A98
JUST PLAY
9535 SOUTH BV, SUITE A, Charlotte, NC 28273
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110104
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedJul 2, 2025
Inspections on record10
On record sinceJun 13, 2021
Score history
Jun 13, 2021Higher is betterJul 2, 2025
Inspections & violations
Jul 2, 2025 A 98 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
*REPEAT* 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. *Observed - No CFPM onsite during time of inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Repeat violation
*REPEAT* 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. *Observed - Cardboard Box of bagged chips stored directly on the floor near dry storage racks.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. *Observed - Cardboard box of single-use cups stored directly on the floor near dry storage rack. *CDI - Box removed from floor and placed on shelf.
Feb 26, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
PIC on-site did not have ANSI accredited certified food protection manager certificate. CDI by instruction.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
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 galling of milk open not date marked in refrigerator over 24 hours according to manager. CDI, milk voluntarily discarded.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed 1 box of packaged dressing box stored on ground near storage rack.
Jul 3, 2024 A 98 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing signs posted on hw sink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. - Observed a few tongs stored as clean but soiled with food debris. CDI, tongs relocated for cleaning. Improvement made since previous inspection
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single-service cups stored on ground.
Feb 1, 2024 A 97.5 · 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed manual food press stored clean with build up food debris. Observed stored clean clear food containers with stickers still attached. CDI-PIC moved item to dish wash station.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed a dented can of grape olives with no clear designated area for holding damage items. CDI-PIC voluntarily discard dented can.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed two food employees handling food without hair restraints.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-202.15 Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be readily removable for cleaning and for replacement. Observed stored clean two hand held can openers soiled with food debris and built up rust.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed hand sink near register slowly leaking water into food container. PIC stated sink will be fix this week.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 garbage and food debris behind freezer chest beside non-working cold holding unit.
Aug 15, 2023 A 96 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. CFPM not available during inspection. REPEAT.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen. CDI - PIC replaced paper towels.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed equipment in full sanitizer bay of 3-comp sink at 0 ppm quat sanitizer. Sanitizer dispenser was empty. PIC stated that no backup sanitizer is kept in the facility and the servicing company replaces sanitizer when it is empty. Additionally, dispenser must be unlocked to replace sanitizer and a key was not available. Chemical storage room in the back has another sanitizer dispenser with sanitizer in addition to multiple full sanitizer spray bottles. PIC will sanitize equipment using spray bottles until sanitizer in dispenser can be replaced. VR.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
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 opened container of oat milk in RIC without date mark. CDI - PIC added date mark.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed unlabeled container of sugar above microwave.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.11 (A) - (E Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed pizza trays which are used in direct contact with pizza with heavy rusting. PIC will use a barrier such as parchment paper so pizza will not directly contact trays.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed no test strips for quat sanitizer. CDI - EHS provided test strips to PIC.
Jun 15, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
No serve safe certified food protection manager present during the inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf
No vomiting/diarrhea cleanup plan present. A copy was emailed during the inspection.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
Dec 22, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 16, 2022 A 98 · 4 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT: 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. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs. Observed opened container of milk with manufacturer’s best if used by date 3/3/22. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item.***No escalation in points due to different category observed.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of icee lids stored on floor underneath soft drink syrup cases/dry goods storage shelving. CDI - Box removed to shelving.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed non-functional Quat test strips. Test kit water damaged. PIC to order a test kit for facility. 10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed food build-up on non-food contact surfaces of nacho cheese machine. Recommend thorough cleaning.
Oct 21, 2021 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager. Obtain ansi accredited certified food protection manager certification within 210 days of permit issuance (issued 5/11/2021).
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
2-103.11(M) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -PF: Must have knowledge on employee health policy (symptoms, illnesses, reporting, excluding). CDI- copy of policy emailed
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 milk without date mark. Date on the day it is opened and discard at 7 days. Date opened is day 1. CDI-
Jun 13, 2021 A 98 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. -Pf Restroom hand sinks are not reaching 100F. Plumber has already been contacted. Ensure this is corrected by the next inspection.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
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 milk without a date mark. Opened within last 7 days and will be discarded today.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
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 pizza not marked with begin and end times. They only keep the pizza 2 hours. It was marked during the inspection.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed one domestic refrigerator in the facility being used to store milk for coffee. You must obtain a commercial refrigerator if you choose to continue supplying milk for coffee drinks.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JUST PLAY” or State ID 20600110104). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.