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NameMOO & BREW MATTHEWS
Address250 N TRADE ST
 
City/State/ZIP
MATTHEWS NC 28105
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 10/1/2026
Final Score @ Grade
95.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
8 0 Hands clean & properly washed Yes No No 2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P Observed one (1) food employee engage with raw animal food handling (dropping bacon wrapped jalapeños into fryer for cooking), switch gloves, and begin process of using tongs to handle ready to eat foods. CDI - EHS instructed employee to wash hands prior to beginning new process after switching gloves. EHS witnessed effective hand washing prior to employee returning to food preparation.
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sink signage at main kitchen handsink, corner dish area handsink, and indoor male restroom handsink. CDI - EHS provided handwashing stickers in English and Spanish. 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed corner dish machine handsink with clean dish towels stored within basin. CDI - PIC removed handsinks from basin to allow for handwashing.
22 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed one (1) portion of TCS food (raw marinated chicken breasts) in grill drawer at temperatures between 42F and 45F. Per conversation with kitchen staff, chicken had been placed during morning preparation and drawer had been left open temporarily during prep. CDI - Drawer was closed and corrective cooling was observed within unit. 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 .
37 1 Food properly labeled: original container Yes Yes 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 three (3) rolling bins (sugar, flour, and panko breading) with fading or missing labels at dry storage area. CDI - PIC labeled bins with readily available marker. REPEAT. Note: No escalation in point deduction due to some noted improvement; previously cited squeeze bottles were labeled in kitchen prep area and fewer dry storage bins were missing labels.
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No Yes No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed approximately three (3) flies in kitchen area. Per conversation with PIC, pest control has been maintained and the installation of a new insect control device has been pending. REPEAT.
40 0 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 one (1) employee engaged in food task (chopping tomatoes) while wearing a wrist watch.
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used No No No 4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed two (2) stacks of single service articles (cups, napkins, etc.) stored directly on the ground in dry storage area. Per conversation with PIC, items had been recently delivered. Elevate single service articles to prevent potential contamination.
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 lid of central prep top cooler with accumulating rust and corrosion. Resurface or replace heavily corroded equipment.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place Observed dumpster at dumpster pad with missing roof and drain plug. Contact waste management company to repair or replace damaged dumpster.