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NameCORNER BAR, THE
Address2016 AYRSLEY TOWN BV
SUITE A1
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28273
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/29/2022
Final Score @ Grade
96.50 A
General CommentsObserved expired test QAC test strips in ware washing area (expired 01/2019) When tested along with EHS test strips on freshly prepared sanitizer solution from 3 compartment sink, both EHS and facility test strips were observed as accurately measuring ppm concentration of sanitizer solution. It is recommended that facility acquire unexpired test strips to most accurately verify concentration of facility sanitizers.

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 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed trash can blocking grill area hand wash at the start of the inspection. CDI - Trash can was moved by food employee without comment by inspector. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed grill area hand sink without hand washing signage. CDI - Hand washing signs were provided by EHS.
15 0 Food separated & protected Yes No No 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. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed one (1) box of raw bacon stored beneath ground beef patties and packaged ground beef in WIC. CDI - EHS reorganized WIC contents to prevent contamination. EHS provided PIC with WIC storage chart.
23 3 Proper date marking & disposition Yes Yes No REPEAT: 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24 hrs. - Pf. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs. Observed no date marking on items five (5) (sliced tomato, cherry tomatoes, Brussel sprouts, sliced provolone, and cooked Mac and cheese noodles) within the prep top. Observed two (2) containers (bacon jam, gravy) from previous night’s service in the WIC without date marking. Food employees confirmed that items had been prepared in the previous 24 hours. All other products were date marked accordingly. CDI - Products were date marked. 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. - P. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs. Observed red pepper aioli (cooked red pepper) date marked for 12/7. CDI - PIC voluntarliy discarded. Note: Undated cheddar, Gorgonzola, and swiss cheese are date mark exempt products.
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 (1) food employee with a wrist watch. 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed one food employee without a beard guard.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-101.19/4-202.16 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. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed sheets of cardboard beneath canned drinks and bottled wine on drink shelving in kitchen area.
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 minor food debris on the inner surface of prep unit underside.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained Yes No No 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster doors and oil storage lids open at time of inspection. CDI - Doors were closed prior to returning to interior premises.
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes 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 unprotected light bulb at hood vent. Replace with a shatter proof bulb or shield bulb. REPEAT. Note: PIC has stated that shield has been ordered to replace missing bulb shield, but is currently on back order.
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used Yes No No 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed cords for electronic devices (phones, sound system, etc.) stored in direct contact with non food contact surfaces of clean dishes on dish rack. Observed employee food items intermingled with food items held for resale in WIC shelving. CDI - Employee food and possessions were moved to prevent the contamination of clean dishes and establishment food.