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NameOPEN EYE CAFE
Address101 S GREENSBORO ST
 
City/State/ZIP
CARRBORO NC 27510
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyOrange
Inspection Date 7/28/2025
Final Score @ Grade
99 A
General CommentsIf a permit holder/operator disagrees with a decision of the interpretation, application, or enforcement of the rules of this Section upon completion of inspection the permit holder may request local supervisory review and/or regional state review. A request can be made by calling (919)245-2360 or by written request through email ehapplications@orangecountync.gov. By mail or in person to 131 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278

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) Certified Food Protection Manager (C). At least one employee who has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control food preparation and service shall be a certified food protection manager. - No certified food protection manager during the current inspection.
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container Yes No No 3-302.12 Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify, such as dry pasta. - Observed sugar and cocoa powder are in the working container without label. Corrected during inspection(CDI). Label provided 3-602.11 Food label information shall include the common name of the food or an adequately descriptive identity statement, ingredients in descending order, the net quantity of contents, name, and place of business. - Observed in-house packaged brownies offer “grab-and-go” with no proper labeling. CDI- the brownie restored where customer cannot grab and go
40 0 Personal cleanliness Yes No No 40 2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C). Use head coverings, beard guards, and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. - Observed an employee at the front service(handling unwrapped baked goods and prepared beverage coffee) without hair restraints. CDI through education.
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes No No 3-304.12 During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensils shall be stored with their handles above the top of the food and the container. - Observed inside a working container of sugar and cocoa powder with a scoop handle resting them. CDI- scoop removed.
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used No Yes No 4-903.11 (A) and (C) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing (C). Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination - Observed a stack of paper cups(inside a sleeve cover) on top of the water fountain; for the best practice, single-use articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location. Repeat Person in charge(PIC) presented work order to install the splash guard.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C). Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. - Observed service line, the 2 reach-in coolers with torn gaskets. 4-101.19 Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or requiring frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. - Front counter with unfinished wood material featuring a non-smooth surface. PIC stated the counter is on a continuing project, and it is unfinished at this time.
51 0 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices Yes No No 5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture, equipment, or nonfood equipment shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 1 inch. P - The dishwasher drain pipe is located below the flood rim of the floor sink. CDI, the machine drain pipe is lifted to be 1" above the flood rim.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No Yes 5-501.111 Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair (C). 5-501.12 Outdoor Enclosure (C). 5-501.115 Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C) - 1 dumpster with holes at the bottom, top lid is in poor repair(not covered) - Litter was observed on the ground and the concrete floor of the dumpster.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-501.12 Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. - The unisex restroom wall to the ceiling with dust accumulation.