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A96

BOATYARD LKN

18418 STATESVILLE RD, Cornelius, NC 28031
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110827
Latest gradeA (96)
Last inspectedJul 16, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceJan 12, 2024

Score history

7085100 Jan 12, 2024: 99Jun 18, 2024: 96.5Oct 31, 2024: 96.5Feb 7, 2025: 98.5Jun 4, 2025: 97Sep 25, 2025: 97.5Dec 18, 2025: 94Apr 30, 2026: 97Jul 16, 2026: 96
Jan 12, 2024Higher is betterJul 16, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 16, 2026 A 96 · 8 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed a box of raw ground beef stored above a tub of cooked chicken wings. CDI - Items were placed in the correct order. No increase in points due to overall improvement from previous inspection.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Follow-up verification required
3-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed 45-48 degree food products in both prep coolers. Ambient temperatures were above 41 degrees. EHS placed both coolers on temporary TPHC until coolers are repaired. All food products were removed from 41 degrees or lower at 4:00 today.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed an open pan of hot dogs missing a date mark. CDI - Item was dated for the day it was opened.
#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 a few chemicals stored above aluminum foil in the storage room outside. CDI - Items were moved to the correct order.
#38 · Insects & 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 kitchen.
#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 one box of food on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens 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 both hand sinks splashing onto clean dishes. EHS recommends installing splash guards for both kitchen hand sinks.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leaking condensation on the inside of the main prep cooler.

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Apr 30, 2026 A 97 · 7 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
2-401.11 (A). Employee beverages must be stored in a designated area where contamination of food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, and single-use articles cannot occur. Observed two employee drinks stored on shelves above prep coolers and prep surfaces.
#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 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed raw eggs stored above chili and other ready-to-eat items. CDI - Eggs were placed on bottom shelf. Observed unwashed vegetables stored above ready-to-eat packaged vegetables.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed 10ppm chlorine in the dish machine. CDI - Machine was primed and began to sanitize at the appropriate concentration. Ecolab was called to come inspect the lines. Improvements made from previous inspection due to 3-compartment sink sanitizing.
#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 one bin of sugar without a label.
#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 Mayonnaise stored on the floor next to a hand wash sink. EHS observed splashing onto the boxes while washing hands.
#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.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. Observed non-shatter proof bulbs in the heat lamp.

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Dec 18, 2025 A 94 · 10 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed missing soap for the back kitchen hand sink. CDI - Manager provided during inspection. Improvements on hand sink supplies made from previous inspection.
#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 0ppm chlorine in the dish machine and 0ppm Sink and Surface sanitizer in the 3-compartment sink. Sink and Surface sanitizer container was replaced. Dish machine was primed.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed missing date marks for cooked wings, pico de gallo, blanched fries, beer cheese and queso in the walk-in cooler. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. CDI - Manager labeled during inspection. Improvements on chemical storage and labeling from previous inspection.
#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 one employee preparing food without a hair restraint.
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed an avocado in the prep cooler with a sticker still attached.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 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 paper towels in an outdoor storage unit with the door open while raining outside.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. 4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. 4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a chipping hand-held juicer. Observed rusting shelves in the walk-in cooler and the outdoor single-service storage unit. Observed missing handles for all prep coolers in the kitchen. Observed a small leak in the corner of the ice machine. Observed a leaking walk-in freezer compressor and a large amount of ice building up behind the door. Observed a “household use only” Hamilton Beach blender.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Repeat violation
REPEAT 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed a missing dumpster drain plug. No points taken due to managers purchasing one that was the wrong size.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 chipping and pitting on the floor around the drains.

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Sep 25, 2025 A 97.5 · 10 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
2-401.11 (A). Employee beverages must be stored in a designated area where contamination of food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, and single-use articles cannot occur. Observed two employees water bottles stored on prep tables.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed a sanitizer bucket stored inside of a handwashing sink. Observed missing handwashing sign in the women’s bathroom. Observed missing soap and paper towels for the bar hand sink. CDI - Sanitizer bucket was removed. Manager provided paper towels and soap for the bar.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. Observed glass cleaner spray cans stored above a tub of food. CDI - Spray bottle was labeled and glass cleaner was moved to the bottom shelf.
#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 one box of food on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Observed juice bottles stored inside of an ice compartment in the bar. Manager stated that the ice is used to serve customers. A metal cage has previously been purchased to hold the bottles but ice slips through.
#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 employee preparing food while wearing a bracelet.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 paper towels stored in a shelf outside less than 6 inches from the ground.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed rusting storage shelves outside for single-service items. Observed a leak coming from the bottom of the ice machine.
#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 4-603.12 Food debris on equipment and utensils shall be manually scraped before washing, or removed in the warewashing machine with a prewash cycle. Observed missing chlorine test strips for the dish machine. CDI - General Manager ordered test strips during inspection and provided proof of purchase. Observed a large sticker on the side of a pan stored as clean.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Corrected during inspection
5-202.14 Prevent backflow or back siphonage prevention devices installed shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering standards. -P Observed an active water hose connected to a ASSE-1019C backflow prevention device on the mop sink faucet that is not rated for continuous pressure. CDI - Water was turned off.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed open dumpster and grease bin doors and a missing drain plug.

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Jun 4, 2025 A 97 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no soap at two kitchen hand sinks. CDI: PIC provided soap.
#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 immersion blender and mixer cups stored as clean soiled with food waste. CDI: Sent to be W/R/S. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gasket torn on 2-door reach-in cooler.

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Feb 7, 2025 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 can opener, knives, and white plastic bottles stored as clean soiled with food waste. CDI: Sent to be W/R/S.

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Oct 31, 2024 A 96.5 · 6 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. Observed handwashing sink near three compartment sink unable to reach water temperature of 100F. A sustained 90F water temperature was recorded. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing signage in female restroom. CDI - Handwashing signage was provided. -1 point-
#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 raw beef stored behind ready to eat cheese in refrigerated drawer. CDI - Storage order was corrected with raw items stored at front of refrigerated drawer and ready to eat items in rear. -0 points- For more information on food storage order 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 no date mark for cooked peppers and onions in refrigerated drawer. CDI - PIC added date mark to cooked peppers and onions. 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 containers of ranch dressing with a date mark of 10/19, blue cheese dressing with a date mark of 10/12, and Caesar dressing with a date mark of 10/10 in reach in cooler. CDI - Items were discarded. -1.5 points- 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 .
#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 two unlabeled spray bottles with unknown contents. CDI - PIC identified contents to be degreaser and sanitizer. PIC labeled spray bottles with name of contents. -0 points-
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead roach on floor in kitchen. -0 points-
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
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 employees storing personal drinks buried in ice found inside ice machine. CDI - Employee drinks were removed. -1 point-

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Jun 18, 2024 A 96.5 · 9 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-201.11(E) Ensure food employees report illnesses, symptoms and exposure. -Pf Observed outdated employee health policy on file at time of inspection- EH policy does not list "big 6" illnesses. CDI: Education provided and EHS provided copy of new EH policy via email.
#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 can opener stored as clean soiled with food waste. CDI: Sent to be W/R/S. Observed a few insert pans stored as clean soiled with stickers/sticker residue. CDI: Sent to be W/R/S. 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed low QAC sanitizer levels at three compartment sink- 0ppm. PIC attempted to change container of sanitizer solution and prime but unsuccessful. CDI: PIC placed service repair order during inspection and facility to make solution by hand until repaired (150ppm-400ppm).
#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 various TCS foods being held above 41F in salad make table. Product prepared between 3-5 days prior. Ambient temperature of unit 45F. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded product and placed service repair order during inspection.
#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 spray bottle of bathroom cleaner stored above metal trays used as serving dishes. CDI: Chemical bottle relocated.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 bulk container of sugar with no label. CDI: PIC labeled. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed a few metal insert pans wet stacked.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed salad make table unable to maintain TCS foods at or below 41F. See violation #22 for more details.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no QAC test strips in facility at time of inspection. EHS will return within 10 days to verify facility obtained test strips. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#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 heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed slight buildup on fan covers in walk-in cooler. Observed several gaskets throughout kitchen soiled with food waste. REPEAT VIOLATION.

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Jan 12, 2024 A 99 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC is not food safety certified. No point deduction as permit is within 210 days of issuance. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
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 working containers of dry food, oils.
#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 residue build-up on reach-in cooler gaskets, cooler doors, and inside coolers.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BOATYARD LKN” or State ID 20600110827). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.