A97
PLATFORM COFFEE AND KITCHEN
919 BERRYHILL RD, STE 104, Charlotte, NC 28208
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110749
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedJul 6, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceSep 5, 2023
Score history
Sep 5, 2023Higher is betterJul 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 6, 2026 A 97 · 6 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
2-301.14 (E) Wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. -P Observed employee handle phone, then return to food prep without a hand wash. CDI PIC redirected and had employee wash hands.
#15 · Food separated & protected −3
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 Observed raw eggs stored over flower and other ready to eat items. Repeat.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 multiple milk product items holding over 41F. RIC holding ambient below 41F. PIC stated items are holding above 41F due to use. CDI PIC allowed to re cool items and redirect staff to return products to RIC immediately after use. PIC stated they will remove some items from RIC as RIC is over stacked with product. If items cannot maintain 41F and below, PIC will move in use milk items to TPHC
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 .
#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 working containers of dry goods and batter with no label. Label items.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fly in prep area.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed doors open on dumpster.
Apr 23, 2026 A 98 · 5 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
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 raw eggs stored above ready to eat product. CDI PIC changed order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed raw peppers stored above washed ready to eat lettuce.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed spray bottle of bleach and container of soap with no lable. CDI Items were labeled.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed some wet nesting of clean stacked dishes and containers.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
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 multiple dishes stacked clean and in uses with cracked and crumbling edges.
#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 some residue and build up on bottom of inside of RIF. Clean with more frequency.
Dec 1, 2025 A 95.5 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no employee/PIC on duty with current certified food protection manager certificate.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
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 sausage dish ambient cooling for 30 minutes below 135F at a rate insufficient to reach 70F in the two hour window, PIC changed to metal pan and placed WIC, second temperature was taken and rate was still insufficient to cool to 70F in 2 hrs. CDI PIC moved item to RIF, reached below 70 in 2hour mark.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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 cut tomatoes and yogurt holding above 41F. Observed pooled eggs held on countertop holding above 41F. CDI PIC placed tomatoes in WIC to re cool quickly, moved yogurt to beheld under prep top, and placed pooled eggs in prep unit. EHS suggested to move pooled eggs to TPHC during rush times, left MCHD form for facility if they choose that route.
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 −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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) Observed multiple containers of cream cheese with 11/21 9:30 am date mark, held 3 days past expiration. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded. Repeat
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 Observed sausage dish cooling at ambient at a rate insufficient to reach 70F in two hours, CDI two changes in method required before proper rate/temp achieved.
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 .
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed doors open on dumpster.
Aug 7, 2025 A 98 · 2 violations
#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)
Observed whip cream from 7/25 and clarified butter without a date mark. CDI 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 (B)(1) Consumer Advisory Disclosures shall indicate that the animal-derived food is or can be served raw or undercooked by using words and phrases such as raw, undercooked, cooked to order, etc., or by asterisking to a footnote per 3-603.11 (B)(2). -Pf
Observed no asterisk on smoked salmon on digital menu board. Verification required.
Jun 24, 2025 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 Observed sliced cheeses, cut tomatoes placed in prep top above 41F. Items placed in unit 1 hour prior moved to walk in to reach 41F. Improvement since last inspection.
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 .
Nov 8, 2024 A 98 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility cooks and cools turkey breast, chicken breast, hashbrowns, oatmeal, poached eggs, and cooked veggies. Facility needs to change risk category to a 4.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. -P
Observed employee handle raw chicken to place on grill, change gloves, and continue handling RTE food. CDI hands hands washed. Observed employees going in and out of walk in cooler and change gloves and continue food prep. CDI hands are washing.
#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 feta cheese, oatmeal, pico, diced roasted red peppers, and carmelized onions above 41F in prep units. CDI items discarded or moved to walk in if was prepped recently.
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 .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
3-603.11 (C )(2) A Consumer Advisory Reminder shall include asterisking the food item to a footnote that states: * Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.- Pf
Observed consumer advisory asterisk goes to gluten free items and not double asterisk disclaimer, Verification required.
3-603.11 (B)(1) Consumer Advisory Disclosures shall indicate that the animal-derived food is or can be served raw or undercooked by using words and phrases such as raw, undercooked, cooked to order, etc., or by asterisking to a footnote per 3-603.11 (B)(2). -Pf
Observed disclosure missing from consumer advisory. Verification required.
Jul 26, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P. Observed steak and raw shell eggs being cooked using non continuous cooking process. Advised proper procedures need to be in place for the steak and that process for eggs could continue with pasteurized eggs only if facility wanted yolk to remain runny. CDI eggs discarded will provided paperwork for steak to be done using non continuous cooking.
Jun 5, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-603.11 (A) Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf. Observed smoked salmon on menu for bagels missing disclosure and reminder. CDI PIC reprinted menu to add consumer advisory and asterisk linking product to footnote.
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure −0.5
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf. Observed water at three compartment sink not reaching 110 degrees consistently. Dish machine reaching required 120 degree temperature. 10 day verification required.
Nov 28, 2023 A 99 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM in the facility during inspection. No points taken.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. Observed employee drinking in prep area while food prep is going on.
#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 eggs cooling in the prep unit in a dish stored in another dish. Cdi. Pic removed to the cooler.
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 .
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Repeat violation
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employees working with food without a hair cover. Repeat
Sep 5, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM in the facility during inspection. This is the first inspection. No points taken.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 watermelon in the RI without dates. CDI. PIC 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 .
#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 employees working with food without a hair cover. Needs to be hank one.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PLATFORM COFFEE AND KITCHEN” or State ID 20600110749). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.