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NameCARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL #3403
Address16408 NORTHCROSS DR
 
City/State/ZIP
HUNTERSVILLE NC 28078
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 3/31/2023
Final Score @ Grade
95 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
6 0 Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use No No No 2-401.11 (B) Closed beverage containers may be used if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, and exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Observed employee drink stored on shelving with clean utensils and equipment. -0 points-
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed handwashing sink at cook/prep line with an employee's hat stored inside. CDI - Employee hat was removed. -1 point-
13 0 Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated Yes No No 3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P Observed eggplant in walk in cooler with visible signs of mold. CDI - Eggplant was discarded. -0 points-
23 1.50 Proper date marking & disposition Yes No No 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 tomato sauce and cooked meatballs in flip top cooler without date marks. Prepared items are being portioned into smaller containers from large batches in walk in cooler and placed in flip top cooler without date mark. CDI - Date marks were added to match date marking from larger portions. 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 eggplant dated 3/20 in walk in cooler. Observed campagnola sauce dated 3/23 in flip top unit. CDI - Items were discarded. -1.5 points- 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 .
33 1 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control Yes Yes No 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 stacked plastic containers of cooked broccoli and cooked mushrooms cooling in walk in freezer. CDI - Covers were removed and containers were emptied onto sheet pans to allow cold air to circulate in and around food. -REPEAT- -1 point- 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 .
40 0 Personal cleanliness No No No 2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee preparing and cooking food with bracelet and wristwatch. -0 points-
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No Yes No 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, grease deposits, residues and dust on surfaces of cooking equipment, equipment handles, gaskets, and shelving throughout establishment. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. Points not elevated due to progress shown. -REPEAT- -0.5 points-
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No 6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed heavy build up of food residues, debris, and splash on floors and walls in kitchen area especially under prep tables, in the dish pit area, under hot and cold holding equipment. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning throughout facility. -REPEAT- -1 point-