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A99

MIDDLE C JAZZ

300 SOUTH BREVARD AVE, Charlotte, NC 28202
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111162
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedAug 19, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceDec 18, 2024

Score history

7085100 Dec 18, 2024: 91.5Jun 25, 2025: 98.5Oct 7, 2025: 98.5Feb 5, 2026: 98Aug 19, 2026: 99
Dec 18, 2024Higher is betterAug 19, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 19, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 standing fan in need of cleaning. Observed dry storage shelving in need of cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed vents above dish pit and dishes in need of cleaning.

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Feb 5, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Note: Facility gets food from Dressler's to serve to patrons for catered events only. Food that is brought in is not prepared/ plated by employees at Middle C Jazz in any way. Food comes from Dressler’s prepared and plated. Food is served to customers directly from the Dressler’s facility. Dressler’s is listed on catering menu for the items they prepare so that customers are aware that the food is coming from Dressler’s. EHS checked catering menu.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Follow-up verification required
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 salami, chipmunks and chicken with preparation date 1/30 and use by date 2/7. CDI- Use by date corrected to 2/5 for all 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 .
#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 can of WD-40 stored with food. CDI- Removed.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed phone and speaker stored on shelf with dry storage items.

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Oct 7, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: When EHS came in facility was getting ready for a very large event. Facility has approximately 10 trays of beef crostini's made and held out on the prep tables. Employee had begun preparing them 2 hours prior. Employee had several more to make for the night. EHS recommended placing the trays in the walk in cooler after each is completed. All trays moved to the walk in cooler. EHS recommends purchasing an additional speed rack to move the amounts into the walk in efficiently. Facility has several other appetizer items, filling all reach in coolers and the walk in. All temperatures were 41F and below. Walk in cooler was set at 35F. Beef crostini's quickly began to cool.
#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 fluur, panko/ bread crumb bins without labels.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee items stored with customer items in dry storage area.

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Jun 25, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: EHS spoke with manager to discuss menu and food preparation processes. Facility no longer has any raw meats. All meats come in pre-cooked. No Meats served raw or undercooked. Facility is currently cooking food items to order.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed raw beef and ham stored together. CDI- Ham chub removed and stored in another container. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 fan in need of cleaning.

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Dec 18, 2024 A 91.5 · 13 violations
Inspector comments: Observed a ventless oven used in facility for reheating foods, plus cooking chicken breast and shrimp. Facility will discontinue and go to a prep cooked item. Ovens used for flatbreads will have ingredients that are precooked.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observation: EHS observed there was no certified food protection manager present during the inspection. PIC stated someone on staff is certified, just not present during the inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager 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 Observation: EHS observed that the facility does not have a written vomit and diarrheal plan. CDI: EHS provided the facility with a written plan. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (E) Wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. -P Observation: EHS observed a food employee go from working with dirty dishes to handling clean dishes with a glove change between tasks but no hand wash. CDI: Food employee was asked to wash their hands between working with dirty dishes and clean dishes.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observation: EHS observed unwashed vegetables stored above RTE short ribs. CDI: PIC corrected 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
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observation: EHS observed build-up in the ice machine.
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P Observation: EHS observed a final cook temperature for shrimp at 130F. Food employee stated the shrimp was done cooking. CDI: EHS educated food employee on proper cooking temperatures and the item was placed back into the oven to cook to 145F.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observation: EHS observed roasted potatoes in the WIC that temped at 43F. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded the roasted potatoes. 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 −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 Observation: EHS observed several food items that were prepared and held for more than 24hrs that were not date marked. CDI: Items where the preparation date could be verified were labeled, items that could not be verified were voluntarily discarded. 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 Observation: EHS observed that a few items were pasted the 7-day window for keeping TCS foods. CDI: Those 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 .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods
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 Observation: EHS observed a consumer advisory on the menu. PIC stated no menu items are undercooked. EHS advised PIC to remove the disclosure and reminder as it is not needed. 10-DAY VR
#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. Observation: EHS observed a bag of onions stored on the floor in the kitchen. CDI: PIC relocated the bag of onions at least 6 inches off the floor.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observation: EHS observed metal bins and plastic bins stacked wet in clean dish storage. CDI: EHS provided education and the items were moved to dish pit to be W/R/S
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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. Observation: EHS observed a box of metal pans stored on the floor in the kitchen. CDI: Item was relocated and stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observation: EHS observed dust-up up on the walls and ceiling in the kitchen.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MIDDLE C JAZZ” or State ID 20600111162). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.