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NameMCALISTERS DELI #1072
Address2706 W MALLARD CREEK CHURCH RD
SUITE 100
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28262
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 9/19/2025
Final Score @ Grade
95.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
8 0 Hands clean & properly washed Yes No No 2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P- Observed PIC and food employee wash hands for less than 20 seconds. -CDI- EHS educated both on proper handwashing procedures and both rewashed hands. For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M . 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed PIC come in from outside and not wash hands. Observed PIC and food employee wash hands and not use a barrier to turn off faucet thus recontaminating hands. -CDI- EHS educated both on when to wash and both washed hands. -0-
15 0 Food separated & protected No No No 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed melons stored over RTE pickles and sliced tomatoes in WIC. -0- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
19 0 Proper reheating procedures for hot holding Yes No No 3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P- Observed Mac and cheese that had been reheating for more than 2 hours at 126F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded. EHS observed that mac and cheese was reheating in double pans on steam table. EHS educated PIC on best practice of not double panning and/or submerging sealed bag directly in hot water to facilitate rapid reheating. -0-
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed sour cream, fruit cups (containing cut melon), and potato salad above 41F in lowboy and sliced tomatoes above 41F in sandwich unit. Observed ambient air of lowboy at 43F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. PIC adjusted unit and ambient air observed at 35F by end of inspection. **REPEAT** -3- For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
28 0 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only. -P- Observed 2 bottles of pesticide not for commercial use. -CDI- PIC removed items. -0-
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No Yes No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying pests in dishpit and BOH prep area. **REPEAT** -1-
39 0 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & 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. Observed box of tea stored on floor. -CDI- PIC relocated items. -0-
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 prep with wrist watch. -0-
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No Yes 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 debris on top of dish machine and NFCS of drink machine. Observed cabinet below drink dispenser in need of cleaning. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -0.5-
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 tops of soap and paper towel dispensers with debris in need of cleaning. Observed walls behind dish machine and other hard to reach areas in need of cleaning. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0- 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 damaged ceiling tile at BOH near office door. Repair.
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 employee coffee maker stored on prep table. -CDI- PIC relocated items. -0-