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NameDEGENERATE, THE
Address2116 N DAVIDSON ST
SUITE A
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28205
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 9/2/2026
Final Score @ Grade
97 A
General CommentsEstablishment maintains shellstock tag in digital folder. In chronological order.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes No No 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed multiple metal pans stacked with sticker residue still intact above 3-comp, 2 tongs stored as clean with food residue hanging on dish rack above 3-door flip top, 2 knives stored as clean with food residue on magnet strip, 2 plates stored as clean with debris accumulation on dish rack above 3-door flip top. CDI- PIC removed items to be w/r/s. 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 . 4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. P. Food thermometer stored as clean with food residue accumulation. CDI- PIC removed item to be cleaned and sanitized. 4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Clean white flap in ice machine.
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 drain flies dish pit area. EHS discussed pest control with PIC during inspection. *REPEAT* points not escalated due to much improvement based on previous inspection.
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes 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. Utensils held in room temp water. CDI- PIC removed items from water. Ensure water is at 135F or above, or held out of water to be cleaned at least every 4 hours.
47 0.50 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes 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 rusted shelving in Walk-in cooler, aluminum foil being used on rusted lower prep shelves in kitchen. During inspection EHS discussed using corrosion resistant paint and increasing cleaning frequency of foil. *REPEAT*
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. Dish and storage racks need cleaning.
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. Walls need cleaning. 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. Walls need repair.