Restaurant Information


Facility ID 2060016682
Restaurant Name Lucky Lou's Tavern
Phone Number +17045278566
Last Inspection Date 2014-07-18
Last Inspection Score 99

Inspection Results


Inspections
Inspection Date Score Type
2018-11-07 97 routine
2018-07-11 98 routine
2018-01-12 98 routine
2017-04-17 98 routine
2016-12-16 followup
2016-12-09 96 routine
2016-01-27 97 routine
2015-06-30 91 routine
2015-01-23 followup
2015-01-16 98 routine
2014-07-18 99 routine
2013-12-02 99 routine
2013-08-16 99 routine
2013-02-25 99 routine
Violations
Violation Date Code Description
2018-11-07 53 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 large cracks in floor tiles at bar area.
2018-11-07 45 repeat:4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed torn gaskets on low boy cooler, cooler 6, 8, reach-in freezer 5, and walk-in cooler. gaskets are on order.
2018-11-07 36 general comment:6-501.111 keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. observed fruit flies at bar area. contact pest control company for pest treatment.
2018-11-07 14 repeat:4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf. observed ice machine interior on deflector with black and pink build-up. cdi: cleaned during inspection.
2018-07-11 45 repeat:4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed torn gaskets on 2-door reach-in cooler and beer cooler walk-in. observed shelving in reach-in cooler starting to rust.
2018-07-11 26 general comment:7-204.11 provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-p. observed quat sanitizer in spray bottles and jug above 400ppm and too strong for fcs. cdi: by diluting to proper concentration to 200ppm.
2018-07-11 21 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 chili, rice, and corn beef in reach-in cooler that has expired 7 day dates. cdi: by discarding.
2018-01-12 53 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 several chips in wall beside walk in cooler door.
2018-01-12 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed cooler not functioning in kitchen area. pic stated that it just broke today and they have called a repairman. observed several broken gaskets throughout facility. observed shelving in reach in cooler wi
2018-01-12 39 3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep surface.
2018-01-12 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed slight debris on slicer stored in kitchen. improvement noted. cdi by removal for recleaning.
2018-01-12 8 5-205.11 maintain access to handsinks. handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-pf observed employee dump ice in handsink. employee began employment recently and was not aware that it was the handsink for the bar. cdi by ehs instruction.
2017-04-17 37 3-307.11 protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by code. observed fly strips hanging over path from walk in to kitchen. cdi by removal to another location to prevent the contamination of food.
2017-04-17 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed broken gasket on reach in freezer. pic directed inspector to the gasket before it came up during course of normal inspection to inform inspector that the repairman is scheduled for the day after.
2017-04-17 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed debris build up on slicer. cdi by recleaning.4-602.11 clean the equipment and utensils used with nontcs foods as required to avoid contamination. obse
2017-04-17 52 5-501.113(b) keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. observed open door on dumpster.
2017-04-17 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed slight debris build up around the fryers.
2016-12-09 41 3-304.12 store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135f or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. observed in use tongs and muddler in bar area in soda water.
2016-12-09 39 3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed sanitizer below 200 ppm in wiping bucket. cdi - remade.
2016-12-09 23 3-603.11 provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-pfobserved weekly special list with chopped steak dinner not indicated with asterisk for disclosure. cdi - offering f
2016-12-09 21 b 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 opened romaine lettuce not labeled with date. opserated stated that deli meats are sliced c
2016-12-09 13 3-302.11(a)(4) protect food in storage using covered containers, intact wrappings, or packaging. 3-302.11(a) separate the different types of raw animal foods. -pobserved ice machine collecting residue on interior guard. observed cooked deli meat and raw s
2016-12-09 8 5-202.12 provide at least 100f water at handsinks.-pf observed air hammer on hot water preventing from getting reliable 100 degree water from hand sink. repair within 10 days.
2016-01-27 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed can opener blade with the surface coating beginning to deteriorate. insure blade is replaced.
2016-01-27 8 6-301.14 post a handwash sign at each handsink. observed womens restroom missing handwashing sign. cdi by ehs providing signage.
2016-01-27 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed a washed spice holding utensil with masking tape still on the exterior. item had been washed/rinsed/sanitized with the tape still on the outside.
2015-06-30 1 2-101.11 pic shall be present during all hours of operation.-pf observed no certified food protection manager on site during inspection.
2015-06-30 8 6-301.14 post a handwash sign at each handsink. observed no handwashing sign posted at handsink in bar.
2015-06-30 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed dishes stored as clean collecting food debris. 4-602.11 clean the equipment and utensils used with nontcs foods as required to avoid contamination.
2015-06-30 21 3-501.17 date mark/label all tcs foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -pf observed deli meats, rte chicken, soft cheese, diced tomatoes and hummus requiring date marking not labeled. cdi items discarded or proper
2015-06-30 26 7-201.11 store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -p observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored directly above clean dishes. cdi bottle relocated.
2015-06-30 33 3-501.13 use approved thawing methods. observed fish thawing under running water. internal temperature of fish was 85f. cdi fish was placed in cold hold.
2015-06-30 36 6-501.111 keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. observed fruit flies throughout facility.
2015-06-30 39 3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed several wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces in kitchen and bar. maintain sanitizer buckets in kitchen and bar area during operation. repeat violation.
2015-06-30 41 3-304.12 store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135f or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. observed tongs stored on oven door.
2015-06-30 42 4-903.11 store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor. observed items stored on floor in dry storage and beer storage areas. repeat violation.
2015-06-30 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed walk-in cooler floor in disrepair. observed rusted shelves in equipment.
2015-06-30 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed food residue collecting on nonfood contact surfaces throughout facility. repeat violation.
2015-06-30 49 5-205.15 maintain a plumbing system in good repair. observed 3 compartment sink plumbing leaking.
2015-06-30 53 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 holes in frp. 6-502.12 floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments suc
2015-01-16 14 4-501.114 maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -p observed dish machine at 0 ppm. cdi 3 comp sink set up. verification required on 1/23/15.
2015-01-16 21 3-501.17 date mark/label all tcs foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -pf observed dressing in prep cooler not date marked. employee stated dressings will be used within 3 days. cdi dressings labeled.
2015-01-16 23 3-603.11 provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-pf observed disclosure on menu. remimder must be added to items served cooked to order. verification on 1/23/15.
2015-01-16 34 4-302.12 provide an accessible thermometer for use. provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-pf observed no thin probe thermometer on site during inspection. verification on 1/23/15.
2015-01-16 39 3-304.14(d) maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. observed 1 soiled wiping cloth. cdi cloth was removed from prep surface.
2015-01-16 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed rusted shelf under prep table in kitchen.
2015-01-16 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed food debris in bottom of cooler and equipment ledges.
2015-01-16 53 floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. observed exposed wood in several areas.
2015-01-16 42 4-903.11 store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor. observed a beer box and several containers stored on the floor in dry storage area.
2014-07-18 45 4-501.11 good repair and proper adjustment-equipment - c. equipment shall be in good repair. observed condensation leak in large reach-in cooler. observed split gaskets on 2 coolers.
2014-07-18 47 4-602.13 nonfood contact surfaces - c. nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept clean. observed 2 gaskets soiled with food debris.
2014-07-18 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability - c. floors, wall and ceiling shall be smooth and easily cleanable. observed wall damage patched with tape. repair wall damage.
2013-12-02 21 3-501.18 ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food), disposition- tcs ready to eat foods must be discarded after 7 days if held 41 f or below. observed spinach dip date marked past 7 day hold window. cdi by voluntar
2013-08-16 54 6-303.11 intensity-lighting- repair light in kitchen at 3 compartment sink.
2013-08-16 39 3-304.14 wiping cloths, use limitation- store all wet wiping cloths in sanitizer when not in use. observed wet wiping cloths stored on handwash sink.
2013-08-16 23 3-603.11 consumption of animal foods that are raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens- proper consumer advisory must be posted on menus as required by nc food code. observed menu to have an inadequate consumer advisory posted.
2013-08-16 21 3-501.17 ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food), date marking- date marking of non-cultured dairy products is required. observed open container of heavy cream without date mark. cdi by date marking.
2013-02-25 47 nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. filters in hood system; under and between large cooling units need to be cleaned of dried food debris.
2013-02-25 45 nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledges; projections; and crevices; and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. floor in walk in cooler damaged; some shelving in dry goods room corroding. replace
2013-02-25 38 food employees shall wear hair restraints such as hats; hair coverings or nets; beard restraints; and clothing that covers body hair; that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment; utensils; and li
2013-02-25 35 except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta; working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment; such as cooking oils
2013-02-25 26 working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. spray bottle and bulk dispenser mixed container on
2013-02-25 23 consumer advisory is required for all food items offered undercooked or raw. operator advised that steaks are the only items that may be served cooked to order. operator advised all hamburgers are cooked to medium well (160f). cdi- verbal education as to
2013-02-25 21 potentially hazardous ready to eat foods shall be dated marked per the rule. consistent date marking of foods being held more than 24 hours is needed. food items that are dated are dated with date of preparation. cdi- verbal education as to rule requireme
2013-02-25 14 equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. some dried food debris on the interiors of reach in coolers. cdi- verbal education as to rule.
2013-02-25 8 a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. handwashing signs needed at bar handwashing sinks. cdi- verbal education as
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This data was provided by Mecklenburg County, Environmental Health inspections and last updated on Jan 17, 2019. Dataset contains 2631 restaurants inspected in Mecklenburg County.

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