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NameKELLY'S EASTSIDE DINER
Address2700 E INDEPENDENCE BV
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28205
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 3/18/2026
Final Score @ Grade
98 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 0 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing -Pf.- Observed what appeared to be soda residue in handsink at BOH near 3-comp sink. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper use of handsink and handsink was cleaned out. -0- 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no soap dispensing from handsink at BOH near 3-comp sink due to needing batteries. -CDI- PIC replaced batteries.
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.- Observed greasy residue on dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. -1.5- For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 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 . 4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. -P.- Observed food employee use thermometer without cleaning before use and not clean it after use. -CDI- EHS intervened, educated food employee on cleaning thermometer before and after use and food employee cleaned thermometer.
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 food employee engaging in food prpe with wrist watch. -0-
41 0.50 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored Yes No No 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed 2 wiping cloth buckets stored in sanitizer concentration at 0ppm. -CDI- PIC replenished concentration to 200ppm. -0.5-
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 food debris on NFCS of thermometer. -0-
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 vent covers in need of cleaning due to heavy dust buildup. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommdned. 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 ceiling tile moved out of place above handsink near cook line. Ensure to put back in place. -0- 6-201.15 Mats and duckboards shall be removable and easily cleanable. Observed cardboard box being used as floor mat.