A98.5
KARMALE CAFE
5701 EXECUTIVE CENTER DR, STE 100, Charlotte, NC 28212
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111521
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedOct 6, 2026
Inspections on record3
On record sinceJan 9, 2026
Score history
Jan 9, 2026Higher is betterOct 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 6, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility is currently also operating seven ghost kitchens. Per PIC, menus offered by ghost kitchens are what facility offers to walk-in customers as well as for call-in and online orders. Menus are as follows”
1. Yolk Theory - breakfast (all eggs fully cooked)
2. Big Chomp - cheesesteaks, quesadillas, chicken tenders, fries
3. The Grilled Cheese Spot - sandwiches
4. Patty Shack - patty melts and fries
5. Eggy’s Bagels - bagels
6. The Grilled Quesadilla Company - quesadillas
7. The Cheesesteak Daddy - cheesesteaks, fries, onion rings
Bathrooms are in the hall outside of the facility and are open to everyone in the building. Per PIC, the building custodial staff are responsible for cleaning and stocking bathrooms.
#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 chlorine sanitizer in 3-comp sink at 10ppm. CDI - PIC remade sanitizer basin, sanitizer at 100ppm.
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
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls.
Observed no seal between the back of the 3-comp sink and adjoining wall. Repair missing caulking.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.15 Mats and duckboards shall be removable and easily cleanable.
Observed flattened cardboard boxes on floor by reach-in cooler and prep sink. PIC provided education about mat requirements. PIC removed cardboard.
May 29, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: During my inspection observed that the facility acts as it’s on ghost kitchen and produces 7 different menus, which are as follows:
1) Yolk Theory - Breakfast, all eggs are fully cooked
2) Big Chomp - cheesesteaks, quesadillas, chicken tenders, fries - all frozen
3) The Grilled Cheese spot - sandwiches
4) Patty shack - patty melts and fries
5) Eggy’s Bagel - bagels
6) The Grilled Quesadilla company
7) The Cheesesteak daddy, fries and onion rings
All are food supplies they already have in their establishment, during my inspection observed has adequate space in coolers in freezers to accommodate.
Will amend the permit to reflect this addition.
**REMINDER** ONLY 3 TCS FOODS CAN BE COOLED IN THIS FACILITY, failure to comply will result in Intent to suspend during the next inspection.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
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) Observed chili in the reach cooler without a date, owner stated this was opened last Monday. CDI - Owner stated this will be discarded at the end of the day today since they are closed over the weekend. Explained that TCS foods kept for longer than 24 hours shall have a date mark. Facility does have a datemarking process.
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 .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf Observed frozen beef thawing in a cambro. Temp was at 39. Explained to the owner that this was no an acceptable method to thaw. CDI - Owner removed and placed in the reach in cooler.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
Follow-up verification required
3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the
(1) common name of the food;
(2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order;
(3) quantity of contents;
(4) name and place of business.
3-602.11 (B) (5) Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the major food allergens contained in the food -Pf. Observed the pastries which a packaged in the facility does not have ingredient or allergen labeling
Observed brownies, cake and cut watermelon in the customer area in a grab n go cooler. Explained to the owner labeling requirement. These products need to be properly labeled as stated above. A verification visits will be completed to ensure compliance within 10 days.
Jan 9, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Reminder: facility is only allowed to cool 3 TCS foods (chicken, eggs and chicken soup due to no walk in cooler) observed rice, potato salad, macaroni salad is made in house, cooked and cooled. Failure to comply may result in further permit action.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed cut greens on the prep table on ice, but temped above 41F. CDI - PIC placed back into the prep cooler. If you would like to keep out on the prep table you can utilize THPC (time rather temperature, you would need to discard after 4 hours)
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed red cutting board heavily scratched and scored. Replace
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed gaskets need to be replaced on one door low profile freezer under the fryers.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed floor tiles in front of the prep sink cracked. Replace
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “KARMALE CAFE” or State ID 20600111521). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.