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NameCARNICERIA LA COSTENA
Address106 W ARROWOOD RD
SUITE C
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28217
Premise Type30 - Meat Market
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 9/26/2024
Final Score @ Grade
88.50 B
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 1 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 a wiping cloth and food debris inside of the handsink. CDI - Items were removed and employee was educated on proper use of a hand sink.
21 3 Proper hot holding temperatures Yes Yes No REPEAT 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed soup, chicken and ribs in the hot holding unit lower than 135 degrees. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded and the unit temperature gauge was turned up.
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed the Walk-in Cooler at 54 degrees at the beginning of inspection. PIC was in the process of repairing the compressor when inspector entered the kitchen. Foods in the walk-in were above 41 degrees (see temperature chart.) CDI - Compressor was repaired and the cooler came down to 41 degrees. Foods also begin to cool during the visit.
37 1 Food properly labeled: original container Yes No No 3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. 3-602.11 (B) (5) Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the major food allergens contained in the food -Pf. Observed packaged Duros and Peanuts for consumer self service without proper labeling. CDI - These items were moved behind the counter so that customers must ask for service.
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed three live cockroaches during inspection. PIC stated that they have increased their pest control service frequency.
39 1 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Yes No No REPEAT 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed vegetables stored on the concrete floor of the walk-in cooler. Observed Maseca flour and a bag of onions on the floor next to the walk-in cooler. CDI - Items were removed from the floor.
40 0 Personal cleanliness No No No 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed one employee preparing food without a hair restraint.
44 0.50 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled Yes No No 4-903.12 Do not store cleaned equipment, utensils, linen in toilet rooms; garbage rooms; mechanical rooms; under sewer lines; under open stairwells; or under other sources of contamination. Observed dish storage rack outside under a leaking canopy. Rain was contaminating the dishes during visit. CDI - Items were rewashed, rinsed and sanitized. Plastic sheets were placed on top of the dishes to prevent further contamination.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. 4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. 4-202.15 Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be readily removable for cleaning and for replacement. Observed a household can opener with blades that are not removable. Observed a broken walk-in freezer compressor. Observed a cutting board with deep stains and cuts. Observed a “house-hold use only” blender.
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 and grease build-up on the sides of equipment and storage shelves.
51 0 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices No No No 5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P Observed a spray hose in the 3-comp sink hanging well below the flood rim. CDI - Items was hung up with a hook during inspection.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 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 a rough, pitted floor inside of the walk-in cooler that will be difficult to clean.
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No No No 6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed 5ft candles of light in the walk-in cooler. 10ft candles of light are required.