Restaurant Information


Facility ID 2060018007
Restaurant Name Earl's Grocery
Phone Number +17043332757
Last Inspection Date 2017-12-05
Last Inspection Score 99

Inspection Results


Inspections
Inspection Date Score Type
2018-10-08 97 routine
2018-04-23 98 routine
2017-12-05 99 routine
2017-07-20 99 routine
2017-02-06 96 routine
2016-11-17 98 routine
2016-09-30 98 routine
2016-06-22 followup
2016-06-10 followup
2016-05-31 95 routine
2016-03-28 98 routine
2015-12-15 96 routine
2015-08-21 followup
2015-08-10 95 routine
2015-04-29 96 routine
2014-11-20 96 routine
2014-08-29 followup
2014-08-22 followup
2014-08-13 97 routine
Violations
Violation Date Code Description
2018-10-08 54 6-403.11 designated areas-employee accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking. observed employee beverage stored on counter among food for customer use and coffee cup in food preparation area. cdi- drink moved to different location. repeat.
2018-10-08 11 3-202.15 food packaging has to be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. observed two dented cans stored in dry storage area among all other canned goods. cdi- cans moved to separate location.
2018-10-08 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed cheese overstacked in flip top cooler holding at 50f. cdi- portion of overstacked cheese moved to bottom of cooler. all other foods under temperature control.
2018-10-08 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 pulled chicken, cooked carrots, slaw, lasagna, bean salad, barrel slaw, tomato salad, kale, and cut lettuce with no date mark. cd
2018-10-08 22 3-501.19 provide and follow written procedures for foods held using time as a public health control (tphc). clearly mark foods with begin and end times. all food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -p/pf observed facility using tphc on sev
2018-10-08 6 2-301.14 wash hands after activities that contaminate them. -p observed employee crack raw shell egg on grill then continue to prepare food with no hand wash or glove change. after handling raw shell eggs employee must remove gloves and wash hands befo
2018-10-08 40 3-302.15 washing fruits and vegetables. observed avocados that food employee stated had been washed with stickers still intact. remove stickers before washing all produce.
2018-10-08 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed debris build up in gaskets and inside reach in coolers. cleaning is needed. repeat.
2018-10-08 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf observed spray bottle of sanitizer, spray bottle of degreaser, and two sanitizer buckets with no label. cdi- bottles and buckets properly labeled. repeat.
2018-04-23 54 6-202.11 shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. shielding over lights at dish area needed. pic advised also working on getting repair to lighting.6-305.11/6-501.11
2018-04-23 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. debris observed in gaskets, tracks of units, under storage shelving. cleaning is needed. repeat
2018-04-23 38 2-402.11 use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. employee at cheese and prepared foods area not wearing a beard guard. cdi- employee did put on beard guard. (0pts)
2018-04-23 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf. one bucket of sanitizer replaced at back kitchen area, but label not replaced. cdi- pic replaced label for quat. (0pts)
2018-04-23 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p. food items in glass cooler 2 not under temperature control. pic robbie huffman advised that items were placed in cooler this morning. digital thermometer reading 42f. cdi- pic adjusted
2017-12-05 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf. observed deep container of egg salad stored tightly covered in walk in cooler. egg
2017-12-05 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 brillat-savarin cheese (variety of brie) without date marking. cdi - pic changed procedure to begin date marking this cheese and d
2017-12-05 39 3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed two sanitizer buckets holding sanitizer at 0 ppm quat. cdi - discovered that sanitizer dispenser had had the tube come out of the concentrate container at 3 compartment sink. it cou
2017-12-05 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 on non-food contact surfaces of microwave and slicer. observed soiled gaskets.
2017-12-05 53 6-501.12 floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. caution should be used to minimize food exposure. observed dusty buildup on kitchen ceiling tiles, especial
2017-07-20 53 6-501.12 floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. caution should be used to minimize food exposure. observed a few areas on wall and ceilings of kitchen wher
2017-07-20 22 3-501.19 provide and follow written procedures for foods held using time as a public health control (tphc). clearly mark foods with begin and end times. all food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -p/pf. observed no written procedures coul
2017-02-06 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed debris build up on interior floor of reach in freezer near storage area and in cooler near swinging doors to kitchen. observed dust build up on fan
2017-02-06 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed split gasket on walk in cooler.
2017-02-06 23 3-603.11 provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-pf observed menu boards listing items such as eggs that can be cooked to order with no disclosure symbol next to menu
2017-02-06 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 tcs foods without date marking- brie, cooked chicken, risotto cakes and faro. cdi by voluntarily discard unless prepared the previo
2017-02-06 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed roast beef measuring 48f and turkey at 47f in right prep cooler. observed chicken and lettuce salad measuring at 51f and turkey sandwich at 54f in back retail grab and go case.
2017-02-06 13 3-302.11(a) separate the different types of raw animal foods. -p observed comminuted lamb stored over raw salmon in the walk in cooler. cdi by placing items in the correct storage order.
2016-11-17 45 4-501.12 resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. observed deeply gouged cutting boards at pantry and juice areas. 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed dish machine with broken handles
2016-11-17 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p. observed newest grab and go cooler holding some foods as cold as 42f and others as warm as 50f. items had been placed into cooler from kitchen cooler this morning. pic discovered that u
2016-09-30 8 6-301.14 handwashing signage - c. ensure that handwashing signs stay uncovered at hand sinks. observed hand washing sign covered up with taped recipe information at hand sink.5-205.11 using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance - pf. ensure that ha
2016-09-30 12 3-402.11 parasite destruction - p. obserevd salmon covered under consumer advisory on menu board. invoice for salmon did not state parasite destruction freezing for salmon nor if it were pellet fed and farm raised. cdi- all salmon must be fully cooked unt
2016-09-30 45 4-204.12 equipment openings, closures and deflectors - c observed broken handles on pass thru dish machine and the using of trash bags to facilitatate opening and closing. observed walk in cooler not in use and in need of repair- repeat. observed two door
2016-09-30 37 3-305.11 food storage-preventing contamination from the premises - c ensure that proper scoops are used to obtain food products. observed styrofoam cup sealed inside ziplock bag buried in cheese that was used to scoop out proper amounts of cheese for serv
2016-05-31 53 6-502.12 floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. caution should be used to minimize food exposure. observed dust built up on security lights near hand sink
2016-05-31 52 5-501.113(b) keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. observed one side door open on shared dumpster.
2016-05-31 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed walk in freezer out - repairs are being made. observed 2 door upright cooler near coffee pot in kitchen was leaking. leaking fluid was being caught in two pans.
2016-05-31 35 3-602.11 food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the common name of the food, ingredients in descending order, quantity of contents, name and place of business and major food allergens. -pf. most grab and go items we
2016-05-31 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p. observed some tcs foods stored in a tub of ice cubes near breakfast cook station. items in tub measured 52f-59f - see temperature chart. observed a cooler nearby which stores sodas in t
2016-05-31 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf. observed food left in salad spinner stored as clean. observed label sticker residue present on several containers stored as clean. observed can opener blade s
2016-03-28 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 two hood lights out.
2016-03-28 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf observed tuna salad and cooked beets both stored covered while cooling. tuna salad
2016-03-28 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p. observed hot/cold combination unit holding packaged items such as rotisserie chicken and cold salads was not holding the cold foods at or below 45f. several items were checked in a vari
2015-12-15 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf. observed one immersion mixer stored as clean while showing a bit of dried food on it. cdi - sent back to dish to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
2015-12-15 13 3-302.11(a) separate the different types of raw animal foods. -p. observed raw turkey stored above raw pork in walk in cooler. cdi - trays switched in the speed rack to place turkey below beef.
2015-12-15 21 73-501.17 date mark/label all tcs foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -pf. observed no date marking on escargot and tub of feta cheese. cdi - voluntarily discarded. observed incorrect date marking on several soft
2015-12-15 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf observed three spray bottles unlabeled - sanitizer, glass cleaner, and unknown liquid. cdi - all labeled.
2015-12-15 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 baseboard missing underneath 3 compartment sink.
2015-08-10 43 4-904.11 display and handle single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination. observed several stacks of single-service cups displayed behind counter in coffee area. cups and some lids had splash contamination of sides (rolled rim area at
2015-08-10 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 no date marking on cut watermelon, opened tub of hard boiled eggs, opened tub of pheta brand feta cheese. cdi - all voluntarily di
2015-08-10 1 2-102.12 pic demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. observed pic today without certification.
2015-04-29 53 6-502.12 floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. caution should be used to minimize food exposure. observed fans in walk in cooler showing dust.
2015-04-29 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 no date marking on soup, meatballs, hard boiled egg tub in walk in cooler. cdi - dated with yesterday's date.3-501.18 discard the
2015-04-29 16 3-401.11 cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -p observed slices of lamb in walk in cooler. lamb appeared to have been undercooked. discussed with pic. he said he cooks boneless
2015-04-29 4 2-401.11 cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. observed two personal drinks stored on prep surfaces.
2014-11-20 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf. observed two unlabeled spray bottles of glass cleaner. cdi - both labeled.
2014-11-20 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 no date marking on several items - examples: hard boiled eggs, salami labeled keep refrigerated, pate, duck gas, breast au jus. cd
2014-08-13 35 3-602.11 bulk unpackaged food available for customer self service shall be prominately labeled with the following information: (1) the manufacturer's or processor's label that was provided with the food; or (2) a card, sign, or other method that includes
2014-08-13 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 no date marking on feta cheese, cut watermelon, some pieces of cheese. cdi - voluntarily discarded. 3-501.18 discard the food requ
2014-08-13 37 3-306.11 protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -p. observed open bulk bins of dried pasta available for customer self-service. bins were not protected from customer contamination in any way. vr - advised pic of violat
2014-08-13 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p. observed one side deli case was holding two tomato cobblers at 56f. case had frozen. cdi - cobblers voiluntarily discarded. observed cheese case was holding cheese between 43f and 49f.
Share

Data Source


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.

Nearby Restaurants

Name Address
ANDERSON'S RESTAURANT 1617 ELIZABETH AVE, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
MELTING POT 901 S KINGS DR, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
FIG TREE RESTAURANT 1601 E 7TH ST, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
CAJUN QUEEN 1800 E. 7TH STREET, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
ART`S BAR-B-QUE & DELI 900 E MOREHEAD ST , CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
MOREHEAD INN 1122 E MOREHEAD ST , CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
STARBUCKS #8211 1961 E SEVENTH ST , CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
SHOWMARS 2004 EAST SEVENTH STREET, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
SANDWICH MAX 1941 EAST 7TH ST., CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
NH PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER 200 HAWTHORNE LN, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Reviews and Comments