A97
SONESTA ES SUITES ARROWOOD
7925 FOREST PINE DR, Charlotte, NC 28273
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111357
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedJul 11, 2025
Inspections on record1
On record sinceJul 11, 2025
Inspections & violations
Jul 11, 2025 A 97 · 8 violations
Inspector comments: EHS provided TPHC form if needed to implement instead of holding items cold in ice well. PIC stated facility will continue to cold hold but increase monitoring to
ensure foods stay under 41F.
The following non-compliant items remain:
1)REPLACE LIGHT BULB ABOVE 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER
2)REPAIR/REPLACE TILES UNDER 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER AND IN FRONT OF FREEZER
3)SEAL AND PAINT CEILING ABOVE 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER
4)REPAIR/REAPLCE LIGHT BULB IN SELF SERVICE AREA
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM during inspection. Facility is still within 180 days of transitional period. No points deducted. (0)
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF Observed no training or documents of employee health agreement available during inspection. CDI - EHS reviewed health policy with food employees and food employees signed reporting agreement to keep on site for next inspection. (0)
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 soy milk, whole milk cartons, and cream cheese containers stored in ice well above 41F. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded items since breakfast was ending. (1.5)
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
7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Observed pesticides designed for home use stored in facility. CDI - PIC removed pesticide. (1)
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-602.11(C) Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing shall be prominently labeled in plain view with the manufacturer label provided with the food, or another method of identification that includes the information in 3-602.11 (B)(1), (2), and (6). Observed cereal for self service without available nutritional facts and ingredients. (0)
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed food employee preparing food without head covering. (0.5)
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed tiles broken under 2-door reach in freezer, light in disrepair above 2-door reach in freezer, and ceiling needing to be resurfaced and sealed due to damage and visual peeling of paint. (0)
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee personal belongings stored at hand sink. CDI - PIC moved personal belongings to a designated area. (0)
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SONESTA ES SUITES ARROWOOD” or State ID 20600111357). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.