PHO CHARLOTTE

Raw meat, poultry, or seafood not separated from ready-to-eat food, or food left unprotected during prep, storage, or display.

Roaches, rodents, flies, or other pests present — or doors and openings that let them in not protected.

Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances unlabeled or stored where they can reach food.

Missing or expired food manager certification, or employee food-safety training not documented.

High-risk food (like meat) thawed improperly, promoting bacterial growth.

Single-use items (cups, straws, to-go containers) stored or handled improperly.

Employee jackets, phones, drinks, or other personal items stored where they can contaminate food.

Roaches, rodents, flies, or other pests present — or doors and openings that let them in not protected.

Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances unlabeled or stored where they can reach food.

Missing or expired food manager certification, or employee food-safety training not documented.

Surfaces that touch food — cutting boards, ice bins, dish racks — soiled or not sanitized.

Plumbing not installed or maintained properly — leaks, mop sink issues, unserviced water filters, or missing backflow prevention.

Food-contact or nonfood-contact surfaces improperly designed, constructed, maintained, or located.

Mops, brooms, and other cleaning and maintenance equipment stored or maintained improperly.

Handwash sink missing, blocked, or used for other purposes, or missing soap, towels, or the handwash sign.

Food-contact or nonfood-contact surfaces improperly designed, constructed, maintained, or located.

Dirty wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer, or soiled linens handled improperly.

Clean equipment and utensils stored improperly or not air-dried.

Shelves, counters, handles, or equipment exteriors soiled with grease, debris, or dust.

Surfaces that touch food — cutting boards, ice bins, dish racks — soiled or not sanitized.

Clean equipment and utensils stored improperly or not air-dried.