Restaurant Information


Facility ID 2060018796
Restaurant Name Independence Place Of Charlotte
Phone Number +17048178049
Last Inspection Date 2018-03-07
Last Inspection Score 97

Inspection Results


Inspections
Inspection Date Score Type
2018-12-06 94 routine
2018-08-14 93 routine
2018-06-15 followup
2018-06-06 94 routine
2018-03-07 97 routine
2017-11-02 followup
2017-10-25 93 routine
2017-07-27 followup
2017-07-19 92 routine
2017-05-22 97 routine
2017-05-10 88 routine
Violations
Violation Date Code Description
2018-12-06 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 feta cheese in metal container, feta cheese in open bag, tomato paste and boiled eggs held grea
2018-12-06 14 4-501.114 maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -p observed no sanitizer at three compartment sink and sanitizer for dishwasher empty. cdi switched to using bleach at three compartment sink until quat sanitizer can be
2018-12-06 11 3-101.11 p food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. observed molded catsup and tomato paste in walk in . cdi repeat violation.
2018-08-14 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. observed floors in need of sealing throughout kitchen exposed concrete is not smooth and easily cleanable. repeat violation6-501.1
2018-08-14 33 3-501.13 use approved thawing methods. observed hamburger thawing under running water measuring 85 degrees. cdi meat moved to be thawed as part of the cooking process.
2018-08-14 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 two containers of ricotta chees held past manufacturers expiration date one heavily molded. re
2018-08-14 11 3-101.11 p food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. observed sweet and sour sauce with visible mold as well as ricotta cheese heavily molded. cdi discarded.
2018-08-14 6 2-301.14 wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils and before food preparation, handling clean equipment and utensils and unwrapped single-use/single-service articles. -p observed kitchen staff cracking raw eggs and change gloves going back
2018-06-06 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. observed floors in kitchen area in need of sealing concrete exposed and not smooth and easily cleanable.
2018-06-06 46 4-302.14 provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -pf observed no test kit available for qac sanitizer.
2018-06-06 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 milk , two containers of feta cheese, held greater than 7 days after opening. cdi discarded.3
2018-06-06 14 4-501.114 maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -p observed dish machine sanitizer at 0 ppm chlorine unable to prime and get any sanitizer through hose repair technician contacted. repeat violation 10 day verification
2018-06-06 11 3-202.15 food packaging has be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. observed numerous dented cans in dry storage area.
2018-03-07 14 4-501.114 maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -p 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf 4-602.11 clean the equipment and utensils used with nontcs foods as required to avoid contamination.
2018-03-07 33 3-501.13 use approved thawing methods. packages of sliced ham thawing in standing water. cdi - water turned on to flow over products.
2018-03-07 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf spray bottle of degreaser with no label. cdi - labeled during the inspection.
2018-03-07 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. clean build up from walk in cooler shelves.
2017-10-25 53 6-201.13 provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. 6-501.11 floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispens
2017-10-25 52 5-501.113(b) keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.- observed doors open to dumpster during the inspection.
2017-10-25 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair.- observed condensation build up in the walk in cooler near the walk through freezer door.
2017-10-25 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 a cutting knife being stored in soapy water.
2017-10-25 37 3-306.11 protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -p- observed ice chest in the walk way between the dinning room and ice machine unlocked during the inspection. cdi- pic locked the ice machine.
2017-10-25 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 repeat- observed chicken pot pie, cooked chicken, rice, diced tomatoes, diced ham, boiled eggs, and milk
2017-10-25 8 5-202.12 provide at least 100f water at handsinks. -pf- observed both back handsinks at 80f. a vr will occur no later than 11/3/17 to ensure hot water is obtained at these handsinks.
2017-10-25 6 2-301.14 wash hands after activities that contaminate them. -p- observed an employee go from food preparation to handling soiled utensils and equipment. the employee then attempted to return to food preparation after donning gloves. cdi- pic was informed
2017-07-19 2 2-103.11 (m) person in charge-duties - pf- when questioned about the employee health policy the pic was unsure of what food borne illnesses or symptoms that need to be reported. pic was unable to provide the ehs with any documentation of an employee healt
2017-07-19 13 3-302.11 packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation - p- observed raw eggs stored on a shelf above fresh produce. ehs did not observe any cross contamination. cdi- pic re-arranged the order.
2017-07-19 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf- ehs observed several knives, other cutting utensils, meat slicer, and produce slicer all stored clean with food debris residue on them. cdi- all items were mo
2017-07-19 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 ham, salad, milk, burgers, cut lettuce, cut cabbage, chili, sliced turkey, pasta, sausage, and
2017-07-19 23 3-603.11 provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-pf- observed breakfast menu offering raw eggs any style without a consumer advisory. a vr will occur no later than 7/
2017-07-19 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf- observed a sanitizer bottle and bucket not labeled as a sanitizer. cdi- items were labeled as a sanitizer.
2017-07-19 51 5-501.17 provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms.- observed no cover waste bin for the shared bathroom.
2017-07-19 37 3-307.11 protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by code.- ehs observed an ice machine in-between the kitchen and dinning area. this ice machine shall not be accessed by guests.
2017-07-19 45 4-501.12 resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized.- observed all cutting boards in need of resurfacing or replacing due to deep cuts and grooves.
2017-07-19 49 5-203.14 prevent backflow or backsiphonage at each point of use in a water supply system by installing an approved backflow device. -p- ehs observed a faucet being used in junction with a hoes near the can wash. this faucet must have an approved backflow
2017-07-19 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily clean able .-repeat- observed several walls with damage and holes. this makes it difficult to clean and creates a pest harborage area. ehs sugg
2017-07-19 36 6-501.111 keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.- observed flies throughout the facility. also observed water bugs near the office.
2017-05-22 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. observed multipl walls with damage and potential pest harborage.
2017-05-22 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed debris accumulation on multiple pieces of equipment.
2017-05-22 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths with active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf observed foods cooling from breakfast tightly wrapped. cdi- uncovered to promote
2017-05-10 6 2-301.14 wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils and before food preparation, handling clean equipment and utensils and unwrapped single-use/single-service articles.-p2-301.14 wash hands after activities that contaminate them.-p observed s
2017-05-10 8 5-205.11 maintain access to handsinks. handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-pf observed hand sink blovked by lighting. cdi removed6-301.12 provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -pf observed no towels at eith
2017-05-10 13 3-302.11(a) separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -p observed raw chicken stored over salad in walk in cooler and raw eggs stored over tea in reach in. cdi- reorganized by fct
2017-05-10 14 .4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed multiple soiled slicers stored asclean and bowls with food residue and sticker reisdue. cdi- removed to clean4-501.114 maintain sanitizer at correct
2017-05-10 19 3-501.16(a)(1) maintain tcs foods in hot holding at 135f or above. -p observed grits and sausage on hot hold line well below 135 f(see temp chart). cdi- discarded
2017-05-10 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 bag of lettuce not date marked. cdi- date marked
2017-05-10 36 6-501.111 keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. observed live roach in dry goods storage room. vr
2017-05-10 35 3-302.12 label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. observed multiple containers of foods not labeled.
2017-05-10 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 clean utensils hanging against wall.
2017-05-10 43 4-903.11(a) store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. observed box of single service containers stored on floor in storage room. cdi- removed
2017-05-10 4 2-401.11 cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. observed multiple employee beverages stored over/on food prep surfaces. cdi- removed
2017-05-10 26 7-201.11 store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -p observed cleaning solution labeled as sanitizer but not sanitizer 0ppm qac and chlorine.
2017-05-10 1 2-103.11(a-l) pic shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. observe3d pic failure to ensure proper hand washing, approved source of foods, and proper concentrations of sanitizer are maintained. cdi- through instruction
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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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