A98

MR 3S CRABPOT

401 BRADFORD DR, Charlotte, NC 28028

Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060023129

Latest gradeA (98)

Last inspectedOct 1, 2026

Inspections on record26

On record sinceNov 30, 2016

Score history

Nov 30, 2016Higher is betterOct 1, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 1, 2026 A 98 · 5 violations

Inspector comments: Parking lot will soon go through a remodel. All food items are full cooked and no undercook/raw item can be served. Oysters/mussels come full cooked frozen

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

Corrected during inspection

6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insects in storage room area. CDI - PIC removed insects.

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed double door RIC, double door RIF, and low boy cooler with damaged door gaskets. Replace gaskets.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 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 walls and ceiling in need of detailed cleaning especially near steam unit and ceiling near fryers. Increase frequency of detailed cleaning. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed (3) fryers, (2) ovens and other equipment that may or may not be functional being stored in storage room area. Equipment that is not longer functional shall be removed from establishment. 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 ceiling damaged near can wash and 3-comp-sink area. Repair or replace damaged ceiling panels. Observed in storage room pieces of dry wall missing exposing bare wood/bricks. 6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed parts of the ceiling in main kitchen with absorbent material. Replace ceiling with absorbent material.

#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −1

Repeat violation

REPEAT 6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed pair of ceiling tube lighting not turning on in hallway leading to storage room from bathroom. PIC will order new bulbs or motion sensor. Light meter register 0 footcandles 6-501.14 Change the filters and clean the intake and exhaust air ducts so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt or other materials. Observed hood filters with heavy grease build up. Increase frequency of cleaning unit.

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Apr 22, 2026 A 95 · 5 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 stored clean two scissors with food build up hanging above prep sink. CDI - PIC moved scissors to 3-comp-sink. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed several utensils and equipment stored in sanitizing compartment with food debris and build up. CDI - PIC moved items to wash compartment. 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 .

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT 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 single service portioned cups inside dry ingredients being used as a scoop, for example, garlic powder, seasoning salt, onion powder. CDI - PIC removed single service portioned cups.

#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 lower shelf of prep table and storage racks with heavy rust build up. Replace items. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed fryer baskets with rust build up and metal strings broken. PIC will order new baskets.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

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 FRP panels separated from wall exposing drywall near the mop sink area. 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 ceiling vents with heavy dust build up in need of cleaning or replacement above hand washing sink area. 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 damaged ceiling above mop sink area and 3-comp-sink in need of repair. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed broken pieces of equipment being stored throughout establishment. Remove equipment from establishment. ( three fryers, one broken prep table, one oversized oven) 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 in storage room pieces of drywall missing exposing bare wood/bricks. PIC will speak to owner regarding repairs of facility. 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 flooring near grease trap with missing and damaged tiles.

#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −1

Repeat violation

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Jan 8, 2026 A 94.5 · 7 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

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 raw shell eggs stored over cooked shrimp and cooked rice in RIC. 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)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw crab and raw shrimp in RIF stored over corn and fully cooked mussels. CDI - PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed secondary spray bottle with blue liquid without any form of identification. CDI - PIC labeled bottle soap & water. 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed chemicals for 3-comp-sink without any form of identification. CDI - PIC labeled one container detergent and second container quaternary sanitizer.

#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored

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 single service bowl with no handle being used to scoop flour. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item.

#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 lower shelf of prep table heavily rusted and being supported my beverage crate. PIC will have both items replaced. Observed hand washing sink next to steam unit without splash guard. PIC will add splash guard or rearrange steam unit. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed fryer baskets with rust build up and metal strings broken. PIC will order new baskets. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hand washing sink next to prep sink splash guard broken off.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

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 FRP panels separated from wall exposing drywall near the mop sink area. 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 ceiling vents with heavy dust build up in need of cleaning or replacement above hand washing sink area. 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 damaged ceiling above mop sink area in need of repair. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed litter and broken pieces of equipment being stored throughout establishment. Remove equipment from establishment. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed three fryers and one large convention oven non-fictional being stored in facility along with three rows of artificial grass. Items need to be removed from facility if not necessary for operations. 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 in storage room pieces of drywall missing exposing bare wood/bricks. PIC will speak to owner regarding repairs of facility.

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

Repeat violation

REPEAT 6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed ceiling tube lighting not turning on in hallway leading to storage area. PIC will order new bulbs or motion sensor. Light meter register 0.4 6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed 2 out 2 lights bulbs for hood system broken. PIC will have bulbs replaced.

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Aug 21, 2025 A 94.5 · 7 violations

Inspector comments: Facility is no longer selling oyster of any kind.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2

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. Observed hand washing sink block by steam table and not in-use fryer. CDI - PIC moved fryer away from hand washing sink. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink. CDI - PIC provided paper towels.

#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 cooked noodles in RIC above 70F that was cooked around 11:00AM. Cooling window has been past for reheating. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container of cooked noodles. See temp chart. 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 .

#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 two secondary squeeze bottle of blue liquid without any information and secondary spray bottle, of clear liquid near can wash area. 3-comp-sink detergent and sanitizer were observed unlabeled without any information. CDI - PIC labeled all bottles. degreaser, water, bleach water, detergent, and quat sanitizer.

#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 employees without any form of hair covering.

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

Corrected during inspection

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 food cart with rust and debris build up where flour and TCS batter mix is stored..PIC will have food cart replaced. Observed lower shelf of prep table heavily rusted and being supported my beverage crate. PIC will have both items replaced. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed fryer backset with rust build up and metal strings broken. PIC will order new baskets. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hand washing sink next to prep sink splash guard broken off.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

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

6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed ceiling tube lighting not turning on in hallway leading to storage area. PIC will order new bulbs or motion sensor. Light meter register 0.4

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Apr 16, 2025 A 94.5 · 8 violations

Inspector comments: Facility added frozen raw half shell oyster to menu as of Saturday-12th which are served fully cooked.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

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. Observed handwashing sink partially blocked by steam table and fryer. CDI - PIC stated hand washing sink does not get used. the closest hand washing sink is on the adjacent wall. EHS advised PIC to contact code enforcement to potentially having hand washing sink removed. PIC was able to shift fryer enough to allow EHS to wash hands.

#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 is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed container of cooked macaroni and cheese and container of boiled eggs without any form of date marking in low boy cooler. CDI - PIC was allowed to properly date mark foods. 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 .

#35 · Approved thawing methods used −1

Corrected during inspection

REPEAT 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed raw shrimp and raw beef thawing without any running water. CDI - PIC moved raw shrimp to stove to be fully cooked and turned on cold running water for raw beef.

#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 a couple wet wiping cloths stored on prep unit. CDI - PIC made quintenary sanitizer solution at 300PPM and stored cloths inside.

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT 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 clear portion cups being used to scoop out dry ingredients for example, white flour, powder garlic, all purpose seasoning, and black pepper. CDI - PIC removed all clear portioned cups from dry ingredients containers.

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT 4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed several rows of single service containers stored face up near steam table. CDI -PIC flipped all single service containers face down.

#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 steam table unit with food build up on lower storage shelf in need of overall cleaning. Observed three tier push cart with heavy food build up and debris also in need of overall cleaning or replacement where flour and TCS sauce in ice bath is stored.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

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Jan 2, 2025 A 92.5 · 9 violations

#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 cooked macaroni and cheese date marked 01/01/24 above 41*F in reach in cooler. See temp chart. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container of cooked macaroni and cheese. 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 .

#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 secondary spray bottle above hand washing sink without any form of identification. CDI - PIC labeled bottle glass cleaner. 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed two clear containers of chemicals without any identification connected to wall dispenser for 3-comp-sink. CDI - PIC labeled containers detergent and quat sanitizer.

#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed raw shrimp thawing on drainboard of prep sink in clear container of water at 52F. CDI - PIC stated the raw shrimp is in the process of being cooked, the raw shrimp has been thawing for 30 minutes. PIC proceeded to cook shrimp.

#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −2

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 five secondary squeeze bottles without form of identification on low boy cooler. CDI - PIC labeled bottles, teriyaki sauce, chili Sauce, liquid butter x2, and honey garlic.

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

6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few dead insects underneath cooking equipment and 3-comp-sink.

#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 employees without any form of hair covering handling food.

#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored

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 clear portion cups being used to scoop out dry ingredients for example, white flour, powder garlic, all purpose seasoning, and black pepper. CDI - PIC removed all clear portioned cups from dry ingredients containers.

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

Corrected during inspection

4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed several rows of single service containers stored face up near steam table. CDI -PIC flipped all single service containers face down.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat 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 wall coved by the mop sink loose, tiles missing and cracked throughout facility, bottom wall cove lining missing in some areas. 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 ceiling vents with heavy dust build up in need of cleaning above hand washing sink. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed back storage room with several floor planks and backsplash tiles along with a kitchen oven being stored at establishment from another store. PIC stated they items will not be used at this facility. 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 damaged ceiling above mop sink area in need of repair.

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Sep 11, 2024 A 94.5 · 6 violations

#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 container of raw chicken wings, raw catfish and raw chicken breast in low boy cooler above 41*F. Food was placed in low boy cooler yesterday. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded three containers of food. 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed batter mixed with milk and eggs meant to be cold near fryer above 41*F. CDI - PIC discarded plastic container. PIC stated they typical keep it inside a ice bath. 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 .

#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 seven secondary squeeze bottles that are not easily identified on top of microwave. CDI - PIC labeled container squeeze bottles are housed in.

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

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 box of clear single service bottles stored on floor. CDI - PIC moved box off the floor.

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

4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed 3-comp-sink loose and no longer sealed to wall.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

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 four storage racks with heavy food built up. 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 low boy cooler with heavy food debris on door gaskets. Increase frequency of cleaning.

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

Repeat 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 ceiling damaged above mop wash area. Damage does not appear to water damaged. Observed wall in storage room with exposed wires and pipes. 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 wall coved by the mop sink loose, tiles missing and cracked throughout facility, bottom wall cove lining missing in some areas. 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 ceiling vents with heavy dust build up in need of cleaning. 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 wall in storage room with exposed pipes and wires from wall and ceiling. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed back room with wooden floor planks and backsplash tiles along with a kitchen oven being stored at establishment from another store

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May 8, 2024 A 95.5 · 8 violations

#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 directly next to raw fish and raw shrimp in lower boy cooler. CDI - PIC rearranged storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 cooked shrimp hot holding below 135*F. PIC states cooked shrimp was put into steam table 30 minutes ago. CDI - PIC moved shrimp back to stove to reheat. EHS observed reheating reached 172. 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 −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed cooked macaroni & cheese above 41*F. CDI- PIC moved item into RIF to quickly cool. 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 .

#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 five in-use squeeze bottles that are no easily identified throughout kitchen. CDI - PIC labeled all five in-use squeeze bottles.

#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 food employee without any hair covering.

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

Corrected during inspection

4-502.13 Single-use and single-service articles cannot be reused. Observed clear single-use cups in four different seasoning containers covered. CDI - PIC discard cups and replaced with serving spoons.

#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 lower shelf of RIC rusted with pooling water 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 low boy cooler door gaskets with heavy food debris. CDI - PIC will replace gaskets.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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Feb 21, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation

Inspector comments: Facility walls , floor, and ceiling are a lot cleaner today. Facility has also removed the unused fryers from the back storage room.

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

Repeat violation

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed Quat sanitizer at 3 comp sink below 100 ppm. EHS and PIC figured out that there has to be sufficient water pressure for Quat dispenser to work correctly. CDI PIC demonstrated increasing water pressure to obtain 200 ppm Quat sanitizer. REPEAT Points not escalated due to PIC demonstrating long term corrections 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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY

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Oct 26, 2023 A 96 · 6 violations

Inspector comments: Facility has been marked several times for the hole in ceiling over mop sink and the floor area near mop sink EHS advised to work on repairing before next inspection to avoid possible Intent to Suspend permit action. Facility has unclean broken equipment stored in back room that may create a harborage for bugs and other pest. Remove from facility before next inspection.

#15 · Food separated & protected

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 shrimp in Reach in freezer. PIC stated that it was personal food. CDI PIC removed chicken from freezer For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed Quat sanitizer dispenser at 3 comp sink not operating properly. CDI PIC demonstrated that he knows how to use chlorine and has test strips. EHS advised to use chlorine until dispenser is repaired REPEAT 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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY

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

Corrected during inspection

4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single service food trays stored unprotected in back storage area near exit door and unused dirty equipment. CDI PIC moved trays to kitchen

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken and unclean equipment stored in the back storage area that may create a harborage for pest. Remove from facility before next inspection.

#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 inside of Reach in freezer in kitchen with buildup and debris. Observed shelving unit next to fryer with buildup and debris. REPEAT

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

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Jun 16, 2023 A 91.5 · 8 violations

#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed CFPM certificate expired April 2023. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Corrected during inspection

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed Quat sanitizer at 3 comp sink 50 ppm. PIC will notify owner to have dispenser adjusted. CDI PIC will use chlorine as sanitizer until dispenser is repaired. PIC has chlorine test strips. 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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY

#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-403.11 (B),(D) TCS food reheated in a microwave shall be reheated so that all parts of the food reach a temperature of 165 F within 2 hours and the food is rotated or stirred, covered, and allowed to stand covered for 2 minutes after reheating if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed rice reheated in microwave to various parts 117-120F and put in hot well to hold hot. CDI PIC put rice back in microwave and heated to 165F. 3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed Alfredo sauce in hot well at 56F, sausage at 69F, and cooked shrimp at 80F. Employee stated he just took out of reach in this morning and plans to reheat the food. EHS advised employee to leave food in refrigeration until ready to reheat. CDI PIC put food in reach in cooler.

#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 Marinated chicken wings, raw shrimp, and catfish nuggets in prep cooler above 41F. PIC stated that Items were prepped yesterday. EHS advised PIC to cool foods back down after prep before putting in prep cooler. PIC voluntarily discarded item. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5

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 opened shredded cheese, cooked shrimp, and sausage not DM. PIC dated items. 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 .

#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 inside of all reach in freezers with large amount of buildup and debris. REPEAT

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat 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 a large hole in ceiling above mop sink. 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 wall and floors around and behind equipment with grease buildup and debris. REPEAT

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed employee cup with a straw on above bags of sugar. CDI Employee moved cup. REPEAT

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Feb 17, 2023 A 95.5 · 10 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected

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 chicken stored above cooked eggs and beef in low reach in. Observed uncovered corn on the cob stored under raw chicken and seafood in freezer. CDI PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety

#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 raw fish, shrimp, beef, and boiled eggs above 41F in low reach in. PIC stated that items had been in reach in for a few days. Observed cooked crab meat in container on prep top at 64F. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded products 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 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 opened container of milk not date marked. CDI PIC date marked milk. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5

3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed shrimp being thawed by sitting in a large container of water. CDI PIC put shrimp in reach in cooler. 3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed salmon completely thawed in ROP package in low reach in. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded.

#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 2 squeeze bottles of sauces not labeled.

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

4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single use container stored under steam table facing up. Observed sauce cups and lids stored out of plastic and facing up (in front area).

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

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. Observed white cutting board with several grooves with black colored build up.

#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 bottom of prep table near cook line with large amount of rust build up. Observed hood with large amount of grease build up REPEAT

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

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 large amount of grease and debris build up on floor around equipment all 3 comp sink. REPEAT

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

6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed employee drink in front cooler, in reach in freezer, and on dry storage shelf with food supples.

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Oct 14, 2022 A 97 · 4 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed eggs and chicken over RTE cheese in a box. CDI-PIC moved eggs and chicken to the bottom

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed rusted shelves throughout facility .

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

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 handles of the pots/pans with residue. Area needs cleaning. Shelves, prep unit/stand ups need cleaning on the front.

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

Repeat 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 mop sink wall loose, the lining broken and loose, 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 floors tiles broken around the mop sink.

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Jun 29, 2022 A 94 · 6 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. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed all fryers baskets with heavy grease build-up. CDI-PIC set inside the soaking sink (2 of the three) and will W/R/S all 3 later.

#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed PIC trying to reheat pasta in a steamwell-they explained it was done. EHS asked what the temp of reheating food was, they thought 135F. EHS explained if it's a reheat (not commercial) it was to be 165F. CDI_PIC voluntarily discarded.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Follow-up verification required

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed only stand up cooler that is not a freezer, above 41F. The food inside was between 48-51F, it was voluntarily discarded, and some of it that had been frozen was still in temp and moved to a different area. VR REQUIRED 7/9/2022

#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 stand up cooler holding food above 41F (48F ambient air), 1 fryer not working. Observed 2 stand up cooelrs with dents on the door, one with the front fan cover falling off and the handle plastic broken. Rusted shelving on the prep units.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

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 prep units, coolers on the inside, shelves, and fryer area in need of cleaning-grease and food debris.

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

Repeat 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 wall cove by the mop sink loose, tiles missing and cracked throughout facility, bottom wall cove lining missing in some areas. A/C vent pipe hanging over food items.

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Jan 26, 2022 A 93.5 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 10, 2021 A 91 · details not yet loaded

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Mar 31, 2021 A 91.5 · details not yet loaded

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Jan 27, 2021 A 96 · details not yet loaded

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Jun 4, 2020 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 18, 2019 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded

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Jun 28, 2019 A 95 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 28, 2019 A 93.5 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 31, 2018 A 94 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 23, 2018 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded

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Jul 27, 2017 A 94.5 · details not yet loaded

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Nov 30, 2016 A 95 · details not yet loaded

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MR 3S CRABPOT” or State ID 2060023129). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.