Mecklenburg County Health Dept
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NameWEST END TAVERN
Address2817 ROZZELLES FERRY RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 2/3/2025
Final Score @ Grade
87 B
General Comments
Violations 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
2 1 Certified Food Protection Manager No No No 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on the facility during inspection.
15 3 Food separated & protected Yes Yes No REPEAT 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed container of raw shelled eggs stored over salad dressings, and open bags of shredded cheese in low boy cooler. CDI - PIC corrected storage. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed open container of raw chicken breast touching open container of cooked chicken wings in cold drawer. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded cooked chicken wings. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized No Yes No REPEAT 4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed black build up inside ice machine walls and panel. Increase frequency of cleaning of ice machine. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed several kitchen knifes stored clean on magnetic strip with food built up on blade and handle. CDI - PIC moved items to 3-comp-sink. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
21 1.50 Proper hot holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed container of queso hot holding below 135F in steam table. PIC stated queso was removed from refrigeration around 10:30AM. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container of queso. 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 .
23 3 Proper date marking & disposition Yes Yes No REPEAT 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed block of slice American cheese, shredded mix cheese, and cooked penne pasta in low boy cooler without any form of date marking. CDI - PIC was able to properly date mark items with yesterday's date. 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed cooked penne pasta in reach in cooler. CDI - PIC was able to properly date mark items with yesterday's date. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
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 secondary spray bottle of quaternary sanitizer without any form of identification. CDI - PIC placed label on secondary spray bottle. 7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed secondary spray bottle of pure quaternary sanitizer with a solution over 400PPM. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded solution. PIC was educated on how to make bleach sanitizer and dilute quaternary sanitizer.
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used Yes 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 several single service boxes stored on the floor. CDI - PIC moved all items to inside shelving.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No Yes REPEAT 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine in disrepair. PIC stated ECOLAB will be in this week to repair unit. PIC is currently using 3-comp-sink with adequate hot water and bleach sanitizer. EHS will return for verification visit. 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 rusted rack used for air drying equipment and utensils. Observed two prep table lower shelves with rust build up and torn/food built up on aluminum foil.
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No REPEAT 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 general cleaning of floors and walls throughout kitchen area, especially around hard to reach areas of cooking equipment.