A97.5
SABOR LATIN STREET GRILL
3205 N. DAVIDSON ST. UNIT 105, Charlotte, NC 28205
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111603
Latest gradeA (97.5)
Last inspectedJul 29, 2026
Inspections on record2
On record sinceApr 15, 2026
Score history
Apr 15, 2026Higher is betterJul 29, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 29, 2026 A 97.5 · 6 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed corn, shredded cheese holding above 41F. Corn moved to freezer, cheese temperature dropped when drawer was sealed. Ambient in corner of RIC was holding at 44. PIC stated that they would have RIC looked at. Other portions and food in RIC were holding 41F and below. Repeat
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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed chicken cooling in a deep well, container with lid fastened not cooling at a rate to achieve 41F in 6 hours. CDI lid was removed to facilitate rapid cooling.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Repeat violation
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies throughout facility. Repeat, no escalation in points as other violation was resolved.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed some wet stacking of metal containers.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 to go containers stored facing up with no protection or cover.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed spatula and knives with fibers and chips. Replace.
Apr 15, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Elote observed cooling upon arrival with sticker stating item began at 11:54. In discussion with PIC and food employee item had just completed cooking 15-20 minutes prior to EHS arrival. EHS first temperature was at 11:58 and second at 12:13. Through discussion and log (time and date sticker) starting time was determined. Item was required to decrease 36 degrees in 100 minutes. This requires a rate of .36. Item was being cooled in WIC with good airflow, in a metal open pan. It is determined that with these observations and calculation that item would reach 70 within the 100 minutes left. Temperature taken 50 minutes later, item was 67F, moving into second cooling window.
#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 black beans and elote holding above 41F. CDI PIC discarded and placed new item in unit.
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Corrected during inspection
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fly around self serve salsa bar.
6-501.115 Live animals may not be allowed on the premises of a food establishment unless otherwise allowed in the NC Food Code per 6-501.115 (B) and (C ). -Pf Observed customer repeatedly come into establishment carrying dog to refill drink. Customer was not addressed or requested to keep non- ADA service animal out of facility. CDI Customer stated animal was not ADA service animal and it was explained only ADA service animals were allowed within premises. PIC provided service at outside table for customer.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SABOR LATIN STREET GRILL” or State ID 20600111603). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.