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Name

CELLAR AND ALE

Address

131 MATTHEWS STATION ST

STE 1A

City/State/ZIP

CHARLOTTE

28105

Premise Type

1 - Restaurant

County

Mecklenburg

Inspection Date

6/13/2023

Final Score @ Grade

General Comments

At time of inspection, observed the delivery, but not installation, of permitted chemical sanitizing dish machine for glassware. Until such a time that machine is installed and effectively sanitizing utensils, facility will continue sanitizing glassware via available 3 compartment sink and back of house chemical sanitizing rich machine. Observed one (1) thin probe calibrating thermometer in kitchen area. At time of inspection, thermometer was functional and properly calibrating, but was observed as turning on and off intermittently. Facility is advised to purchase additional thin probe digital thermometer(s) and/or verify consistent functionality of existing thermometer. Observed one (1) facility item (previously canned chickpeas) with a date mark establishing an 8 day hold time (06/09 - 06/16). EHS discussed date marking procedures (7 day hold time, including date of opening/preparation) with PIC and verified that all items were properly date marked. No other non-date mark exempt TCS foods were observed with incorrect date marks.

Violations

CDI=Corrected During Inspection

R=Repeat Violation

VR=Verification Required

Violation Item	Demerits	Violation Description	CDI	R	VR	Comments
15	0	Food separated & protected	Yes	No	No	3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed two (2) unwashed red onions stored above RTE foods in WIC. CDI - EHS lowered unwashed produce to readily available shelving to prevent potential contamination. EHS provided WIC storage order chart to PIC. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
40	0.50	Personal cleanliness	No	No	No	2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed PIC and one (1) additional food employee with jewelry (wristbands, watches) on while engaged in food prep (plating of ready to eat food) 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed one (1) food employee without effective hair restraint engaged in food prep (plating of ready to eat food)
47	0	Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used	No	No	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 minor rust on the prep table underside shelf adjacent to office area shelving. Note: These items, as well as ongoing progress in their repair/maintenance is being observed and recorded as transitional permit conditions.
54	0	Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained	No	No	No	5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed outdoor dumpster without drain plug in place. Contact waste management company to replace missing drain plug.
55	0.50	Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean	No	No	No	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 damage to ceiling tiles in kitchen area above hot water heater and three compartment sink. Observed damage to walls above three compartment sink and prep table areas. Observed minor tile damage in bar area prep room. 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 soil on the tiled floor of bar area prep room. Note: These items, as well as ongoing progress in their repair/maintenance is being observed and recorded as transitional permit conditions.