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NameTROPICAL GOODIES 2
Address2601 TUCKASEEGEE RD
SUITE B
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 10/1/2025
Final Score @ Grade
96 A
General CommentsBlast Chiller not in use. PIC stated that the blast chiller is in need of new parts and needs repairs. Facility will keep logs when blast chiller is repaired before permit can be amended to allow cooling.

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 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed handwashing sink without paper towels. CDI - PIC provided paper towels. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed sink in bathroom without handwashing sign. PIC provided sign for bathroom.
16 0 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized No No No 4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed microwave with food debris build-up on interior surfaces. PIC to address cleaning frequency.
21 1.50 Proper hot holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P- Observed container of cabbage in the steam well at 128F. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded cabbage. 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 .
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored No No No 3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed container of water at 135F used to store in-use utensils with build-up of debris. PIC changed out water.
49 0.50 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 build-up of debris in bottom of RIC and reach-in warmer. Observed debris build-up on equipment surfaces. PIC to address cleaning schedule.
51 1 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices No No No 5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed drain of handwashing sink by back door loose from j-trap and leaking water on the floor. Observed drain from 3-comp sink leaking. PIC stated a plumber has been contacted for repairs.
55 0.50 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 ceiling tile with vent in bathroom detaching from ceiling. PIC stated that building owner is aware of issue to schedule for repair.