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NameLEMPIRA RESTAURANT
Address5906 SOUTH BV
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28217
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 4/2/2024
Final Score @ Grade
94.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
15 1.50 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw shrimp stored above vegetables in the walk-in cooler. CDI - Items were moved to the correct order. 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed produce stored above ready-to-eat foods. 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 shrimp thawing in a prep sink. Observed an employee take a container of raw chicken and fill with water above the raw shrimp. CDI - EHS educated on cross contamination and employee moved to a separate prep sink.
22 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Chorizo, Taquitos, Milk, and Salsa were 50-53 degrees in one under counter cooler. Items were voluntarily discarded. CDI - The unit was not working due to a breaker switch. Manager repaired during inspection and unit began working properly. Repeat. No escalation in points due to breaker switching off while deep cleaning.
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 intact ROP packages of thawed fish. CDI - Packages were cut open.
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 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 containers of spices next to the grill with no labels.
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed two live cockroaches during inspection.
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 one employee preparing food with a bracelet.
42 1 Washing fruits & vegetables No Yes No 3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed cut avocado’s with stickers attached in the prep cooler. Repeat.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes No 4-101.19 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. Observed heavily rusted shelves in the walk-in cooler. 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed one cutting board in front of hot holding equipment with deep stains and cuts. Repeat.
53 0 Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned No No No 5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. No covered trash can available.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.11 An outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material. Observed the grease bin being stored on bare ground.
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No 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 low grouting in the bar area, in front of grill and the mop sink. Repeat.