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NameMING GARDEN
Address16610 WEST CATAWBA AV
 
City/State/ZIP
HUNTERSVILLE NC 28078
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 2/6/2026
Final Score @ Grade
98 A
General CommentsEstablishment uses approved food coloring for pork. Establishment has consumer advisory on digital menu but does not serve any items raw or undercooked.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
35 0.50 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf Observed frozen wontons thawing at ambient room temperature on shelving in kitchen. CDI - Frozen wontons were placed in walk in cooler to continue thawing under refrigeration. -0.5 points-
37 1 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 unlabeled ingredients on cart at prep line. Observed unlabeled large bins of ingredients on shelving in dry storage areas. -1 point-
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 boxes of chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler. -0 points-
44 0 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled No No No 4-903.11(B)(1) Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying. Observed plastic bus tubs with pooling water due to wet stacking. -0 points-
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used No No No 4-502.13 Single-use and single-service articles cannot be reused. Observed employee using single use food container as a portioning scoop for cooking ingredients on make line. Replace single use food container with utensil that is durable, smooth, and easily cleanable. -0 points-
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 cardboard used on shelving under food ingredients. Discard cardboard and/or replace with item that is non-absorbent, smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. -0 points-
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-501.11 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. Observed stainless steel flooring in walk in cooler buckling and in need of repair. Repair flooring in walk in cooler so that floor surface is easily cleanable. -0.5 points-