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NameCOTTAGE
Address6701 N TRYON ST
SUITE D
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28213
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 4/21/2026
Final Score @ Grade
91.50 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 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Employee was using phone and then went to preparing food without washing hands first. CDI - Employee educated on hand washing and he washed hands. 0 pts.
16 3 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes Yes No 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Drill with mixing paddle and food processor blade were stored as clean but had visible meat/food residue on them. Food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CDI - Items taken to 3-compartment sink to be washed. REPEAT 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 .
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. 1 live roach observed on floor and several dead ones observed on floor. Maintain premises free of pests.
41 0.50 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored No Yes No 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. 1 wet wiping cloth observed on prep table. Wiping cloth bucket also measured 0 ppm chlorine. Maintain wet wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer when in between uses. REPEAT
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored No No No 3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Rice scoop handle laying in rice. Handle of in use utensils shall not contact the food. 0 pts.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes No 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Cutting board attached to sandwich cooler is severely worn and needs to be replaced. // 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Walk-in freezer door needs to be repaired. Ice is forming where door seals. REPEAT // 4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Rice cooker used for sushi rice is household equipment. Replace with commercial equipment. REPEAT
49 1 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. Grease buildup on cooking equipment, buildup on shelves in walk-in cooler, and food debris in bottoms of coolers on line. REPEAT
50 0.50 Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure No No Yes 5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Hot water measured 107F at 3-compartment sink. VR - Verification required within 10 days that hot water is repaired and at least 120F.
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No 6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Floor tiles damaged and grout between tiles low throughout kitchen. REPEAT // 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. Clean grease buildup on walls and ceiling tiles. Clean floors throughout, especially under equipment and in walk-in cooler. REPEAT
56 0.50 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No Yes No 6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Lighting is 1 fc in walk-in cooler. Repair so lighting is at least 10 foot candles. REPEAT