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NameZAFRAN KABAB PALACE
Address230 E W T HARRIS BV
SUITE C5
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28262
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 5/9/2024
Final Score @ Grade
91 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
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 chicken and unsalted butter in prep cooler #1 that were stored above 41 F. PIC stated that items were placed in prep cooler around noon. CDI- items were placed in walk-in cooler and allowed to chill. REPEAT (full points) 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
23 0 Proper date marking & disposition Yes No No 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed container of cooked chickpeas that were not dated. Item are held over 24 hours according to management. CDI- item were denatured and discarded into trash. -zero- 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 0 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf. Observed container of cleaner in kitchen area that was not labeled. CDI- container was labeled. -zero-
37 1 Food properly labeled: original container Yes Yes No 3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. Observed ten containers of a dessert made of milk and sugar that was not labeled in the grab and go station in dining room. CDI- items were moved to cooler in kitchen until labels are made. 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. Label containers of oil stored in kitchen area. CDI- containers were labeled. 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 containers of sugar and salt stored on prep area that were not labeled. CDI- container were labeled. REPEAT (half points due to improvements).
39 2 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Yes Yes No 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed large containers of sauces stored on the floor of walk-in cooler. CDI- containers were placed on the shelf. REPEAT (full points).
44 0.50 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled Yes No No 4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed stacks of containers that were stored wet above shelf in prep sink near refrigerator. CDI- containers were separate and allowed to air dry.
47 0.50 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. Observed deep cuts and stains on cutting board at meat prep cooler near tandoor in kitchen. REPEAT (half points due to severity).
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. Clean exterior of refrigeration units, containers, shelving, and fryers, in kitchen area. REPEAT (full points).
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes 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. Clean floor in corners and under equipment in kitchen area. Clean splash from walls behind prep stations, and equipment in kitchen area. REPEAT (full points).