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NamePATEL BROTHERS GROCERY STORE
Address8109 UNIVERSITY CITY BV
SUITE A
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28213
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/9/2025
Final Score @ Grade
95 A
General CommentsEHS observed one compartment of 3-comp sink was set up, EHS asked PIC if this was sanitizer compartment, PIC stated that it was. EHS asked PIC to test sanitizer and sanitizer was a 0ppm. PIC directed food employee to add sanitizer and chlorine was added and observed at 50ppm. Ensure sanitizer compartment is set up properly. No items were being actively sanitized at time of visit. No violations marked today. EHS also recommended that facility label W/R/S sinks. EHS observed 2 large speed racks with TCS food items (Samosas and other items) that were to go in the oven being held out at ambient air. At time of checking items, temperatures were observed at 41F. EHS recommended facility only bring out items as needed/in smaller quantities as items will not be able to maintain temperature at ambient air for extended amounts of time.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
3 0 Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting Yes No No 2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -Pf- Observed no signed attestation of EHP. -CDI- EHS provided EHP and employees signed at time of visit. -0- For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
8 2 Hands clean & properly washed Yes No No 2-301.14 (D) Wash hands after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco, eating, or drinking out of a container that does not have a straw and lid.- P- Observed food employee couch into hand and change gloves without washing hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on washing hands and food employee washed hands. 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 food employee wash hands for less than 20 seconds and not use a barrier to turn off faucet. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on using a barrier and food employee 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 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. -P- Observed PIC wash hands and not use a barrier to turn off faucet, thus recontaminating hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on using a barrier and food employee rewashed hands. -2-
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 container stored in handsink. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper use of handsink and items were removed and sink was cleaned out. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no paper towels at handsink. -CDI- PIC replenished paper towel supply. -1-
15 0 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-304.11 (A) Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P- Observed portion of cardboard box stored over container of butter and other items, contacting items. -CDI- EHS educated food employees on proper food contact surfaces and box was removed and items discarded. -0-
23 0 Proper date marking & disposition Yes No No 3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D)./3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C). Observed multiple items in prep unit (rice, lentils, potatoes, mixed vegetables, garlic chutney (contains cooked garlic), and chick peas) and 3 drinks with milk and/or ice cream in display case with no date marks. Per PIC, items were prepared in last 1-2 days. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper date marking system and all items were properly date marked. -0- For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 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 .
28 1 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes Yes No 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P- Observed bleach, degreaser, motor oil, and other toxic bottles stored over drinks cups and blender. -CDI- PIC relocated items. **REPEAT** -1- 7-101.11 Containers of poisonous or toxic materials and personal care items shall bear a legible manufacturer's label. - Pf- Observed toxic chemical bottle with faded label. -CDI- PIC properly labeled items.
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed multiple food items outside of original containers throughout with no labels. -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 multiple food employees with watches and bracelets. -0-
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored No No No 3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scoop handles touching food in some nonTCS food containers. -0-
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used No No No 4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single-use items stored on floor beneath prep tables. -0-
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed multiple yogurt containers (single-use containers) stored in clean dish area and being reused for other items and some rubbermaid-style or similar Tupperware containers. Discard and replace. -0-
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 vegetable slicer. -0-
56 1 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No Yes No 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee items stored over plates and on top of prep tables throughout. **REPEAT** -1-