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NameTACOS LA GUERA
Address5427 N SHARON AMITY RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28215
Premise Type3 - Mobile Food
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/16/2024
Final Score @ Grade
97.50 A
General CommentsInspection occurred at 4322 Central AVE, Charlotte, NC, 28205 (Parking Lot of Quick Shop Convenience Store) Location and Hours of operation (11a - 9p) were provided to EHS by PIC via translation.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
2 0 Certified Food Protection Manager No No No 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed one staff member ANSI certificate in MFU window; however, certified food protection manager was not available at time of inspection and PIC was not a certified food protection manager. PIC demonstrated knowledge by answering questions throughout inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
15 1.50 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed one (1) bin or raw chicken wings stored above ready to eat taquitos in prep unit. Observed one (1) bin of raw eggs and one bin of raw bacon stored above ready to eat foods (washed produce, ham, cheeses) in standing RIC. 3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed one (1) bin of diced raw chicken placed above diced raw beef in prep unit. 3-304.11 (A) Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P Observed one (1) bread knife with handle placed in top cheese in prep top. Observed one (1) bin of onions stored directly (double stacked) in bin of cut limes in prep top. CDI - EHS and PIC reorganized storage of food items to prevent potential contamination. PIC removed knife and placed lids on open containers in prep unit to prevent double stacking. EHS provided storage order guides in English and Spanish. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
41 0 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored No No No 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed three (3) loose wiping cloths with no containers of sanitizer available to properly store them.
48 0.50 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips No No No 4-303.11 (A) (B) Cleaning agents and chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation.-Pf Observed chlorine test strips, but no chlorine or bleach based sanitizer available on MFU. A verification will occur no later than 12/26/2024
50 0.50 Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure Yes Yes No 5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Observed no hot water on MFU upon arrival. CDI- EHS adjusted water heater thermostat dial. Observed 119F hot water. REPEAT.