Oct 21, 2026
A 98.5
· 2 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 observed no written procedures for vomit or diarrhea events. CDI: EHS provided procedures to PIC.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 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 multiple chubs in case opened without date marks. Observed lettuce, cooked mushrooms, and tomatoes on prep line and in fliptop without date marking. PIC stated that the lettuce and tomato was cut yesterday, mushrooms and the chubs were also opened yesterday. CDI: PIC dated items to reflect prep/open dates.
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 .
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Feb 23, 2026
A 96
· 5 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Repeat violation
-REPEAT-
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
Observed two trays of sliced tomatoes uncovered and not actively cooling. Tomatoes were prepped Sunday. PIC covered containers. Points not escalated due to improvement from previous inspection.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
-REPEAT-
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 prep table shelves with rust in back kitchen area. PIC to address repair/replacement of shelves.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
-REPEAT-
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 buildup of food debris on interior surfaces and sliding track of display case. Observed buildup of food and splash debris on exterior surfaces of equipment. PIC to address cleaning frequency.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance.
Observed open dumpster unit side doors. Observed a couch, chair and twin mattress in dumpster enclosure. Dumpsters are shared with other business and in accessible by residents of an adjacent apartment complex. PIC to work with other businesses and building owner to keep dumpster doors closed and enclosure free of unnecessary items.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
-REPEAT-
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity.
Observed missing light bulb in WIF. Per PIC, maintenance request has been submitted.
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Dec 3, 2025
A 96
· 6 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed three containers of sliced tomatoes and one container of tuna salad uncovered and not actively cooling. PIC covered tomatoes and tuna.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
-REPEAT-
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- Observed two containers of tuna without date mark. Per PIC, tuna was made the night before. CDI - PIC date marked containers 12/2.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
-REPEAT-
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 prep table shelves with rust in back kitchen area. PIC to address repair/replacement of shelving.
#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 buildup of food debris in the display case bottom and on interior shelving.
#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 buildup of food debris on floor of WIC. Observed debris buildup under equipment and in corners. PIC to address cleaning frequency.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed light in WIF not working. PIC to address replacement of bulb or repair of unit.
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Mar 13, 2025
A 95
· 7 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. Observed PIC unable to provide written procedure for responding to v&d incident. CDI- EHS provided handout to facility and discussed correlation to food borne illnesses.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 both handsinks with food debris. Front handsink had banana peppers inside sink and back handsink was used to dump ice. CDI- EHS educated PIC on handsink usage.
#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 shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and cherry pepper relish above 41F in prep top unit. CDI- PIC removed items to cool in WIC due to being out for less than two hours. EHS and PIC discussed overstocking being a cause for CH violations. *REPEAT*
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 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 cherry pepper relish with ingredients including a garlic and oil mixture being held without a date. CDI- EHS educated PIC on date marking items with TCS ingredients once items are removed from original packaging.
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 .
#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 three bottles of toxic material stored at front of establishment without label. CDI- PIC stated items were sanitizers for cleaning deli slicer. Label applied.
#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 shredded lettuce prepped and then cooled in prep top not cooling properly. CDI- PIC moved item to WIC. Observed grilled chicken that had been thawed in the morning cooling at a rate of .07F/min in WIC. CDI- PIC removed items to cool to rapidly cool in WIF. *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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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 shelf below prep sink adjacent to WIC rusting.
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