A93
GO GO EMPANADAS
11229 E INDEPENDENCE BV, Matthews, NC 28105
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060019359
Latest gradeA (93)
Last inspectedOct 23, 2026
Inspections on record25
On record sinceDec 5, 2018
Score history
Dec 5, 2018Higher is betterOct 23, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 23, 2026 A 93 · 8 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No certified food protection manager on site during inspection. Repeat
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. OBSERVED employee eating and drinking on prep table. CDI. Education was provided on where to eat in the establishment.
#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 heavy build up on both thermometers in the kitchen. CDI. PIC discarded the thermometers. Both were not working.
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 −3
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
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 items in the WI without dates. PIC voluntarily discarded.
Date marking will be checked during visit. To ensure continuous compliance. Facility will need to create a risk control plan for date marking.
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 .
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 items with expired dates. CDI. PIC indicated they were cooked yesterday and dated. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . EHS observed no working thermometer in establishment. 10 day VR will be conducted. -.5 Points
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 one large container of sugar without a label. -CDI- PIC labeled the container of sugar. repeat
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working with food without a hair cover.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee drinks stored on prep table.
Jun 5, 2026 A 92.5 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No certified food protection manager on site during inspection. Repeat
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towel at front hand sink. CDI-PIC provided paper towel. Repeat
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Follow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P. Observed all the items on the display case below 135F. PIC voluntarily discarded.
Will be back next week to check on the unit
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 −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 items in the WI without dates. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded.
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 .
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 items with expired dates. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#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 one large container of sugar without a label. -CDI- PIC labeled the container of sugar. (0 pts)
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed rusty on shelves.-
Observed damaged handle on RIF and torn gasket on the WIC. Repair the necessary items.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed the hot case upfront unable to hold temperature. Repeat
Jan 30, 2026 A 94.5 · 10 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No certified food protection manager on site during inspection. Repeat
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. EHS observed FOOD ITEMS in front of hand sink. CDI PIC removed chair. Repeat
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 multiple items with mold on some without dates in the WI. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
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)
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 .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
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 one large container of sugar without a label. -CDI- PIC labeled the container of sugar. (0 pts)
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed food items stored directly on trash can. Cdi. Pic removed.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working with food without a hair cover.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths stored directly on prep table. CDI. PIC removed.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed rusty on shelves.-
Observed damaged handle on RIF and torn gasket on the WIC. Repair the necessary items.
#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 hole on one of the ceiling tiles in the kitchen.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee drinks stored on prep table.
Sep 18, 2025 A 94 · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Facility need to use single use items for customers because there is no dish machine to sanitize multiple use equipment.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No certified food protection manager on site during inspection. CDI-CFPM arrived within the last 30 minutes of inspection
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
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. EHS observed FOOD ITEMS in front of hand sink. CDI PIC removed chair. -0 Points
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towel at hand sink during inspection. CDI. PIC provided one.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-703.11 After cleaning, equipment, food contact surfaces, and utensils shall be sanitized using an approved method.-P. OBSERVED facility using multiple use equipments for customers without a dish machine and washing taking place in the 3 comp sink. CDI. PIC discontinued the process and will only be done if a dish machine is used.
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 .
#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 multiple items in the RI at temperatures above 41F. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded. 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 −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 multiple items with mold on some without dates in the WI. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . EHS observed no working thermometer in establishment. 10 day VR will be conducted. -.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 soiled gasket on the WIC and also cleaning needed in shelves in the WI. Increase cleaning frequency. (0 pts)
May 23, 2025 A 96 · 4 violations
#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 soiled deli slicer under a prep table in the kitchen. PIC stated that they had not used the deli slicer in a while. -CDI- PIC cleaned the deli slicer. (0 pts)
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 −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 cooked sweet plantains, cooked corn and milk in the prep top unit without any date markings. -CDI- PIC correctly date marked the necessary items and voluntarily discarded the milk. REPEAT*** (3 pts)
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 .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
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 one large container of sugar without a label. -CDI- PIC labeled the container of sugar. (0 pts)
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed damaged handle on RIF and torn gasket on the WIC. Repair the necessary items. REPEAT*** (1 pt)
Feb 18, 2025 A 94.5 · 5 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P
Observed plastic container acting as a utensil to scoop out rice in direct contact with the rice while being stored in the WIC. -CDI- PIC removed the plastic container and scooped out the rice contaminated by the container. (1 pt)
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 milk in the prep unit, cut watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, cooked yuca, and cooked plantains in the WIC without dates. PIC stated that those items were opened/made 2 days prior. -CDI- PIC placed dates on all necessary items. REPEAT*** (3 pts)
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 .
#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 a plastic container acting as a utensil to scoop out rice in direct contact with the rice. -CDI- PIC removed the container. (0.5 pts)
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed broken handle of standing RIC in the kitchen. Repair handle. REPEAT *** (1 pt)
#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 soiled gasket on the WIC. Increase cleaning frequency. (0 pts)
Aug 22, 2024 B 89.5 · 9 violations
Inspector comments: PIC confirmed food safety materials were received via email from 8/2/2024 educational visit.
Please contact Environmental Health Department at 980-314-1620 to request a re-inspection.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no hand washing sign in restroom. CDI - Hand washing guidance provided to facility during inspection. -0-
#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 soiled tongs and blade on can opener affixed to prep table stored clean with heavy food debris. CDI - Both utensils placed at 3 compartment sink to be cleaned 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.
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135 F or above. - P. Observed beans hot holding at 110 F in warmer. PIC discovered that the warmer’s thermostat was low and increased to high. CDI - PIC transferred beans to stove top and reheated to 175 F. -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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. - P. EHS observed multiple trays of empanadas filled with TCS ingredients cold holding between 43-45 F. Refer to temperature observation chart. PIC states that these were prepared yesterday and had not been taken out for today. CDI - All products > 41 F voluntarily discarded by PIC. -3-
Recommend implementing cold logs to ensure TCS foods are at 41 F or less in cold holding.
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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24 hrs. - Pf. Observed pre-cooked chorizo, diced sausage in prep top with out date labels, cut honeydew, cantaloupe, watermelon and ham in the walk-in cooler with no date label. PIC states that these were first used yesteday. CDI - PIC allowed to date labeled products accordingly.
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 spinach and mozzarella sticks being held past 7 day requirement (8/14-8/20 and 8/7-8/13, respectively) and no date marking on rotisserie chicken. CDI - All items voluntarily discarded by PIC. -3-
EHS discussed with PIC about FIFO procedures.
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.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers. - Pf. Observed an unidentifiable in-use chemical spray bottle. CDI - PIC identified substance as bathroom cleaning agent and product labeled. -2-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
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 mini tongs used for empanadas at front counter stored inside of handwoven basket. CDI - Attendant removed tongs for washing. -0-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken handle on standing reach in freezer and damaged gaskets at walk-in cooler, 2-door standing reach-in unit, standing reach-in freezer and 2-door standing reach-in unit behind the front counter. Repair. -1-
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed restroom not providing a covered waste bin. -0-
May 20, 2024 A 92.5 · 8 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P EHS observed employee wash hands then turn off faucet with bare hands. EHS educated employee on proper handwash. CDI employee rewashed hands. -2 Points
For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
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. EHS observed chair in front of hand sink. CDI PIC removed chair. -0 Points
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Repeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P EHS observed garlic sauce and pink sauce in reach in cooler behind cash register cold holding above 41F. PIC states that employees have been going in and out of reach in frequently. CDI sauces were placed in freezer to cool quickly to 41F. -1.5 Points Repeat
EHS observed multiple TCS foods in flip top cooler at 50F. EHS noticed that flip top cooler is not functioning properly. All foods in flip top were voluntarily discarded by PIC. EHS will follow up to ensure flip top cooler has been repaired. EHS advised PIC not to use cooler until fixed.
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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 EHS observed sliced ham and milk in WIC with no date label. PIC states that ham was cut last night and milk was opened two days ago. CDI PIC date labeled milk and ham. -1.5 Points
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 .
#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 EHS observed a spray bottle with written label. CDI PIC correctly labeled spray bottle. -1 Point
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . EHS observed no working thermometer in establishment. 10 day VR will be conducted. -.5 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 broken handle on reach in cooler, broken light bulb inside WIC and flip top cooler not working properly. PIC states that work order has been submitted for flip top cooler. -.5 Points Repeat
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. EHS observed dim lighting due to broken light bulb in WIC. -.5 Points
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May 12, 2021 A 93 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Dec 14, 2020 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Jul 29, 2020 A 94 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Jan 10, 2020 A 94.5 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Jul 12, 2019 A 97 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Feb 27, 2019 A 98 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Dec 5, 2018 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GO GO EMPANADAS” or State ID 2060019359). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.