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A99

MCDONALDS #3575

2518 BEATTIES FORD RD, Charlotte, NC 28269
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060019394
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 21, 2026
Inspections on record15
On record sinceDec 28, 2018

Score history

7085100 Dec 28, 2018: 95Jun 14, 2019: 98Mar 2, 2020: 94.5Mar 4, 2021: 98.5Aug 25, 2021: 97Feb 1, 2022: 96.5Aug 18, 2022: 95.5Apr 11, 2023: 94Jul 25, 2023: 96.5Jan 8, 2024: 98Oct 14, 2024: 94Jun 9, 2025: 96Aug 20, 2025: 96Jan 21, 2026: 97Sep 21, 2026: 99
Dec 28, 2018Higher is betterSep 21, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 21, 2026 A 99 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed pink/debris build up inside ice machine white panel. PIC will have machine cleaned
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed container chemical tablets stored on top of coffee machine/beverage machine. CDI - PIC moved items off machine.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Corrected during inspection
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed several pieces of litter and debris on floors behind coffee station and beverage area. CDI - PIC instructed employee to clean behind equipment and counter.

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Jan 21, 2026 A 97 · 6 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw bacon stored directly on top and over shredded lettuce and shredded cheese in RIC. CDI - PIC rearranged storage order and education staff on where to place raw bacon. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#40 · Personal cleanliness
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed three employees handling food without any head coverings. CDI -PIC gave out hats.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
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 several plastic food containers wet stacked on storage shelf near 3-comp-sink and hand washing sink. CDI - PIC moved items back to 3-comp-sink to be W/R/S and placed in air drying position.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged plastic hand held onion dispenser and plastic food containers on storage rack. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed counter of beverage machine pool liquid and in lower portion of cabinet. CDI - PIC instructed employee to clean the machine.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed personal food stored in low boy cooler with restaurant food. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food.

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Aug 20, 2025 A 96 · 6 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed open bags of raw breaded fish co-mingled with open bags raw chicken nuggets in RIF. CDI - PIC corrected storage order of bags. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed back door with gaps exposing visible light coming through top and side portions of the door. 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies and nats throughout kitchen and dining room area. Increase frequency of pest control and cleaning of floor drains.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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 four boxes of single service containers stored on the floor in employee break room. CDI - PIC boxes were removed off the floor.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed walk in freezer with heavy ice and frost build up on A/C unit, also on the floor and wall. PIC will place work order.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed floors with litter and pieces of equipment behind hard to reach areas. Increase frequency of cleaning of floors especially around hard to reach areas.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed personal food stored in low boy cooler underneath pancakes. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded personal food.

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Jun 9, 2025 A 96 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Food should not stored underneath leaking A/C unit in WIF.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed in RIF cabinet open bags of raw breaded chicken stored over and co-mingled open bags of raw fish. CDI - PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed under counter ice box with food splash and ice box with no cover.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed bread buns being stored underneath A/C unit in walk in freezer where heavy ice has been building up on unit, floors and walls. CDI - PIC moved boxes of food away from A/C unit to prevent contamination of food.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed walk in freezer with heavy ice and frost build up on A/C unit, also on the floor and wall. PIC had to move bread from underneath A/C unit to prevent contamination.

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Oct 14, 2024 A 94 · 12 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed hand washing sink without any paper towels near register. Observed two other hand washing sink where paper towels were not coming out. CDI - PIC was able to provide paper towels and had a maintenance employee come and fix dispensing machines 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed blue beverage disposed in hand washing near coffee station. CDI - PIC cleaned and washing sink and spoke with employee about dumping into hand washing sink.
#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 container of sausage gravy from approximately 10:30AM-11:00AM cold holding in reach in cooler at 57*F. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container of sausage gravy. 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 .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P Observed sliced tomatoes above prep unit with a discard time stamp of 12:32PM 10/14/24. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container of tomatoes.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen area.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed open boxes of food being stored underneath A/C unit in walk in freezer where heavy ice has been building up on unit, floors and walls. CDI - PIC moved boxes of food away from A/C unit to prevent contamination of food.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Repeat violation
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee handling food with multiple rings and bracelets on. 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed three employees without any form of hair covering and no beard guard preparing food.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed in-use metal ice scoop submerged in ice inside ice container. CDI - PIC removed ice scoop.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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 single use cups and happy meal boxes stored directly on the floor in the dry storage area and office room. CDI. PIC placed boxes of shelving.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed walk in freezer with heavy ice and frost build on A/C unit, also on the floor and wall. PIC had to move open boxes from underneath A/C unit to prevent contamination.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed large sized oven broken in garbage enclosure that needs to be removed.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed overall general cleaning needed around hard to reach areas of cooking and kitchen equipment. Several cups, napkins, and single use condiments on the floor behind and underneath cooking equipment.
#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 personal two jacks stored on top of open single service boxes near coffee station and personal phone stored on top of prep unit. CDI - PIC moved items to employee lounge area.

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Jan 8, 2024 A 98 · 7 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no written procedures for cleaning vomit/diarrheal events. CDI-EHS provided an approved plan to PIC.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed a bucket of food stored directly on the floor in the WI. CDI. PIC removed.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Repeat violation
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working on food prep line without beard cover. Repeat
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed in use ice scoop stored with handle touching the ice, CDI. PIC removed.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking of dishes in the cleaned dish area. CDI. PIC removed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed opened dumpster at the back. Needs to be covered.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed employee drinking area right by dish machine. CDI. PIC removed employee drinks from there. Repeat.

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Jul 25, 2023 A 96.5 · 8 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. OBSERVED sanitizer stored directly on ice machine. CDI. PIC removed. Repeat.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed multiple flies in the food prep area.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working on food prep line without beard cover.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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 single use straws stored directly on the floor in the dry storage area. CDI. PIC removed.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed some expired test kits in the facility during inspection,. CDI. PIC ordered new ones.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed build up inside of micro wave. Needs to be cleaned. Repeat.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Corrected during inspection
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no drain plug in dumpster. Replace to prevent spillage of waste. Repeat 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed both doors open to dumpster. Keep all doors closed to prevent haborage of pests. Repeat
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Repeat violation
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed employee drinking area right by prep area. CDI. PIC removed employee drinks from there. Repeat.

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Apr 11, 2023 A 94 · 9 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no written procedures for cleaning vomit/diarrheal events. CDI-EHS provided an approved plan to PIC.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P For more information on handwashing, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M . Observed three employees wash hands, one for less than 20 seconds and all without immediately following with thorough hand drying. Alternatively, all three employees decontaminated hands by turning hands off with bare hands and then drying hands with paper towels. CDI-EHS informed PIC of observations and PIC demonstrated correct hand washing, followed by all employees rewashing hands. 2-301.14 (A) Wash hands after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms.- P Observed one employee touch back of head and hair and then proceed to put gloves on. Observed another employee touch mouth and continue to front line and touch single service items. CDI-EHS informed PIC and PIC stopped employees to wash hands before proceeding with tasks.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed scouring pad in hand sink upon arrival. Observed orange soda and ice dumped in sink later in the inspection. CDI-Scouring pad was removed and EHS provided PIC education on importance of using hand sinks for hand washing only.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed a box of laundry presoak with bleach stored directly over two ice buckets. CDI-PIC moved ice buckets to prevent contamination. 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed a sanitizer bucket containing bleach without any label. CDI-PIC labeled buckets to denote they contained a toxic substance.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed pickles, bottled water, burger patties, and chocolate shake mix stored directly on the floor in varying areas like the WIC, WIF, near coffee station.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
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 hot and cold cups and happy meal boxes stored directly on ground in outdoor storage area, plastic spoons on floor in coffee/shake prep area, and happy meal boxes on floor in office.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris like m & m’s and Oreo bits even though no mcflurry’s had yet been served today. Observed soda buildup and creamer buildup on equipment.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no drain plug in dumpster. Replace to prevent spillage of waste. 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed both doors open to dumpster. Keep all doors closed to prevent haborage of pests.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed multiple employee drinks stored in cold holding units beside and above drinks and food to be served to the public. Observed employee cell phone over prep line. CDI-Drinks and phone were removed

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Aug 18, 2022 A 95.5 · 8 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no written procedures for cleaning vomit/diarrheal events. CDI - Written procedures were reviewed with and e-mailed to PIC. -REPEAT- -0 points-
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing signage in male restroom. 5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. Observed handwashing sink in food prep area with no hot water. PIC stated that hot water was not functioning at handwashing sink. Repair sink so that hot water of at least 100F will be dispensed. -1 point-
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed box of uncooked bacon stored above ready to eat sausage burritos and cooked eggs. CDI - PIC corrected storage order. -0 points-
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed heavy black build up and residues inside ice machine. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed containers of raw ground beef in refrigerated drawer with temperatures of 49F - 50F. PIC stated that raw ground beef was taken out of walk in cooler and placed in drawer approximately 1 hour prior to inspection and time stamps on containers also stated the same information. Ambient air temperature inside pull out drawer was 53F. CDI - PIC placed raw ground beef in walk in cooler to rapidly cool to 41F or less. Refrigerated drawer was taken out of service. -1.5 points-
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed spray bottle of restroom cleaner stored in direct contact with plastic pouches of ready brewed sweet tea. CDI - Restroom cleaner was taken to designated chemical storage area. -2 points-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hot water not dispensing from handwashing sink. Observed refrigerated drawer unit with an ambient air temperature of 53F. Repair equipment. -0 points-
#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 phone stored on food prep table. Designate an area for the storage of employee possessions away from equipment, customer food, and utensils. -0 points-

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Feb 1, 2022 A 96.5 · 7 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no written procedures for cleaning vomit/diarrheal events. CDI - Written procedures were given to and reviewed with PIC. -0 points-
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. Observed employee drink from open beverage container in food preparation area. CDI - Employee moved beverage container to designated area. -0.5 points-
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed glass cleaner stored on equipment surface next to single use food containers. CDI - Glass cleaner was moved to area away from equipment, utensils, or single use items. -1 point-
#40 · Personal cleanliness −1
Repeat violation
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee preparing food while wearing bracelets. -REPEAT- -1 point-
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. Observed all sanitizer buckets stored on floor in kitchen area. -0.5 points-
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Repeat violation
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 empty gallon beverage containers and single use paper cups stored on floor in kitchen area. -REPEAT- -0.5 points-
#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 towel dispenser at handwashing sink not able to dispense paper towels. Recommend repair/replacement. -0 point-

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Aug 25, 2021 A 97 · 6 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing signage in male restroom. CDI - Handwashing signage was provided to PIC to post in restroom. 5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed bread stored in front of handwashing sink in kitchen. Bread was blocking paper towels and soap. Observed handwashing being used to store hot water and cleaning cloths. CDI - Bread was moved and stored in alternative location. Sink was drained and towel was removed. -1 point-
#20 · 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 lettuce and cheese in reach in cooler at temperatures between 45F and 49F. Cooler door was left open resulting in increased temperatures. CDI - Lettuce and cheese were moved to walk in cooler to rapidly cool to 41F or less. -0 points-
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed begin and end times stating a 9 hour hold for cut lettuce. PIC stated that all foods are to be discarded after four hours. CDI - New begin and end times were printed for items being held on TPHC. -1 point-
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employees preparing food while wearing bracelts and watches. 2-302.11 (B) Unless wearing intact gloves in good repair, a Food Employee may not wear fingernail polish or artificial fingernails when working with exposed food. - Pf Observed employees with long polished fingernails preparing food without wearing gloves. CDI - PIC instructed employees to wear gloves while preparing food. 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employees preparing food while not wearing hair restraints. -0.5 points-
#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 box of napkins and box of food containers stored on floor in storage area. -0 points-
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee keys and employee phones stored on prep surfaces. Designate an area for the storage of employee possession away from equipment, customer food, and utensils. -0.5 points-

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Mar 4, 2021 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 low QAC sanitizer at three compartment sink- 0ppm. CDI: PIC changed sanitizer and primed. Sanitizer now reads 300ppm.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed milky liquid buildup inside bottom of milk reach-in cooler.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed standing water and a lot of ice in floor around ice machine. No catch plate inside ice machine. EHS recommended catch plate to prevent standing water in floor.

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Mar 2, 2020 A 94.5 · 5 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Wash hands before donning gloves and between gloves uses. -P-Observed employee handling raw hamburger meat with gloves on, then begin to touch tongs used for chicken sandwhiches, without switching gloves or washing hands. CDI-inform and educated employee. rewash her hands and washed/sanitized the handle of tongs.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P-Observed pink build up behind the chute of the ice machine.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf-Observed numerous TCS foods in the reach in units without date marks. CDI-Items date marked.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf-Observed lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and other food items on the front line held on time without the beginning or end time marked. CDI-Items marked with begin and end of time.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.-Observed one of the doors missing on the 2 door reach in unit near the buns.

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Jun 14, 2019 A 98 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed several plastic containers stored as clean with sticker residue, grease residue, and food residue present. Items were taken for re-processing. Employees must mechanically remove such residue during wash portion of the wash/rinse/sanitize process.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed one house fly and several drain flies in the kitchen area.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet nested plastic containers in the clean dish area.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Corrected during inspection
4-202.11 Food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf Observed several holding pans with scorched/damaged sides that created angles and crevices that were not smooth/durable/easily cleanable. Items were discarded by PIC.

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Dec 28, 2018 A 95 · 8 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands. -P Corrected during inspection. Observed two employees that turned off the sink faucet with their bare hands. Always turn off the faucet with a paper towel so hands are not recontaminated. Both employees instructed to re-wash their hands.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (E) (4) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. Observed the interior of the ice machine collecting black residue in the cracks and crevices along the interior of the ice machine. Clean the ice machine at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11 (A) (5) Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P. Observed employee take tray of hot food items and discard by touching the container of food against the trash can. The employee then placed the container back into use for newly cooked items. Corrected during inspection. Tray rewashed and sanitized. All food contact surfaces must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized anytime contamination may have occurred.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Follow-up verification required
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf. Written TPHC procedures are not available at the store. Observed cheese not marked with a discard time. Cheese labeled with a 4 hour discard time. Ensure written procedures are maintained in the establishment and TPHC procedures are being followed. Verification Required.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed drinking cups not properly covered at the 2nd drive thru window. Observed single service cups stored on the floor. Observed single service cups over stacked at spring loaded dispensers at front counter. Observed single service items stored under leaking beverage lines in the lobby area. Ensure single service items are stored off the floor and stored in a clean location.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed cracked plastic shelves near the drive thru window, rusty shelves at the 3 compartment sink, damaged shelving in the dry storage area. Repair damaged faucet sprayer spring. Tighten metal gap between wash vat and rinse vat on the 3 compartment sink. Keep equipment in good repair.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
4-501.19 Manual Warewashing Equipment, Wash Solution Temperature - PF. Observed soapy water at the 3 compartment sink at 103 F. CDI, water replaced with water greater than 110 F. Maintain adequate hot water when actively washing dishes.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Recaulk at the office handwashing sink, repair tile baseboard at the egg cooker, recaulk around the can wash, caulk behind the 3 compartment sink.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-501.110 Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers - C. Observed an employee purse stored in an area designated for single service items. Ensure employees are storing their possessions in the lockers provided.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCDONALDS #3575” or State ID 2060019394). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.