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A99

BENNY FERROVIAS

340 W TREMONT AV, STE 120, Charlotte, NC 28203
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110330
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedAug 31, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceMar 14, 2022

Score history

7085100 Mar 14, 2022: 98Nov 7, 2022: 99.5Jun 8, 2023: 99.5Oct 23, 2023: 99Mar 27, 2024: 99.5Aug 14, 2024: 99.5Apr 25, 2025: 99.5Aug 21, 2025: 99.5Jan 21, 2026: 99Aug 31, 2026: 99
Mar 14, 2022Higher is betterAug 31, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 31, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1
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 the metal racks in use to hold uncooked prepared pizzas on the back prep table to have accumulations of food debris/sauce/grime. REPEAT.
#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 an employee laptop and phone to be stored directly on top of the dry storage rack in the back kitchen area.

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Jan 21, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1
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 the metal racks in use to hold uncooked prepared pizzas both at the front counter and on the back prep table to have accumulations of food debris/sauce/grime. REPEAT.

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Aug 21, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 the gaskets to the WIC to have an accumulation of black grime.

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Apr 25, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed rusted shelving used for clean dish storage. -0-
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed baseboard not attached to wall near dough machine. Repair. -0.5-

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Aug 14, 2024 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken door handle on WIC. Repair. -0.5-

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Mar 27, 2024 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 heavy dust buildup on hood vent. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0.5-

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Oct 23, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed in-use tongs stored in a manner than staff can potentially brush against tongs and potentially contaminate. CDI - Tongs were removed.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single use cups stored outside of protective sleeve for customers to grab themselves. Exterior and lips of cups are not protected from contamination. Protect cups from sources of contamination.

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Jun 8, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single use cups stored outside of protective sleeve for customers to grab themselves. Exterior and lips of cups are not protected from contamination. Protect cups from sources of contamination.

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Nov 7, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee with no beard guard. -0-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed pizza dough docker stored on top of an unsanitary box of oil at the dry shelving area. -0.5-

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Mar 14, 2022 A 98 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed walkin cooler holding foods at 45-47F including sauces, cheeses, pepperoni. Items delivered today are below 41F. Foods above 41F (see temperature chart) were voluntarily discarded. Walkin cooler was turned down. Temperature checks will be taken throughout the evening to ensure food stays at or below 41F. Observed reach-in cooler where pizzas are made holding foods 47-51F. Items were voluntarily discarded. See temperature chart. Return visit required tomorrow to check refrigeration. If refrigeration is not properly holding, permit action may be taken.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
4-202.11 Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf Pizza peels are in poor repair - chipped and cracked. The one with the least amount of damage will be used until they can be replaced. Return visit required within 10 days.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BENNY FERROVIAS” or State ID 20600110330). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.