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NameMEZCALI MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Address14212 STATESVILLE RD
 
City/State/ZIP
HUNTERSVILLE NC 28078
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 1/7/2025
Final Score @ Grade
98 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. Observed water from handwashing sink near prep line with a maximum temperature of 65F. Water from handwashing sink at prep sink and handwashing sinks in restrooms were in excess of 100F. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed handwashing signage torn, faded, and half removed from handwashing sink at prep line. CDI - Handwashing signage was given to PIC to post at handwashing sink. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed tomato salsa dumped into handwashing sink at prep line. CDI - Salsa was removed by EHS -1 point-
16 0 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized No No No 4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed microwave with heavy soil and food splash. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-
28 1 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 three unlabeled spray bottles of unknown substances stored in kitchen and dish pit area. PIC identified contents of two spray bottles to be chlorine bleach and one spray bottle to be glass cleaner. CDI - PIC labeled spray bottles with name of contents. 7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Observed household use spray insecticide stored in chemical storage area. CDI - PIC discarded insecticide. PIC has been advised to consult licensed pest control technician for pest control needs. 7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. -P Observed container of ibuprofen stored on dry storage shelving with spices and ready to eat products. CDI - PIC moved ibuprofen to employee storage locker. -1 point-
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No 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 large bins of dry rice and dry beans in kitchen without labeling. -0 points-
39 0 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display No No 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 Cambro of queso stored on floor of walk in cooler. -0 points-
49 0 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No 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. Observed build up of food debris, and food splash on shelving under microwave and above flip top units. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-