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HUANGS CHINA BISTRO

19826 NORTH COVE RD, SUITE C, Cornelius, NC 28031

Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060018602

Latest gradeA (90)

Last inspectedAug 11, 2026

Inspections on record33

On record sinceAug 9, 2016

Score history

Aug 9, 2016Higher is betterAug 11, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 11, 2026 A 90 · 13 violations

Inspector comments: TPHC - Fried Chicken and Egg Rolls Approved Food Coloring Additives

#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use

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 several employee drinks stored on top of prep surfaces.

#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. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed several lids stored inside of a corner hand sink and no paper towels available. CDI - Lids were removed and paper towels were provided.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3

Repeat violationFollow-up verification required

REPEAT 3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed 45-48 degree TCS foods in the large prep cooler. Food was removed from temperature control after the lunch rush. EHS provided a TEMPORARY 4-hour TPHC policy until the unit is repaired.

#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Corrected during inspection

3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf Observed missing time label for fried chicken and egg rolls. CDI - Items were labeled for the time they were removed from temperature control.

#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 one spray bottle of chemical without a label. CDI - Owner labeled during inspection.

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −2

Repeat violation

REPEAT 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed a few boxes of food on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Observed boxes of oil stored on the floor of the dry storage area. Observed continers of chicken stored on the floor while prepping in the mixer

#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces.

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled

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. Observed wet-stacked dishes.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 4-904.11 (A) Display and handle single-use and single-service articles and cleaned and sanitized utensils to prevent contamination. Observed self-service plastic forks in a container with the ends of the forks pointing upwards.

#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. 4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed rusting shelves in the walk-in cooler. Observed “house hold use only” small reach-in cooler, Instapot and blenders.

#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 build-up of grease and food debris on the sides and tops of equipment.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Corrected during inspection

5-202.14 Prevent backflow or back siphonage prevention devices installed shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering standards. -P Observed a water hose being cut off by a spray nozzle with an ASSE-1001 backflow prevention device that is not rated for continuous pressure. CDI - Water was turned off at the faucet.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed open dumpster doors and two missing drain plugs.

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Jan 13, 2026 A 90.5 · 12 violations

Inspector comments: TPHC - Egg Rolls, Fried Chicken A large ice cream freezer is located in the dining room for employee food only.

#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1

Corrected during inspection

2-103.11(B) - Persons unnecessary to the establishment shall not be in the food preparation or storage areas. Observed a child inside of the kitchen. CDI - Child was removed from the kitchen.

#15 · Food separated & protected −3

Repeat violation

REPEAT 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw chicken above onions in the walk-in cooler. Observed open packages of open packages of raw chicken and beef stored above ready-to-eat items in the walk-in freezer. CDI - Items were moved to the correct storage order.

#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 a pan of 94 degree chicken next to the oven that was not being used under TPHC. CDI - Item was voluntarily discarded.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Repeat violationFollow-up verification required

REPEAT 3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed 45-48 degree TCS foods in the large prep cooler. Owner stated that this is due to it being turned off after freezing over night. Food was brought out at 11:00 this morning. Food was voluntarily discarded. EHS placed cooler on TEMPORARY 4-hour TPHC until the unit is repaired.

#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate

4-204.112 (B) Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. Observed missing thermometer for the reach-in cooler.

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed a few boxes of food on the floor of the walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler. Improvements made from previous inspection due to all items in the unused dining room being off of the floor.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5

Repeat violation

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

Repeat violation

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P Observed the spray hose for the 3-compartment sink hanging well below the flood rim. CDI - Hose was hung up on a hook.

#52 · Sewage & wastewater properly disposed

5-403.12 Condensate and Air-conditioning drain pipes must drain properly to an approved drain line. Observed a hose connecting the air-conditioning unit in the ceiling to the right side of the 3-compartment sink. Owner stated that it began leaking yesterday and that it will be repaired soon.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5

Repeat violation

REPEAT 5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in the women’s restroom.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5

Repeat violation

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Sep 10, 2025 A 94 · 13 violations

Inspector comments: TPHC - Egg Rolls and Fried Chicken

#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 a spray hose nozzle inside of a hand sink. CDI - Hose was removed.

#15 · Food separated & protected −3

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed wonton strips being stored inside of a used raw chicken box. CDI - Wontons were voluntarily discarded. Establishment will no longer use raw chicken boxes for food storage. Observed open packages of raw beef stored above Swai and cooked pork in the walk-in freezer. CDI - Item were placed in the correct order.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Corrected during inspection

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed rice residue inside of a rice cooker stored as clean. CDI - Rice cooker will be rewashed, rinsed and sanitized.

#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 noodles over 41 degrees in the prep cooler due to being over stacked. CDI - Noodles were voluntarily discarded.

#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 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P 7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. -P Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. Observed chemicals stored next to a mech bag of chili peppers. Observed butane cans stored above starch. Observed medicine stored in a container above the prep cooler. CDI - Chemical bottle was labeled. Medicines and chemicals were moved to areas away from food.

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed several bags of rice and starch stored on the floor of the dining room. Improvements made from previous inspection.

#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. Observed cups with no handles being used to scoop spices.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

4-904.11 (A) Display and handle single-use and single-service articles and cleaned and sanitized utensils to prevent contamination. Observed self-service plastic forks in a container with the ends of the forks pointing upwards.

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

Corrected during inspection

4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. 4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a cardboard raw chicken box being reused as a container for ready-to-eat wonton strips. CDI - Chicken boxes and wontons were voluntarily discarded. Observed a “household use only” reach-in cooler and rusting shelves in the walk-in cooler.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Corrected during inspection

5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P 5-202.14 Prevent backflow or back siphonage prevention devices installed shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering standards. -P Observed an active water hose connected to a ASSE-1001 backflow prevention device on the mop sink faucet that is not rated for continuous pressure. CDI - Water was turned off. Observed a pre rinse spray hose hanging well below the flood rim. CDI - Hose was hung up on a hook.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in the women’s restroom.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. 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 doors, a missing drain plug and several piles of garbage and sticks inside of the enclosure.

#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 heavy grease build-up on the floors under the fryers and grill.

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Jun 4, 2025 A 95 · 9 violations

#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager

Corrected during inspection

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. *Observed - No CFPM onsite during time of inspection. *CDI - CFPM arrived during inspectors typing of report. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P- *Observed - Raw Chicken stored above raw shell eggs in WIC and Frozen Raw Chicken stored above Frozen Raw Beef in WIF. *CDI - PIC corrected storage order in both the WIC and the WIF. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P- *Observed - Raw Chicken and Raw Shrimp stored above Broccoli in WIC. *CDI - PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. *Observed - Unwashed produce stored above fried rice and noodles. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Corrected during inspection

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf- *Observed - Scissors, small slicer, and tongs stored clean with dry food debris. *CDI - PIC placed items into 3 compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. 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 .

#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P- *Observed - 3 bus tubs of fried chicken above 41F in WIC that were prepared yesterday, see temp chart for details. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded items. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .\

#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- *Observed - 3 bus tubs of fried chicken prepared and cooked yesterday above 41F in WIC. Containers were filled past the fill line and wrapped with Suran wrap, see temp chart for details. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded items. 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 .

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. *Observed - cardboard boxes of food stored on floor in WIF.

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

Corrected during inspection

3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. *Observed - scoops without handles inside the brown rice container and flour container. *CDI - PIC removed and voluntarily discarded scoops.

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - Torn Gasket to left lowboy door of flip top unit.

#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5

Corrected during inspection

6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. *Observed - Employees personal hat stored above 3 compartment sink hanging next to dishes stored clean. *CDI - PIC voluntarily removed item.

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Jan 28, 2025 A 94 · 5 violations

#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 several lids stored in hand sink. CDI: Lids removed.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3

Repeat violation

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed several TCS foods being held above 41F in main make table. PIC stated unit froze itself due to outside temperature changes occurring so turned off to defrost. PIC stated product placed into @11:30am opening. Facility keeping raw meats in walk-in cooler and getting product per customer order. EHS advised doing same for TCS vegetables. PIC voluntarily discarded TCS foods out of temperature. PIC turned on unit to begin cooling back down to temperature. EHS will return within 3 days to verify unit properly maintaining TCS foods at or below 41F. REPEAT VIOLATION. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.

#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 sesame chicken and brown rice prepared and held more than 24 hours with no date labels. PIC stated sesame chicken prepared 01/27/25 and brown rice prepared 01/26/25. CDI: PIC back dated product. 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 Observed sesame chicken and brown rice prepared and held more than 24 hours with no date labels. PIC stated sesame chicken prepared 01/27/25 and brown rice prepared 01/26/25. CDI: PIC back dated product. **Continued non-compliance can result in food being discarded at next inpsection**

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers. -Pf Observed chemicals spray bottles of dish soap and degreaser with no labels. CDI: Food employee labeled product. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

Repeat violation

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 on vent hood filters. Observed several gaskets throughout kitchen soiled with food waste. REPEAT VIOLATION.

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Sep 4, 2024 A 95.5 · 5 violations

#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 large round bowl of raw chicken stored above cooked chicken in walk-in cooler. CDI: Education provided and storage order rearranged.

#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 various TCS foods being held above 41F in make table. See temp chart for details. Ambient temp of unit 43F. Products with various prep dates. CDI: Education provided, PIC turned down temp of unit(35F internal), and product voluntarily discarded.

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed bottle soap with no label stored on drain board of prep sink. CDI: PIC labeled and relocated. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

Repeat violation

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 shelving throughout facility soiled with debris. Observed fan cover in walk-in cooler soiled with buildup. Observed mild-moderate grease buildup on vent hood filters. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#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 grease buildup and debris under cook line on floor.

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Apr 3, 2024 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded