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A97.5

EVASION

4501 E INDEPENDENCE BV, Charlotte, NC 28205
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111034
Latest gradeA (97.5)
Last inspectedMar 19, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceOct 8, 2024

Score history

7085100 Oct 8, 2024: 94Jan 7, 2025: 97Apr 30, 2025: 93Oct 22, 2025: 96.5Mar 19, 2026: 97.5
Oct 8, 2024Higher is betterMar 19, 2026

Inspections & violations

Mar 19, 2026 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1
Corrected during inspection
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf Container of haters was missing shellstock tag. CDI - PIC found tag in with other tags and placed it in bin with oysters.
#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) Cooked beans in upright cooler were from 2-27. Hummus from 3-10 in small sandwich cooler. TCS RTE foods must be used or discarded within 7 days of prep. CDI - Cook discarded items. 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 .

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Oct 22, 2025 A 96.5 · 5 violations
#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 on duty during the inspection REPEAT For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed tomatoes above RTE foods in the WIC. CDI PIC corrected the storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 Sink & Surface sanitizer at the 3 comp sink at 0 ppm. CDI PIC observed that the container was empty and he changed it. The concentration adjusted to about 1800 ppm Lactic Acid. 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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#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 bottled juice and drinks stored directly on the floor in the WIC.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −1
Repeat violation
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed facility without sink and surface test strips. VR needed 11-1-25 REPEAT

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Apr 30, 2025 A 93 · 8 violations
#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 facility without a certified food protection manager onsite during inspection. Facility HAS surpassed 210 day grace period. CDI: CFPM arrived onsite at end of inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed gloves inside basin of hand sink. CDI: Items were removed REPEAT 5-202.12(C) A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water continuously for at least 15 seconds. Observed hand sink beside back door with a maximum hot water temperature of 73F. Repair.
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P. Observed cucumbers inside walk in cooler with white build up. CDI: Items were voluntarily discarded.
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1
3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf. Observed shell stock tags without last sale date recorded. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#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 shell eggs above cucumbers inside walk in cooler. CDI: Storage order was rearranged. 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
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. Observed chemicals being stored on shelving above wing sauce in office. CDI: Wing sauce was voluntarily discarded.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf. Observed salmon and shrimp thawing in water above 70F, Hot water faucet was turned on. CDI: hot water faucet was turned off.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed facility without sink and surface test strips. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.

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Jan 7, 2025 A 97 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
Repeat violation
REPEAT 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager. Facility has not surpassed 210 days since issuance of permit. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. Observed hand sink by back door reaching a maximum temperature of 58F. Repair 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hangers being stored in hand sink by dish storage. CDI: Hangers were removed. REPEAT
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
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 raw chicken being stored above raw shrimp inside lowboy. CDI: Storage order was rearranged. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf. Observed raw chicken thawing in stagnant water. CDI: water was turned on. 3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed salmon thawed out in reach in cooler with ROP packaging still intact.

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Oct 8, 2024 A 94 · 10 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager. Facility has not surpassed 210 days. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF. Observed facility unable to provide employee health policy. CDI: EHS provided employee health policy. For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf. Observed facility unable to provide written vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures. CDI: EHS provided documents. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitatio
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed scrubbing pads being stored in hand sink by back door. CDI: Item was removed.
#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 shrimp being stored above cooked lamb chops inside reach in cooler. CDI: Storage order was rearranged. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 plates, bowls, taco holders and tongs with food and other debris while being stored as clean. CDI: Items were placed 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 .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 various items throughout facility such as cut lettuce, grilled onions, boiled eggs, sliced tomatoes all without dates. VERIFICATION REQUIRED. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . 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 feta with a date of 9/11 and house-made slaw with date of 9/27. CDI: Items were 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 .
#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 spray bottle of chemical not labeled. CDI: PIC labeled item.
#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 items in squeeze bottles not labeled.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed facility without chlorine test strips for dish machine. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “EVASION” or State ID 20600111034). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.