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NamePHO REAL
Address440 E MCCULLOUGH DR
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28262
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 3/23/2026
Final Score @ Grade
97 A
General CommentsEHS verified with PIC that the raw shrimp served with hot pot is farm raised and does not require parasite destruction letter. Packaging on shrimp states that shrimp is farm raised and not wild caught.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
21 1.50 Proper hot holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed vegetable broth and chicken broth hot holding on stove top below 135F. CDI: PIC reheated broths to reach over 165F then will hot hold at 135F or above. 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 .
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes No No 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 knife being stored between crevice of prep tables. CDI: PIC took knife to dish area to be W/R/S.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used Yes No No 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 3 pieces of unsealed wood planks stored above prep sink with clean utensils and equipment. PIC stated that they are used on top of their steam pots to heat some foods. CDI: PIC discarded wood planks and will use an approved material for this.
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 countertops, hood vents, shelving, in need of cleaning. REPEAT.
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 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 some missing ceiling tiles in kitchen. Replace. 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 accumulation of build up on ceiling and walls. Clean more frequently.
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used Yes No No 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 beverage being stored on prep table upon beginning of inspection. CDI: Employee relocated beverage to a designated area. 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed duct tape and book being stored on racks above prep sink along with clean equipment. CDI: PIC relocated these items to a designated area.