A97
PAPER DOLL LOUNGE
3221 WILKINSON BV, Charlotte, NC 28208
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110912
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedJun 17, 2026
Inspections on record4
On record sinceApr 9, 2024
Score history
Apr 9, 2024Higher is betterJun 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 17, 2026 A 97 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Dish washing isn't in-use must be repair, replace, or removed.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM present at time of inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 black and pink build up on inside ice machine panel. Increase frequency of cleaning unit.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed three secondary spray bottles without any form of identification in storage room. CDI - PIC labeled bottles soap water, and sanitizer the third liquid was voluntarily discarded which could not be identified.
Dec 17, 2025 A 97.5 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: EHS explained to PIC/staff that any items used for food must follow the proper W/R/S procedure and items should be washed at 3-comp sink. EHS educated PIC/staff on making bleach sanitizer for 3-comp sink and secondary spray bottles.
Dish washer and low boy cooler are to be removed since they are no longer functional and PIC has no plans to repair items.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM present at time of inspection. -1-
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no hand washing sign in male restroom. CDI - EHS provided signage.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed two secondary spray bottles without any form of identification. CDI - PIC labeled both bottles "Bleach Sanitizer"
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no test kit for measuring sanitizer concentration. CDI - EHS gave out bleach sanitizing test kit.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covering for single waste bin in female restroom. PIC will obtain a covered waste bin.
Dec 5, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: When speaking with PIC about W/R/S procedures, PIC stated that 3-comp sink was not in use and that facility was using dish machine in back. EHS observed non-commercial dish machine that does not provide a sanitizing step. PIC stated that the only items that they use for food is a pizza cutter. EHS explained to PIC that any items used for food must follow the proper W/R/S protocol and items should be washed at 3-comp sink. EHS educated PIC on making bleach sanitizer at 3-comp sink and provided PIC with test strips.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM present at time of inspection. -1-
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf- Observed no test strips for chlorine sanitizer at 3-comp sink. -CDI- EHS provided PIC with test strips. -0-
Apr 9, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 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. Permit is within 210 days of issuance. No point deduction.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf .
PIC did not provide a food thermometer. VR required within 10 days.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PAPER DOLL LOUNGE” or State ID 20600110912). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.