Oct 15, 2026
A 98.5
· 4 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 employee present with active ANSI food protection manager certification. At least 1 employee with active certification must be present during all hours of operation. REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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. Employee water bottle observed in the ice in ice machine. Also, employee drink observed on prep table where fruit was being cut. Do not store items in ice machine. Employee drinks must be stored in a separate area.
#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) Cabbage and tomatoes in sandwich coolers were not labeled with prep dates. TCS RTE foods must be labeled with prep date. CDI - PIC placed prep date labels on items. 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: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.16(A) Provide receptacles of sufficient capacity to hold refuse, recyclables, and returnables that accumulate. Large amount of trash bags around dumpster. Ensure that trash is picked up often enough to fit in dumpster. 0 pts.
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May 28, 2026
A 97.5
· 2 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No employee present had active ANSI food protection manager certification. At least 1 employee shall be present with active ANSI food protection manager certification.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 Corn in hot holding measured 120-150. Burner was turned off. TCS foods must measure at least 135F. CDI - Employee reheated corn to 170F.
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 .
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Dec 3, 2025
A 96.5
· 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT: 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one present with a food protection manager certification during inspection. -1-
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. - P.
2-301.15 Only wash hands in handwashing sink. - Pf.
Observed only employee wash hands in the 3-compartment sink, take a customer order and transition into donning clean gloves to prepare order. Employee was instructed to wash hands at the hand washing sink. While washing hands, employee recontaminated them by turning off water supply without a barrier. CDI - Employee coached on proper hand washing procedures. -2-
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. - P. Observed scented room spray stored with drink syrups. CDI - Employee removed. -0-
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed small flying insects in the prep area. -0-
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed packaged ice cream cones stored on the floor. -0-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
3-304.12 (D) When running water is used for storing utensils for moist foods, the water velocity must be sufficient to flush particulates to the drain. EHS arrived at the same time as employee who opened the facility and observed ice scoops submerged in stagnant water inside dipper well. -0.5-
#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 stacked boxes of cups and lids stored on the floor in the dining room. -0-
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Mar 31, 2025
A 97
· 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one present with Food protection manager certification during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P. Observed pack of strawberries with white build up. CDI: Item was voluntarily discarded.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-702.11 Utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use, after cleaning.-P. Observed employee wash/rinse squeeze bottle then place as clean without sanitizing. CDI: Item was sanitized in 50ppm chlorine.
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 .
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 food debris in bottom of prep unit. Clean as needed.
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Dec 3, 2024
A 98
· 5 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 scrubbing pads being stored in hand sink next to ice machine. CDI: Items were removed.
#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 bulk container of spices not labeled. Label items.
#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 debris in bottom of glass door reach in. Clean as needed.
#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 cracked floor tile by 3 compartment sink. Repair
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Jun 5, 2024
A 95.5
· 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager onsite during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 cut tomatoes and cut cabbage above 41F after more than 4 hours of cooling. CDI: Items were voluntarily discarded.
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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed sweet milk in prep unit 1 and cojita inside prep top/unit 2 above 41F, ambient air of prep top/unit 2 was 45F. Items were moved to other refrigeration. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
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 .
#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 cut tomatoes and cut cabbage cooling inside prep top which has an ambient air temperature of 45F. CDI: EHS and PIC discussed 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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed small flying insects in the prep area.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths being stored inside 10ppm chlorine. CDI: PIC added more chlorine to bucket.
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed cut apples with stickers still on. Ensure fruits and vegetables are washed and stickers removed.
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Oct 20, 2023
A 95.5
· 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on site during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 reach in cooler holding sweet milk above 41F. CDI: Sweet Milk relocated to a different refrigerator.
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
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 no date mark on watermelon or tomatoes that PIC stated was cut yesterday. Observed no date mark on cabbage that PIC stated was cut 2 days ago or on cotija that PIC stated was opened yesterday. CDI: Products dated. REPEAT VIOLATION
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 .
#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 0ppm sanitizer in bucket with wet wiping cloths. CDI: Bleach added to bucket to increase sanitizer to proper concentration.
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
Corrected during inspection
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed avocados in prep top cooler with stickers remaining. CDI: Avocados were washed and stickers removed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Repeat violation
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no plug at dumpster. REPEAT VIOLATION This is a shared dumpster. EHS recommends that PIC contact landlord regarding getting a plug placed in the dumpster. Points will be deducted on the next inspection if plug is still not in place.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster door left open. This is a shared dumpster.
#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 baseboard coming off of wall to the left of the 3-comp sink. Have baseboard reaffixed.
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Jun 19, 2023
A 98
· 4 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 vomit and diarrhea clean up plan on site. CDI: EHS provided PIC with the one-page handout from the county.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 watermelon date marked for 6/19 when it was cut yesterday. CDI: Date corrected.
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 .
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 no date mark on large watermelon that has been cut off of. CDI: Date of yesterday added to watermelon.
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 .
#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 spoon stored down in chamoy sauce in the prep top. CDI: Spoon removed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Repeat violation
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no plug at dumpster. REPEAT VIOLATION This is a shared dumpster. EHS recommends that PIC contact landlord regarding getting a plug placed in the dumpster.
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Jul 20, 2022
A 96.5
· 5 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat: 56-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at front serving area hand sink, back prep area hand sink, and restroom hand sink. CDI, paper towels provided.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
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. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed diced tomato cold holding above 41F after cooling since 11AM. CDI, item discarded by employee.
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed dice tomato cooling at prep top. PIC states food was cut this morning at 11AM and for was not monitored for temperature. CDI, item discarded by PIC.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed several dented cans stored on shelf for retail use. CDI, items removed by PIC.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no plug at dumpster. Need plug.
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