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NameCOTTAGE 2
Address1610 ASHLEY RD
UNIT 5
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 8/19/2026
Final Score @ Grade
93.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
13 1 Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated Yes No No 3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed two soy sauce cans dented on storage shelf. CDI - PIC placed cans in the area for returns.
15 1.50 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed uncovered bus tub of raw chicken stored directly on top of open bags of raw beef in WIF. Observed bowl of raw beef stored directly over open container of cooked chicken chuncks in WIC. CDI - PIC Corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed cardboard box of unwashed green peppers stored directly over open container of cut yellow onions in WIC. Observed cardboard box of unwashed cabbage stored dorectly over cut yellow onions in WIC. CDI- PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes Yes No REPEAT 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed container of cooked beef above 41F in WIC. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded cooked beef. Observed container of cut cabbage and container of mushrooms above 41F in flip top unit. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded both food containers. 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 .
35 0 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf Observed in prep sink thawing raw shrimp with no running water. CDI - PIC removed sink stopper and turned cold running water.
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals Yes No No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies throughout kitchen area. PIC will place insects traps in lobby. 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed front door to lobby prop open during inspection becoming a source of insects. CDI - PIC closed front door.
40 0 Personal cleanliness Yes No No 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee handling food without hair covering. CDI - PIC employee was obtained hairnet.
41 1 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored Yes Yes No REPEAT 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths stored on counter tops throughout kitchen. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded wiping cloths. PIC made bleach sanitizer solution bucket to hold wiping cloths.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-201.13 Provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. Floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. Observed floor to wall joints missing throughout kitchen area mainly around 3-comp-sink and flip top units. 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 low to no grout for floor tiles near can wash and storage room area pulling water in some areas, 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. Observed food debris and build up on floors and walls around cooking equipment. Increase frequency of cleaning hard to reach areas.