - Pf. Observed 3 Handsinks throughout facility with rags and spoons stored inside. CDI - Items removed. - REPEAT - 2 -
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed both slicers in charcuterie area in need of cleaning. Observed several plastic and ceramic containers throughout facility in need of cleaning. CDI - Items moved to 3 compartment sink to be washed/rinsed/and sanitized. - 1.5 - 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
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 bulk containers of sauces in reach in cooler, cooked pastas in grill drawer, and some squeeze bottles of salad dressing without dates marked. CDI - Items date marked with date of prep. If any dates were unknown, items were voluntarily discarded. - 0 - For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −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 deep pan of pasta salad cooling covered at 68F in reach in cooler. Observed prepared pasta + sauce meal cooling covered in market case. PIC stated these items were just placed in containers and into case. CDI - Items were uncovered and moved to freezer for rapid cooling. These items were found at the end of the inspection. - 0.5 - For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
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 a few containers of dry spices without labels. Observed a few bottles with faded labels. Label items as needed. - 0 -
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed one sani bucket reading 0 ppm QUAT. CDI - bucket refilled. 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 several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces and atop clean dishes throughout kitchen. CDI - Items were moved to be laundered. - 0.5 -
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 container of room temp water used to hold ice cream scoops. CDI - Container emptied. - REPEAT - 0.5 -
#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 several containers stored with sticker debris. Observed shelving throughout kitchen in need of cleaning. - 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 wall behind cook line in need of cleaning. - 0 -
#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. EHS observed employee keys stored on prep top. Observed employee speaker stored on dry storage shelf. 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. Observed employee drink and food container stored above clean equipment on dry storage shelving. - 0.5 -

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May 22, 2026 A 97 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Verified no TCS food items kept in temporary WIC’s. WIC containing frozen bakery items, market items, and non TCS produce. EHS will continue to monitor until permanent WIC & WIF are installed.
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
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. Observed a few employee beverages on prep tops / shelving above food items and cleaned equipment throughout facility. CDI - Drinks removed. - 0.5 -
#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 Observed paper towels missing from dish area hand sink. CDI - Paper towels installed. 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed hand sink at bakery/meat area blocked by boxes and PIC doing prep. Maintain hand sink accessible at all times. - 1 -
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed produce stored above RTE foods in RIC and WIC. Rearrange to : Washed produce & ready to eat foods -> unwashed produce. 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw lamb over RTE food items in prep unit. CDI - Storage order rearranged. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed strombolis hot holding at 101F. Observed red sauce holding 127F. PIC stated items are only kept through lunch and then discarded. Facility will hold items on TPHC. Facility was already marking with time of removing from hot hold. PIC was given TPHC form for items held on TPHC. - 0 - 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 .
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
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 ice cream and bakery utensils stored in containers of 80F water. CDI - Containers were emptied. - 0 -
#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 containers of single-service items stored on the floor throughout. Maintain items at least 6” off the floor. - 0 -

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ENZOS ITALIAN MARKET & OSTERIA” or State ID 20600111607). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.