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NameFABIO'S DELI AND GROCERY
Address1319 HARPER AVE SW
 
City/State/ZIP
LENOIR NC 28645
Premise Type30 - Meat Market
CountyCaldwell
Inspection Date 9/18/2025
Final Score @ Grade
92.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
1 1 PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties Yes No No 2-101.11 (A)PIC was not present upon arrival.PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF CDI-Education.
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-205.11 (B) A foam meat tray was observed in the handwashing sink.A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf.CDI-PIC removed and cleared handwashing sink of debris. 6-301.11 Soap was not provided in the proximity of the handwashing sink.Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf.CDI-Soap was provided for handwashing.
15 0 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11 (A)(2)Container of raw ground pork was stored above whole, intact muscle raw meat in the display cooler.Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. CDI-PIC rearranged the meats in the correct order.
22 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures No No No 3-501.16(A)(2) Raw pork chops were observed being held at a temperature of 53F in the bottom part of the reach in cooler. Raw beef ribs in the same reach in cooler were observed being kept at a temperature of 48-49 F.Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P CDI-PIC moved both items to the chest freezer immediately for proper cooling.
28 1 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-201.11 A spray can of glass cleaner observed on the food prepping table and also on the top of the deli display case. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P CDI-PIC removed both cans and placed them in a proper storage area.
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-501.111Flying insects observed on the premise in the food prepping area.Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
41 0.50 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored No No No 3-304.14(B)In use and visibly soiled wiping cloth was observed near an in use knife on the food preparation table.Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
47 0.50 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes No 4-205.10 Chest freezers for storing meat rated for household use only.Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent.
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No No 4-601.11(C) The blade guide and the internal part of the band saw were observed having visible encrusted food residue. 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
51 1 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices Yes Yes No 5-202.13 A spray arm attached to the 3- comp sink hose bib was observed laying inside sink basin.An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P CDI-The spray arm was removed from the sink by PIC.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-501.11 Visible damage was observed on the wall behind the band saw.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.
56 0.50 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No Yes No 6-403.11 (A)Employee beverage and food stored above raw packaged meat for in market use.Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination.