A97
MCDONALD'S
2820 BOYER ST, Charlotte, NC 28208
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110463
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedJul 22, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceSep 16, 2022
Score history
Sep 16, 2022Higher is betterJul 22, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 22, 2026 A 97 · 6 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no form of hand drying at hand washing sink near PIC office. CDI - PIC obtained roll of paper towels.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed open bags of raw bread chicken patties stored directly over open bags of raw fish patties located in double door RIF. CDI - PIC correctly storage order and educated staff.
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
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed pink slim build up inside ice machine on white baffle. PIC will have unit serviced.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies throughout kitchen area. PIC turned on insect deterrent devices at each delivery windows. EHS advised PIC to keep device active.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed large soda machine system located at BOH near exit leaking water. Floor is slope to drain to near by floor sink. PIC stated repair company is in route for repairs
#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 inside double door RIF with food debris and ice build up. Increase frequency of cleaning.
Feb 4, 2026 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 several metal stirring spoons with food debris and build stored clean in plastic container. CDI - PIC moved items to 3-comp-sink.
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 .
REPEAT
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed pink slim and black build up inside ice machine. PIC will have unit serviced today.
Sep 22, 2025 A 98 · 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with pink slime build up on white internal shield. Increase frequency of cleaning.
#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 Observed carton of liquid egg in low boy cooler above 41F. See temp chart. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded carton.
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insect on the floor in dry storage area. CDI - PIC removed dead insect.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few flying insects throughout kitchen. Increase pest control visits.
#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 three employees working in the kitchen without any form of hair covering.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
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 several stickers and glue still attached on plastic condiment shakers stored cleaned. CDI - PIC moved items to 3-comp-sink.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Follow-up verification required
6-501.11 Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Methods (C) - Observed water dripping slowing from two separate location from ceiling near water heater into two separate buckets. PIC stated work order has been placed. EHS to VR for 3-DAYS.
Apr 22, 2025 A 98 · 6 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. - Observed no handwash sign at the men’s restroom handwash sink.
CDI - EHS provided handwash sign
#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 the majority of the onion containers that were stored as clean on the dish rack adjacent the dishwasher to have sticker residue on their surfaces.
CDI - Placed at 3 compartment sink to be rewashed.
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. - Observed the back door to the kitchen in the dry storage area to be propped open at the time of the inspection, allowing for the potential entry of vermin into the establishment.
CDI - PIC closed door.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. - Observed the ice scoop to the ice bin across from the ice cream machine to be stored with its handle in direct contact with the ice inside.
CDI - Scoop removed from ice bin.
#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 the interior bases and gaskets to both of the 2 door upright RIFs to have a buildup of food debris.
#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 a buildup of packaging debris on the WIF floor, beneath the storage racks.
Nov 21, 2024 A 98.5 · 6 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf
Observed a box of BBQ containers with items broken open. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf
Observed hash browns on 4-hour TPHC. Timers near the fryer had not been set. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
#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 a build-up of ice on top of boxes stored under the compressor of the walk-in freezer.
#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 three employees without hair restraints.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Observed sanitizer buckets for wiping cloths with 10ppm chlorine sanitizer. Concentration should be 50-200ppm.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed open dumpster doors.
Jan 24, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 3, 2023 A 99.5 · 4 violations
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(2) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Ready to eat cut or chopped TCS produce or opened TCS hermetically sealed food that begins TPHC at 70 F or less, must remain at or below 70 F during the 4 hour time as a public health control period and be marked with the discard time. Observed 2 containers of American cheese slices on TPHC with incorrect discard time/date. CDI PIC corrected discard time/date.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying insects in dish room area.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed 2 food employees preparing food with no hair restraint on. CDI employee put on hair nets.
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee with a watch and a ring on. CDI employee removed Jewelry.
#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 sanitizer buckets at less than 50 ppm chlorine. CDI PIC Had buckets refreshed.
Jun 8, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 16, 2022 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed ice and food in hand sink. CDI-ice was melted and food was taken out of sink. PIC instructed employees that hand sink is to only be used for handwashing.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU. Observed lettuce cooling in reach in while packed into small containers. CDI-lettuce was portioned out and put into the WIC to cool..
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employees wearing bracelets and watches while prepping food.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed handsink by fry station to not be in service. CDI-PIC has called a repair technician to come out.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCDONALD'S” or State ID 20600110463). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.