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A98.5

MCDONALDS #41038

2845 SONOMA VALLEY DR, Charlotte, NC 28214
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111181
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedJul 15, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceDec 30, 2024

Score history

7085100 Dec 30, 2024: 97.5Mar 31, 2025: 98.5Aug 21, 2025: 98.5Jan 7, 2026: 98.5Jul 15, 2026: 98.5
Dec 30, 2024Higher is betterJul 15, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 15, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 several metal stirring spoons stored clean near coffee machine with food debris and build up. CDI - PIC moved entire cup of metal spoons to 3-comp-sink to be W/R/S and allowed to air dry properly. 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 .
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-603.16 Rinsing Procedures. Observed employee using rinse compartment for manual warewashing instead of rinsing. CDI - PIC moved items back to wash compartment and cleaned away soapy water from rinse compartment.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
Corrected during inspection
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 food debris and build up on several orange plastic containers on storage shelf. CDI - PIC moved items to 3-comp-sink to be W/S/R and allowed to air dried properly.

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Jan 7, 2026 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 stored among open pasteurized egg cartons in cold drawer. CDI - PIC moved pasteurized egg cartons to another cold drawer and WIC. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

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Aug 21, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed two hand washing sinks with clear chemical bottles installed each with different colors (greenish, yellowish) and no labels or instructions on the bottles. EHS observed evidence of bottles being used since bottles were half full. Chemicals were odorless and didn't seem to foam or clean hands. PIC and staff were not aware of chemicals. PIC stated they only use wall mounted foaming hand soap dispenser from ECOLAB. PIC discarded both bottles and chemicals.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed hand washing sink without paper towels in dispenser. CDI - PIC obtain roll of paper towels. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed evidence of food being discarded at hand washing sink near cooking area. Pieces of pickles/eggs were clearly visible inside sink. CDI - PIC cleaned removed food from hand washing sink.
#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 throughout kitchen. Repair pest control device.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed one out off three pest control devices not functioning. PIC will place work order. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed moderate frost and ice build up in WIF on A/C unit, floors, and walls.

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Mar 31, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 bleach sanitizer below 50PPM after four test wash cycles. PIC tested solution and results were same with EHS test strips. PIC stated dish washer machine has had known issue but were currently still using it as to sanitizer utensils and equipment. CDI - EHS will return within 10 days to verify dish washer machine has been repair by ECOLAB. Facility is currently, using 3-comp-sink with quaternary sanitizer and proper test strips. Dish washer has a NO USE posted in English/Spanish. 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
#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. Observed open boxes of single service to-go containers stored directly on the floor. CDI - PIC moved boxes off the floor.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine not dispensing sanitizer at proper concentration. PIC stated dish washer machine has had known issue but were currently still using it as to sanitizer utensils and equipment. CDI - EHS will return within 10 days to verify dish machine has been repair by ECOLAB. Facility is currently, using 3-comp-sink with quaternary sanitizer and proper test strips. Dish washer machine has a "NO USE" posted in English/Spanish.

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Dec 30, 2024 A 97.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Utility closest/can wash needs to have a light.
#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 tray of pre-sliced tomatoes in low boy cooler between 47F-52F. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded tray of pre-sliced tomatoes. 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 −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed secondary spray bottle housing blue liquid without any identification. CDI - PIC placed label on secondary spray bottle (glass cleaner).
#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 food employees in kitchen without any form of hair covering.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCDONALDS #41038” or State ID 20600111181). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.