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NameCARRBURRITOS
Address445 S MAIN ST
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28036
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 2/28/2023
Final Score @ Grade
96.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
20 1.50 Proper cooling time & temperatures Yes No No 3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. Observed 2 batches of beans (pintos and black beans) cooling on speed rack in room temperature air during inspection, next to oven. PIC stated that beans were removed from stove at approximately 11:20 (black beans) and 11:30 (pinto beans) and spread thin onto sheet trays on speed rack, EHS found both batches of beans cooling at temperatures below 135F, see temperature chart, temperatures taken at approximately 1255pm. EHS explained to PIC that these beans must be moved into walk in cooler once product drops below 135F for proper cooling, must drop below 70F within 2 hours. CDI- beans moved into walk in on speed rack, EHS confirmed that products properly cooled within 2 hour time frame, may not of met parameters without EHS intervention. 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 .
28 1 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed glass cleaner stored on shelving above to-go containers. Observed a bottle of “fabuloso” cleaner stored on shelving directly above soda boxes. CDI- chemicals moved, EHS discussed contamination concern.
33 0.50 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control Yes No 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 facility leaving beans out in room temperature for extended period of time during cooling process, see temperature chart and cooling violation comments. EHS discussed moving products that are cooling into walk in cooler as soon as they drop below 135F. CDI- products moved into walk in for proper cooling. 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 0.50 Personal cleanliness No Yes No 2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employees working with food with wrist jewelry on. REPEAT.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed bus tubs with burn damage.
49 0 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No 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 hood system with minor grease buildup, in need of cleaning.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & 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. Observed floors between fryers and behind cooking equipment with buildup, in need of cleaning.