Lenoir County restaurant inspections for March 5 through March 14
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Murray's BBQ and Seafood
123 East Washington Street, La Grange
Score: 96.5
Inspection date: 3/5/19
Observations:
Some stainless pans and plates were visibly dirty;
Some food temperatures were 42-45F - shall be at or below 41F;
Seafood and pot roast in reach-in were not date marked;
Wet wiping cloth was laying on counter - shall be in sanitizer;
Bottom of reach-in cooler and flap in ice machine needs additional cleaning;
Golden China Buffet
4147 West Vernon Avenue, Kinston
Score: 93
Inspection date: 3/8/19
Observations:
Stainless pans were visibly dirty;
Some cold holding temperatures were 42-45F - shall be 41F or lower;
Food bins were not labeled;
Wet/dirty wiping cloths were laying on drainboards/prep tables;
Dishes were stacked wet;
Gasket on back of reach-in door is tearing and walk-in freezer door is in disrepair;
Bottom of refrigeration units, shelving, can opener, and equipment need additional cleaning;
Some cracked/broken tiles in closet under three-compartmet sink;
Hood needs additional cleaning;
Rockin' Robins Gourmet Grill
1844 Spiritual Drive, Kinston
Score: 98
Inspection date: 3/8/19
Observations:
Children in unit although it appears steps are taken to prevent contamination of food, utensils, etc;
Soap dispenser not working properly;
Food handler not wearing hair restraint;
Food handler wearing jewelry that is not approved;
Single-service strays are stored in a manner to possibly receive contamination;
Floors of cabinets have crumbs, etc;
Wet wiping cloth in weak solution of sanitizer;
Taqueria El Merendero
708 South Front Street, Pink Hill
Score: 99
Inspection date: 3/13/19
Observations:
Sanitizer in wiping cloth bucket was not strong enough;
In-use utensils stored in dish beside steam well - shall be stored in the food with handles up;
Ensure that dishes are rinsed thoroughly after washing, before sanitizing;
Taco Bell
1808 West Vernon Avenue, Kinston
Score: 97
Inspection date: 3/14/19
Observations:
Hand sink beside prep sink did not have any hand soap;
Couple of plastic pans and one scoop had grease build-up on them;
Some sauce cups on line were above 45F - shall be 41F;
Inside of warmers, freezers, refrigeration units, shelving and ceiling vent above prep line needs additional cleaning;
Toilet and hand sink in men's room needs additional cleaning;
Grease trap lid was open - keep closed;
Floors and some walls need additional cleaning;
Lovick's
320 North Herritage Street, Kinston
Score: 93.5
Inspection date: 3/9/19
Observations:
Cart was blocking hand sink beside three-compartment sink;
Smoked sausage, dough burgers and fresh sausage were less than 135F - shall be at or above 135F;
Eggs, dough burger mix and chili were above 45F - shall be 41F or lower;
Employees were prepping food without wearing hats or hair nets;
Outsides of equipment, top of dish machine, bottom of prep unit and reach-in refrigerator, carts and shelving need additional cleaning;
Smith's Cafe
2424 U.S. 258 North, Kinston
Score: 96.5
Inspection date: 3/13/19
Observations:
No certified food protection manager present;
Some plates were visibly dirty;
Employee prepping food without hat or beard guard;
Wet wiping cloths laying on prep tables;