A98

COOK OUT #40

425 HUNTERSVILLE GATEWAY BV, Huntersville, NC 28078

Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060015777

Latest gradeA (98)

Last inspectedOct 21, 2026

Inspections on record34

On record sinceJul 11, 2013

Score history

Jul 11, 2013Higher is betterOct 21, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 21, 2026 A 98 · 6 violations

#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 Observed grilled chicken HH below 135F in butter on grill. CDI - PIC reheated chicken to 165F for HH. 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 .

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several flys throughout establishment. Increase pest control

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice machine and PU leaking water. PIC stated ice machine has been repaired several times but does not stay fixed. EHS observed water all over the floor in establishment. Permanently repair/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. Observed WIF with visible food debris. Observed shelving throughout establishment in need of cleaning. Increase cleaning frequency.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

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 buildup a food residue throughout floors, underneath equipment, and on walls throughout establishment. Increase the frequency.

#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Corrected during inspection

6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee personal items stored on shelving with food for sale. CDI - PIC moved to prevent contamination.

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Jun 30, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#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 cut watermelon, used for seasonal milkshake flavor, cold holding in flip top cooler at 48F. CDI - Watermelon was cut and placed in flip top at noon. Cut watermelon was placed in ice bath to rapidly cool to 41F or less. Cut watermelon was at 40F by 4PM. Whole watermelons are stored in walk in cooler, cut, placed back in walk in cooler to cool to 41F, then small portions are placed in flip top unit for service. -1.5 points- 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

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 written procedures for cheese, sliced tomatoes, coleslaw, diced chicken, hot dogs, quesadillas, and other TCS foods that are held on TPHC. CDI - PIC was able to have all TPHC procedures e-mailed from corporate office during inspection. PIC has been advised to retain procedures in establishment and make available upon request. -0 points- TPHC procedure template may be found at: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

#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 build up of dust on ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen prep areas. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-

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Dec 4, 2025 A 98 · 3 violations

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Corrected during inspection

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed produce slicer stored on prep sink drain board with food debris accumulation. PIC stated food employee clean slicer after use this morning. CDI- PIC removed item to be w/r/s. 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 . 4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. P. Observed food thermometer stored on hood system with food debris and residue accumulation. CDI- PIC removed item to be w/r/s.

#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P. Observed grilled chicken cooked to 150F before being prepped for expedition. EHS discussed with PIC, PIC had food employee remove item to complete cooking process on grill. CDI- PIC raised temp of grill, chicken was cooked to above 165F.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

Repeat violation

6-501.16 Store mops for air drying after use. Observed mop stored in bucket of water during entire inspection while not being used. *REPEAT* 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 floor tile in disrepair near flat top grill. PIC stated that work order has been placed.

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Jul 9, 2025 A 98 · 5 violations

Inspector comments: Facility provided updated V&D handout.

#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed shredded chicken fail to cool to 41F or below after cooling since 1046am. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded item. For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .

#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 shredded chicken fail to cook properly through parameters. CDI- see item #20. Observed cut melons, chili base, shredded chicken being cooled in deep pans with tight fitting lids. CDI- PIC removed tight fitting lids from containers. Observed shredded chicken cooling in flip top unit next to grill while lid was maintained open. CDI- PIC removed item to be rapidly cooled, EHS discussed effective cooling methods. 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 .

#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. Observed gaskets with food and liquid debris accumulation on cook line. Observed racks used for storing clean dishes with heavy residue and debris accumulation above 3-comp.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed pipe under prep sink disconnected from draining port of sink. PIC stated they were unaware this had happened. Repair system to ensure pipe remains in place at all times.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6-501.16 Store mops for air drying after use. Observed mop stored in bucket of water during entire inspection while not being used.

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Mar 13, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Establishment uses TPHC for all TCS foods in cold holding on prep line. Start and discard times are tracked using paper taped above each item. Written TPHC procedures are stored in filing cabinet.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in men's restroom. CDI - Paper towels were provided. -0 points-

#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5

Corrected during inspection

3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed ice scoop stored in ice bin with handle touching ice. CDI - Ice scoop was repositioned in ice so that handle no longer made contact. 3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed spatula stored in space between flip top cooler and grill. Space between flip top unit and grill is not regularly sanitized. CDI - Spatula was taken to three compartment sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. -0.5 points-

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Nov 7, 2024 A 99 · 4 violations

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies in kitchen area. -0 points-

#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 rusty shelving throughout kitchen and walk in cooler. Recommend replacing/resurfacing shelving so that surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable. -REPEAT- -0.5 points-

#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 food splash, residues, and debris on non-food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, cold holding equipment, hot holding equipment, and inside cooling drawers. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-

#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 food splash, residues, and food debris on floors walls and under equipment. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0.5 points-

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Jul 1, 2024 A 99 · 3 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing signage in employee restroom. CDI - Signage was given to PIC to post in restroom. -0 points-

#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 unlabeled spray bottles of unknown substances. PIC identified contents to be a pino-sol mixture and degreaser. CDI - PIC labeled spray bottles with name of contents. -1 point-

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed handwashing sink in female restroom detached from wall. Observed flip top cooler not working. Observed rusty shelving throughout. PIC has work orders for handwashing sink and notified supervisor of malfunctioning flip top cooler. PIC took appropriate action by removing food prior to inspection and using ice baths. PIC has order placed for new shelving. -0 points-

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Nov 27, 2023 A 98 · 4 violations

#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on staff at time of inspection.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. -Pf Observed ice in front hand sink. CDI: PIC cleaned. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#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 ground beef cooling in grill make table. PIC stated product prepared between 12pm-1pm. CDI: Education provided and product moved to walk-in cooler.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

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 ice buildup on walk-in freezer floor. REPEAT VIOLATION.

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Jul 11, 2023 A 97 · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Discussed Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) with PIC, Jon. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. -Pf Observed ice in front hand sink. CDI: PIC cleaned. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at restroom hand sink. CDI: PIC provided paper towels.

#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 cut watermelon being held above 41F in shake make table. Product dated 07/10/23. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded product. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed corner flashing missing on wall next to employee restroom door. 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 walk-in freezer floor soiled with debris/food waste. CDI: PIC cleaned floor. REPEAT VIOLATION. **Points not assessed for 6-501.12 due to corrective action during inspection.

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Jan 27, 2023 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded