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NameJOSH'S BACKSTREET TAKEOUT
Address605 MILL STREET
 
City/State/ZIP
SYLVA NC 28779
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyJackson
Inspection Date 4/6/2026
Final Score @ Grade
99.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
44 0.50 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled No No No 4-903.11 (A), (B), and (D) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)- Observed a bucket of clean utensils, such as scoops and spatulas, stored next to a bin of flour. A few of the utensils and the container itself had flour splashed on them. Recommend moving or covering the container of clean utensils. Utensils shall be stored in a clean dry location.
53 0 Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned No No No 5-501.17 Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered (C)- Observed the bathroom trash can did not have a lid. Needs to have a lid. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-501.16 Drying Mops (C)- Observed a mop being stored in a mop bucket that had wet spots in it. Mop needs to be hung to dry. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No No No 6-403.11 Designated Areas - Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking / smoking (C)- Observed a Dominos pizza box being stored above produce and other food items. Needs to be stored below or away from food. Designated areas for employee food shall be located in a manner to not contaminate food meant for consumers.