A96
TOPGOLF CHARLOTTE UNIVERSITY
9110 DRIVERS WY, Charlotte, NC 28262
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110202
Latest gradeA (96)
Last inspectedJul 27, 2026
Inspections on record18
On record sinceAug 31, 2021
Score history
Aug 31, 2021Higher is betterJul 27, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 27, 2026 A 96 · 5 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (G) Wash hands when switching between working with raw food and working with Ready to Eat Food. - P Employee breaded raw chicken with gloved hands and then switched gloves to work with ready-to-eat foods without washing hands. Employees must wash hands when switching from handling raw animal foods to ready-to-eat foods. CDI - Employee educated and he washed hands. 0 pts.
#9 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed −2
Corrected during inspection
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment. -P Employee observed handling toppings and bun to make hamburger with bare hands. Employees must not handle ready-to-eat foods with their bare hands. CDI - Employee educated on bare hand contact. Bun and toppings were discarded and she washed hands and donned gloves.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link: Handwashing and No Barehand Contact https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Employee observed placing bucket in hand washing sink. Do not use hand washing sinks for any purpose but hand washing. CDI - Employee educated on hand sink use. 0 pts.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Several items in walk-in cooler upstairs and downstairs were missing prep date labels. TCS RTE foods must be labeled with prep date, and used or discarded within 7 days of preparation with day 1 being date of prep. CDI - PIC placed prep date labels on all items.
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 .
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Repeat violation
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. 1 food employee observed wearing watch. Food employees must not wear jewelry on their hands or wrists. REPEAT
Mar 26, 2026 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Bottle of green salsa measured 67F. Sausage in front of grill measured 72F. Buffalo chicken dip in pizza cooler measured 43F. TCS foods in cold holding shall measure 41F or less. CDI - PIC discarded sausage and green salsa. Buffalo chicken split into 2 smaller pans and cooled in blast chiller.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. 1 cook observed wearing a watch. Food employees must not wear jewelry o their hands or wrists. 0 pts.
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables −0.5
Repeat violation
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Avocados in sandwich cooler on line still had stickers on their husks. Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before use. Remove stickers during wash process. REPEAT
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Spatulas were being stored in 85F water on grill. CDI - PIC took spatulas to be washed again.
Nov 3, 2025 A 98 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Raw eggs stored on shelf above celery in walk-in cooler. Do not store raw animal foods above ready-to-eat foods. CDI - Eggs moved to bottom shelf. REPEAT
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Cooked mushrooms and cooked steak in pizza cooler were missing prep dates. TCS RTE foods must be labeled with prep date,and must be used or discarded within 7 days of preparation. CDI - PIC placed prep labels on items. 0 pts.
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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 Lettuce that’s was cut at 12pm was 48F in sandwich cooler top. Hummus in bottom of other sandwich cooler measured 45F and began cooling at 11am. Use blast chiller or walk-in cooler to cool TCS foods after preparation. CDI - PIC moved items to blast chiller to continue cooling.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Cut avocados in sandwich cooler top still had stickers on husks. Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before use. Remove stickers during wash process. 0 pts.
Jul 24, 2025 A 95.5 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: EHS will visit establishment by end of day to ensure main dish machine is repaired. Establishment must switch to single-service if it can’t be repaired by end of work day.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Par-cooked chicken stored on speed rack above fully cooked chicken. Raw animal foods must not be stored above ready-to-eat foods. CDI - PIC moved par-cooked chicken to bottom of speed rack. 0 pts.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P. Final rinse temperature of main dish machine only reached 148F on EHS thermometer. Cup dish machine also only reached 145F on EHS thermometer. VR - Verification required by the end of the day that establishment has repaired dish machine. If dish machine is not repaired by end of day then permit will be suspended or establishment must switch to single-service.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-401.14 (A) - (E) Follow the procedure, per the NC Food Code, for non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods. -P Par-cooked chicken was not labeled as being par-cooked as part of written procedures. Par-cooked chicken was also stored above cooked chicken. CDI - PIC educated on following approved non-continuous cooking procedures and cross-contamination. He placed a label on pan identifying it as par-cooked.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Sausage in front of grill measured 67F. 2 containers of lettuce in bottom of sandwich cooler measured 44-46F. Cooked onions in drawer cooler measured 49F. TCS foods in cold holding must measure 41F or less. CDI - PIC discarded sausage and cooked onions. Lettuce was prepared 2 hours ago so he moved it to walk-in cooler to continue cooling. REPEAT
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Container of chicken wings observed on floor of walk-in cooler at beginning of inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the floor. CDI - PIC moved container to shelf. 0 pts.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Several food employees observed with watches and bracelets on their wrists. Food employees must not wear jewelry on their hands or wrists. 0 pts.
Apr 28, 2025 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. OBSERVED CHICKEN, dips in the prep unit at temperatures above 41F. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 items in the prep unit without dates. CDI. PIC date marked. Repeat
****improvement from last time.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#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 water and food particles from condensation in one of the RI cooler. Also observed food debris in one of the dish machine. Needs to be cleaned.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee food items stored by customer items. CDI. PIC created and labeled a designated area for employee items.
Feb 12, 2025 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed items in WI cooler after cooling in an opened container. CDI. PIC covered.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 food stuffs in the WI and RI cooler without dates. CDI. PIC date marked.
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
Corrected during inspection
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 a spray bottle filled with water without a label. CDI. PIC labeled.
#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 build up on floors behind cooking equipment in the kitchen. Needs to be cleaned.
Oct 8, 2024 A 96 · 11 violations
Inspector comments: Observed lots of food debris in drains. Please clean drain's to prevent pests. EHS stayed until Dishwasher was repaired. EHS didn’t mark cooling (#20 on inspection report) since the facility was still in perimeter for cooling times. Dishwasher is now working. This dishwasher has liquid sanitizer and heat per eco lab. Test strips and max/min thermometer was used and both read showing sanitizer
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (B) Closed beverage containers may be used if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, and exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Observed open can of Monster drink on shelf above clean dishes. CDI.. Drink was moved to employee drink area
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P Observed hands being washed at hand sink , faucets were turned off with clean hand’s without barrier. EHS educate facility on hand washing
For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P. Observed dishwasher not achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer. Tech is at facility repairing machine during inspection. Dishwasher was repaired while EHS was on site
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed dishes with debris. CDI..Items were moved to dishwasher for w/r/s.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 items cooling throughout facility with tight fitting lids. Facility does have a blast chiller. CDI.. Lids were removed or sent to blast chiller.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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 boxes of food stored on floor in WIC and WIF..CDI.. Items were placed on shelf
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. observed food employee with bracelets on.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed in use utensil stored in water at 96F
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed several dishes stacked wet. REPEAT CDI.. Dishes were unstacked to dry properly.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 bottom of prep tables throughout facility with food debris. REPEAT
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed 3 comp sink will not hold water in sinks. Stopper needs to be repaired Per PIC facility has called maintenance and sink will be repaired.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed several hand sinks without waste bins..REPEAT
Jun 12, 2024 A 96 · 7 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed sanitizer in dish machine in the floor upstairs and in the bar without sanitizer dispensing. CDI. Both containers were replaced and equipment repaired to dispense sanitizer.
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 −1.5
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 multiple food stuffs in the WI cooler without dates. CDI. PIC date marked.
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
Corrected during inspection
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 containers of salt and spices without label. CDI. PIC labeled them.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths in sanitizer at 20ppm quat. CDI. PIC changed the solution.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking of cleaned equipment in the kitchen area. Repeat
#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 build up on prep top covers. Needs to be cleaned.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed no waste bins at hand sink. CDI. PIC placed some around the sink.
Dec 1, 2023 A 95.5 · 5 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed several containers, knives and slicer soiled with old food debris. CDI- All items taken to the comp sink to be washed.
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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed steak, shrimp and sausage holding above 41F in low reach in cooler 2 upstairs. CDI- All items 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed dishes wet stacked in the clean dish storage area.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed low reach in 2 housing out of temp meats holding above 41F. Get fixed prior to using.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed jacket stored on top of dishes in the clean dish storage area. CDI- Removed.
Sep 13, 2023 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed par cooked steak stored on top of cooked chicken. CDI- Chicken placed above.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed unwashed vegetables stored above washed vegetables. CDI- Washed vegetables placed on the bottom.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed sanitizer below concentration in 3 comp sink with a utensil in the basin. CDI- Solution re-made to proper concentration.
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
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed dishes soiled with old food debris, in the clean dish storage area.
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 .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed dishes wet stacked in the clean dish storage area.
Jun 13, 2023 A 98 · 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY. Observed sanitizer at the 3 comp sink at 50ppm quat. CDI. PIC replaced the solution. REPEAT.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed build up on the cutting boards in the kitchen area. CDI. PIC ordered new ones.
For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of frozen food stored directly on the floor in the WI freezer. CDI. PIC removed.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths in sanitizer at 20ppm quat. CDI. PIC changed the solution.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed et stacking of dishes in the cleaned dish area. CDI. PIC removed to be cleaned.
****improvement from last time.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-501.110. Maintain the wash solution temperature in mechanical warewashing equipment used to sanitize in accordance with the NC Food Code.- Pf. Observed water temperature at the dish machine at 155F. Unit was placed out service and will be back to check on the unit
#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 build up on vents in the kitchen. Needs to be cleaned.
Mar 23, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed et stacking of dishes in the cleaned dish area. CDI. PIC removed to be cleaned.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed no waste bins at hand sink. CDI. PIC placed some around the sink. REPEAT.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster at the back missing drain plugs. Needs to have new ones.
Dec 15, 2022 A 99 · 3 violations
#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 towel at hand sink upstairs. CDI. PIC replaced.
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed veges stored in hand sink, observed straws stored in hand sink. CDI. PIC removed
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed water leaks from hand sink. Needs to be repaired.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Corrected during inspection
5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed no waste bins at hand sink. CDI. PIC placed some around the sink.
Sep 22, 2022 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed one of the employees wearing an arm band while working with food.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed et stacking of dishes in the cleaned dish area. CDI. PIC removed to be cleaned. REPEAT.
#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 single use cups stored directly on the floor in the dry storage area. CDI. PIC removed.
Jun 6, 2022 A 96.5 · 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY. Observed sanitizer at dish machine in the bar at 0ppm. CDI. Unit was repaired. REPEAT.
#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 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 chicken, milk in RI without dates, CDI, PIC date marked.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. Observed sanitizer containers stored on prep tables. CDI. PIC removed.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
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 containers of spices without label. CDI. PIC labeled them.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths in sanitizer at 20ppm quat. CDI. PIC changed the solution.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-204.115 Warewashing machines shall be equipped with a thermometer to indicate the temperature of the water in the wash, rinse, and final rinse areas. -Pf. Observed ware washing machine with thermometer in disrepair. Needs to be fixed.
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf. Observed no thermometer in the facility for measuring hot water temp. CDI. PIC ordered for one.
4-501.110. Maintain the wash solution temperature in mechanical warewashing equipment used to sanitize in accordance with the NC Food Code.- Pf. Observed water temperature in dish machine at 153ppm. Needs to be repaired.
Mar 1, 2022 A 98 · 5 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.112(A)(2) Provide a minimum of 180F rinse water for sanitization when using the dish machine. -Pf. Observed one of the dish machine unable to reach 180F. Will be back to check on the equipment.
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY. Observed sanitizer in the dish machine on the 2nd floor at 0ppm. CDI. Unit was repaired.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed one of the employees wearing an arm band while working with food.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf. Observed no thermometer in the facility for testing water temperature.
Will be back to check on the equipment.
#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 build up on hood and vents in the kitchen. Needs to be cleaned.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employees stuffs stored on prep units. CDI. PIC removed.
Oct 18, 2021 A 96.5 · 6 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event. Observed no written procedure for Vomiting and Diarrheal Event. CDI. Gave PIC one
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. Observed sanitizer in 3 comp sink at the bar area at 10ppm. CDI. PIC added the sanitizer in the solution.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 chicken, beef, in RI and WI without date marks. CDI. PIC date marked.
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 multiple food in RI with incorrect dates. CDI. PIC corrected the dates.
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate
Corrected during inspection
4-203.12 Temperature Measuring Devices, Ambient Air and Water - Accuracy. Observed no thermometer for the dish machine. Needs to have one.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed container of spices without label. CDI. PIC labelled.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed et stacking of dishes in the cleaned dish area. CDI. PIC removed to be cleaned. REPEAT.
Aug 31, 2021 A 96.5 · 9 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed raw burger patties stored over cooked rice on speedrack in walkin cooler. Moved patties to the bottom shelf.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed food debris on the slicer from yesterday. It was broken down to be cleaned and sanitized.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P Observed 6 large metal containers of chicken wings temping at 45-53F in downstairs walkin cooler. They were made last night. After investigation Chef found that employee waited until the blast chiller brought the product down to 70F, pulled them, and placed them in walkin cooler to finish cooling overnight. Employee has been re-trained on procedures. Chicken wings were voluntarily discarded.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Follow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed lemon butter and clarified butter being held above 41F. These times should be on time as a public health control if not under temperature control. TPHC form was emailed with this report. These items may not be used beyond 4 hours today. Return visit required.
#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 Mac n cheese bites in upstairs walkin cooler that had been portioned without a date mark. The entire batch can be marked with one sticker if desired. Will use within the 7 day window.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed 3 bottles of bar spray chemicals without labels. Labeled during inspection.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 Discussed improper cooling of chicken wings due to blast chiller procedural error. Observed chopped steak and chopped chicken portioned in plastic bags in Chef’s Base drawers above 41F. They were bagged today and should be cooled to 41F or lower before placing into the cold drawer. They were pulled and blast chilled to 33-39F before being placed back in drawer. Observed bean spread in a large plastic container with lid that was made today (Within last 2 hours) at 60F. It was placed in blast chiller in a metal pan and it had reduced to 53F during the inspection. It just had not been kept in the blast chiller long enough. Employees have been retrained.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few flies in the facility. Monitor.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed some pans stacked while still wet. Separate to air dry.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “TOPGOLF CHARLOTTE UNIVERSITY” or State ID 20600110202). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.