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NameCURRY GATE
Address630 W 24TH ST
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28206
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/2/2022
Final Score @ Grade
94 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
21 0 Proper hot holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed melted unsalted butter that held below 135 F. PIC stated that butter was melted this morning. CDI- PIC reheated butter. -zero-
33 0.50 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control No Yes No 3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed items cooling at room temperature in kitchen area. CDI- items were placed in walk-in cooler to further cool.
37 1 Food properly labeled: original container Yes 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 containers of dry goods that were not labeled. PIC stated that he changed out containers and forgot to label them. CDI- containers were labeled.
41 0.50 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored Yes No No 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed several damp, wiping clothes that were stored on counters in-between use. CDI- containers were placed in sanitizing solution.
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes 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. Observed bowls stored on gravy containers in walk-in cooler. CDI- bowls were removed. 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 bowls stored in container of dry rice and corn in kitchen area. CDI- bowls were removed.
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 served stacks of containers that were stacked wet. Containers were stored on shelves located in front and above 3-comp sink. CDI- containers were separated and allowed to air-dry.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used Yes Yes No 4-202.11 Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf. Observed wooden paddles used to stir cooked food that were cracked and damaged. CDI-paddles were removed. Inspector educated PIC about the dangers of using items such as that. 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed deep stains and cuts on cutting board located at prep cooler. CDI- cutting board was discarded. REPEAT (full points)
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 oven fryers, grill, refrigeration units, and shelving in kitchen area. REPEAT (full points).
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained Yes No No 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed that dumpster door was open at time of inspection. CDI- dumpster door was closed.
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 floors in corners and behind equipment in kitchen area. Clean splash from walls behind stove and prep areas. REPEAT (full points).