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A98

SKY ZONE

10200 CENTRUM PY, Pineville, NC 28134
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060018044
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedApr 30, 2026
Inspections on record21
On record sinceOct 3, 2014

Score history

7085100 Oct 3, 2014: 98.5Mar 12, 2015: 99.5Nov 18, 2015: 96.5Jun 24, 2016: 98Dec 12, 2016: 98Jun 30, 2017: 99.5Dec 28, 2017: 97Oct 12, 2018: 99Jun 14, 2019: 98.5Dec 22, 2020: 97Mar 26, 2021: 98.5Oct 21, 2021: 100Apr 1, 2022: 98.5Dec 29, 2022: 100Apr 18, 2023: 99Nov 13, 2023: 99.5Jun 13, 2024: 98.5Dec 5, 2024: 99Apr 30, 2025: 99.5Oct 31, 2025: 99Apr 30, 2026: 98
Oct 3, 2014Higher is betterApr 30, 2026

Inspections & violations

Apr 30, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Establishment RIF containing only corn dogs and non-TCS foods. No other TCS food temps available for observation. EHS advised the PIC that pizza oven desired by owners will require a commercial, type 1 ventilation hood. Do not proceed before obtaining EHS and Fire Marshall approval.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT. 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM onsite. (-1)
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed food splatter inside microwave not yet used today. CDI- PIC cleans and sanitizes inside of microwave. (-0)
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
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 large quantity of coated metal twist-fasteners attached to wall mounted rack above 3 comp sink, impeding its ability to be cleaned. EHS advised PIC to remove twist ties and provide alternate storage. (-0.5)
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed missing lid from trash can in women’s restroom. Provide lidded can at earliest opportunity. (-0.5)

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Oct 31, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: -No TCS foods onsite with exception of frozen corn dogs. Pizza is at times ordered and held hot in hotboxes, but not observed during today’s inspection. Inspection accompanied by trainee, Isabel Self.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM onsite during inspection. (-1) 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 outdated version of EHP and reporting agreement without both types of salmonella. CDI- EHS provided updated version. Form here: https://mecknc.widen.net/s/ftrdv7k6rd/food-employee-reporting-agreement (-0) For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

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Apr 30, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Facility orders pizza from Hungry Howies upon patron request and is served immediately. Facility serves corn dogs upon request for immediate service. Facility does not have any other TCS food items.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed waste bins in female and family restrooms without lids. Provide a trash can with a lid.

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Dec 5, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified PIC on site during inspection. Repeat. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate
Corrected during inspection
4-203.11(B) Food thermometers shall be accurate to +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.-Pf - Observed small probe thermometer not turning on due to dead battery. CDI, battery replaced during inspection. For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI

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Jun 13, 2024 A 98.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Observed no pizza held on-site at time of inspection. PIC stated facility still receives pizza which is portioned and served on weekends.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. - Observed PIC not certified. CDI by instruction. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. -P - Observed food employee handle money such as credit card at register, pick up soiled item off ground then proceed to handle clean single-service articles without washing hands after changing tasks. CDI, employee washed hands.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - Observed quant sanitizer at 3 compartment sink testing greater than 400ppm. Facility not actively washing equipment at time of testing. CDI, sanitizer diluted to required concentration.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed slight leak at sanitizing vat at 3 compartment sink drain stopper.

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Nov 13, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Observed no pizza delivered while on-site. Facility still receives pizza pre-cooked and delivered for portioning out per PIC.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insects above lighting in kitchen.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Family restroom missing covered receptacle.

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Apr 18, 2023 A 99 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed no certified food protection manager having completed an ANIS accredited food protection course present during the time of the inspection.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed chemicals placed in secondary chemical spray bottles without identification. Ensure that chemicals placed in secondary containers are labeled with the common name. CDI- Labeled during the inspection.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gasket channel with a tear. Replace as needed.

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Dec 29, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Apr 1, 2022 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed PIC with expired CFPM.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed facility’s test strips unable to detect proper quat sanitizer concentration. Test strips expiration date on canister read 3/2019. Facility unable to provide test kit during inspection. 10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED.

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Oct 21, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Mar 26, 2021 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed sanitizer in 3-comp sink to have a low concentration of less than 50ppm. CDI-sanitizer was reapplied and concentration was at 200ppm.

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Dec 22, 2020 A 97 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −3
Repeat violation
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. REPEAT. Observed black buildup inside ice machine.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed thin probe thermometer out of battery. VR to be done by 1/1/21. No signature needed due to COVID-19 guidelines.

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Jun 14, 2019 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11(E)(4) Equipment such as ice bins shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Interior of ice machine soiled. Clean at ba frequent basis to prevent build-up.

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Oct 12, 2018 A 99 · 1 violation
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Corrected during inspection
6-501.115 - Live animals may not be allowed on the PREMISES of a Food Establishment. Live dog in prep area of kitchen. CDI- Dog moved to office. LIVE ANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN AREAS OF FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS WHERE POTENTIAL CONTANIMATION OF FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS CAN OCCUR.

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Dec 28, 2017 A 97 · 3 violations
#19 · 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 pizza hot held at 113 degrees F in display case.cdi, operator reheated to required temperature.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
6-501.115 - Live animals may not be allowed on the PREMISES of a Food Establishment. Observed live dog behind front counter near exposed single-service articles and in physical contact with food employee. Verification return to ensure live animals not present and contamination of food employees and possible food equipment is prevented by 1/7/17. 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P - Observed bottle of bleach and chlorox urin removal stored over socks and washing equipment. CDI, operator relocated items for proper storage.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed wet cloth stored on shelf next to spray bottles. Observed 3 spray bottles of sanitizer below 200ppm.

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Jun 30, 2017 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.- Observed beverage dumped in handwashing sink behind front counter. Ensure that handwashing sinks used only for handwashing and not as a dump sink. CDI, by instruction.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor.Observed clean napkins and single-service towels stored on storage rack below duster. Ensure clean equipment and single-service articles are stored in a clean, dry area and soiled cleaning supplies not over them
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices - PF - Ensure facility has accurate test strips for sanitizer. Observed quat test strips not accurate and expired in '15. Operator purchased test strips while on-site. Verification that facility has proper test strips on-site.

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Dec 12, 2016 A 98 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-101.11 PICK shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF - Observed no certified PICK on site present upon arrival. Certified PICK arrived after inspection started. CID by instruction.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Separation-Storage - P - Store toxic substances so that contamination of equipment is prevented. Observed detergent and strain remove stored over washing machine and clean linens. CID, chemicals relocated for proper storage.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
54-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C - Keep equipment in good calibration. Observed sanitizer low at 3 compartent sink. CDI, operator refilled sanitizer at 3 compartment sink.

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Jun 24, 2016 A 98 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified PIC on site during inspection.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination - C - Observed food ingredient packages and pretzel in packages stored on soiled drainboard of 3 compartment sink. Provide at least 12 inches of space or install splash guard at handwashing sink. Observed ice cream freezer stored next to handwashing sink behind front counter.

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Nov 18, 2015 A 96.5 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager - C - At least one person in a managerial capacity shall be an ANSI accredited certified food protection manager. Observed no certified manager on-site with certification. CDI by instruction.
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco - C - Employees may drink from a closed beverage container. Observed staff drinking from an uncovered beverage.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation - P - Food shall be stored in wrappings, packages, or covered containers. Observed drink pitchers covered on reach in refrigerator, uncovered / unprotected. CDI, operator covered drink pitchers.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency - Ice machines shall be cleaned according to manufacturers recommendations or at least enough to prevent an accumulation of soil. Observed pink soil residue accumulating on ice machine shield. Clean.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Separation-Storage - P - Store toxic substances so that contamination of equipment is prevented. Observed toxic cleaners stored over drainboard of 3 compartment sinks. CDI, chemicals relocated for proper storage.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-903.11 (A), (B) and (D) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing - C - Invert clean equipment after cleaning. Observed pitchers not inverted below prep table.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11 Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers - C - Provide a designated area for employee belongings. Observed employee food stored over food for customers in reach in freezer.

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Mar 12, 2015 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. - PIC did not have certification. Facility has 210 days from permit date to get certified.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - Observed build up on water fountain mouth part.

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Oct 3, 2014 A 98.5 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PICs did not have ANSI certificates today. Facility has 210 days from when their permit was issued until points are deducted.
#2 · Management and food employee knowledge, and conditional employee; responsibilities and reporting.
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(M) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF The operators were not familiar with the employee health policy. CDI- employee health policy provided today.
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee beverage stored in a beverage cooler over bottled beverages. CDI by relocating beverage to the bottom shelf of a storage rack.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed 4 party rooms with handsinks in them for employee use. Four handwashing signs have been provided today.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed facility only had a candy thermometer with a minimum temperature of 100F on the dial. CDI- the operator ordered a digital thin stemmed thermometer online during the inspection.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SKY ZONE” or State ID 2060018044). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.