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NameZAPATA`S
Address8927 J M KEYNES DR
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28262
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 4/13/2022
Final Score @ Grade
97 A
General CommentsPIC Carlos Bonola was present during the inspection with an approved food protection managers certification to expire on 5/31/26. EHS recommendation for facility to gather all items on vomit and diarrheal clean up event written procedures observed during the inspection.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes No No 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 several stacks of plates with food debris splatter on them near prep line. CDI- PIC moved all plasters to dish machine area to be properly cleaned prior to next use.
28 0 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf- Observed one bucket of in use wiping cloths in sanitizer without a proper label. CDI- PIC labeled container. NOTE: All other toxic materials were properly labeled.
35 0 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 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 fish, to be revered frozen according to PIC, not removed from packaging prior to thawing. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the items.
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes No No 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 ice cream scoop handle stored down in ice cream. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded item. EHS did not recommend this as correction however PIC stated that is what’s done to ensure food stays safe.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes No 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - REPEAT- Observed shelving throughout the facility in need of replacement due to chipping paint and rusting. Also observed several low boy coolers with spit and torn gaskets. 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. - REPEAT- Observed several portable cutting boards in need of replacing or resurfacing due to deep cuts and grooves. Also observed large flip top prep unit cutting board with deep cuts and grooves.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. - Observed dumpsters with doors open. Observed litter on ground around dumpster. NOTE: Dumpsters are a shared facility with business not permitted by health department. EHS encouraged PIC to contact properly management to address the issue.
55 0.50 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. 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. - REPEAT- Observed floors and walls of hard to reach areas damaged and soiled with food debris. Hard to reach areas are underneath and behind equipment. Clean and repair areas as needed to help prevent build up and damage. 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 downstairs service area ceiling with absorbent tiles. Ice machine and fountain drinks are stored in this area.