A94.5
NO KNIFE CHICKEN AND WAFFLES
700 ATANDO AV, Charlotte, NC 28206
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111685
Latest gradeA (94.5)
Last inspectedSep 18, 2026
Inspections on record1
On record sinceSep 18, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 18, 2026 A 94.5 · 15 violations
Inspector comments: Made facility aware 12/28/2026 is when all non compliant items will need to be compliant.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed employee wash hands at handwashing sink and turn off manually operated faucet with bare hands without using barrier. CDI..Employee was instructed to use a barrier when turning off faucet, Employee re-washed hands correctly.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed spray bottle hanging from the splash guard of handwashing sink. CDI.. Bottle was removed
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P Observed food employee wipe soiled gloves on cloth, employee didn’t don new gloves or wash hands.CDI.. EHS educated PIC on when to discard gloves and to wash hands before donning new clean gloves.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed dished stored and clean with visible debris.CDI.. Dishes were moved to 3 comp to w/r/s
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 .
#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed previously cooked TCS food being reheated for hot holding. Food had not reached 165F before being placed in the steam table for hot holding.CDI..Employee was instructed to continue reheating food to 165F
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed several pans of food in warmer and stove below 135F.. CDI.. Items were reheated.
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
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 RTE TCS food date marked for 8 days . Facility was not counting preparation/opening as day 1, resulting in food being held beyond the 7 day window. CDI.. Had facility change dates to correct discard date.
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies throughout facility.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed food stored on floor( not including delivery items)
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed damp wiping cloth on prep table.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-903.11(B)(1) Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying. Observed clean dishes stacked wet.
#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 items stored on floor in storage shed.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturer label. -Pf Observed warewashing being conducted in 3 comp with wash water at 108F CDI. Refilled sink with fresh water at 124F
4-603.16 Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed prior to sanitizing. Observed employee rising dishes under running water rather than completely immersing dishes in rinse compartment of the 3 comp sink. CDI..Employee was instructed to completely immerse items in the designated rinse compartment of 3 comp sink.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.11 An outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material. Observed dumpster located on grass/soil rather than on a smooth, durable, nonabsorbent surface such as concrete, or asphalt.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee personal beverage cup stored above facility food. CDI.. Cup was discarded.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “NO KNIFE CHICKEN AND WAFFLES” or State ID 20600111685). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.