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A98

STARBUCKS # 77718

1901 N TRYON ST, Charlotte, NC 28206
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111071
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedAug 12, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceAug 12, 2024

Score history

7085100 Aug 12, 2024: 99Jan 15, 2025: 98.5Jul 9, 2025: 99Mar 20, 2026: 98Aug 12, 2026: 98
Aug 12, 2024Higher is betterAug 12, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 12, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed breakfast sandwiches held on prep counter during rush. No cold holding violations observed during inspection. Continue to ensure that all TCS foods are maintained cold until being removed for prep and service.
#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 mugs stored on rack as clean, not clean to sight or touch. One mug was stored as clean with oatmeal debris present. CDI- PIC removed items to be w/r/s. 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 .
#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 heavy dust accumulation on frontline shelf/rack holding multi-use mugs and plates. Increase cleaning frequency.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed drain plug not in place for cardboard receptacle. *REPEAT*

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Mar 20, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: EHS advised PIC on how to obtain health inspections via public platform.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P. Observed food employee contact trash can due to pushing down garbage, return to prepping food without washing hands. Observed food employee pick up pen from ground, returning to handling clean equipment and single use items without washing hands. CDI- EHS discussed with PIC, PIC had food employees stop tasks and wash hands before returning. EHS recommends glove use for when handling TCS foods.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair throughout establishment on low reach-ins and 2-door standing reach-in. PIC had gaskets onsite for repair.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed toilet in restroom unable to properly flush due to sensor button jammed. “Closed” signage on door prior to inspection. PIC has work order in place.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed drain plug not in place for cardboard receptacle.

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Jul 9, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation
#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 debris in handwashing sink. CDI..Sink was cleaned out.

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Jan 15, 2025 A 98.5 · 5 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 (C ) (2), (3), (17) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to employee health process and procedures. -Pf. OBSERVED FACILITY has an incomplete employee health policy. PIC was provided with a completed version. And education provided on the changes.
#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 all the items in one of the RI coolers to be completely out of temp. Unit temperature was 55F. CDI. Unit was pulled from the back and discovered it was unplugged. Unit plugged and temperatures started to drop to 33F. 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 .
#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 containers of chemicals stored directly by clean dishes. CDI. PIC removed.
#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 in use wet wiping cloth stored in solution at 5ppm quart. CDI. PIC replaced the solution to 200pmm quart.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed one of the RI unable to hold temp. CDI. Unit was discovered to be unplugged. Unit plugged back up[ and temp started to drop.

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Aug 12, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. OBSERVED one of the hand sinks at the back without soap. CDI. PIC provided soap. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed hand washing sink at the back with no paper towel. CDI. PIC added some. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no hand signs at hand sink. CDI. PIC was provided some.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed unisex restrooms with no covered bins.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “STARBUCKS # 77718” or State ID 20600111071). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.