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NameCHICKEN BOX CAFE
Address1331 W SUGAR CREEK RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28203
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/3/2019
Final Score @ Grade
94 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
13 1.50 Food separated and protected No No No 3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed unwashed onions stored above ready-to-eat items in walk-in freezer. CDI- Onions were moved to a place where no cross-contamination to occur.
33 0.50 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. Observed turkey wings thawing in prep sink submerged in water. Observed chicken thawing in prep sink at room temperature. Observed sausage gravy thawing at room temperature. CDI- Water was turned on turkey for agitation. Sausage gravy was placed in walk-in cooler.
36 2 Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No Yes No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a live roach crawling on shelf near prep stations. Last pest control was performed last Tuesday. The did not found any evidence of roaches at that time. REPEAT 6-202.15 Outer Openings, Protected - C Observed the back door open at time during the inspection. CDI- back door was closed. PIC will look at ways to keep door closed.
37 1 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display Yes No No 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Cover cooked food product stored in walk-in freezer. Observed sweet potatoes cooling uncovered in walk-in freezer exposed to icicles from condensation hanging above it. CDI- Sweet potatoes were moved. All other items were covered.
45 0 Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used No No No 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C Repair leaking pipe underneath prep sink near walk-in freezer.
47 0.50 Non-food-contact surfaces clean No No No 4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed food debris on shelf that holds single-service items near prep area. Clean exterior of ovens, fryers and grills in kitchen area.
52 0 Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed doors open on garbage dumpster in back of facility. CDI- Doors were closed.
53 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean No No 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. Clean splash on ceiling tile in kitchen area near prep station.
54 0.50 Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used No No No 6-305.11 Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers - C Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utendils, linens, and single-service and single use articles can not occur. Observed employee jackets and purses stored above and on shelves with food in dry storage areas. CDI- items were moved.