A98
MCDONALDS #19561
1620 SARDIS RD N, Charlotte, NC 28270
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060019927
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedSep 4, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceOct 7, 2020
Score history
Oct 7, 2020Higher is betterSep 4, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 4, 2026 A 98 · 6 violations
#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 dish stored in hand sink. CDI. PIC removed.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed one of the sinks with no paper towel. CDI. PIC replaced.
#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 lettuce in the lowboy at 42F. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded. Unit temp was 37F.
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 .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. OBSERVED in use wet wiping cloths held in solution at 0ppm chlorine. CDI. PIC replaced the solution.
#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 containers stored directly on the floor in the dry storage area. CDI. PIC removed.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed multiple items in the facility in disrepair. It not repaired, needs to be removed from facility. Repeat
#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 cleaning needed in the equipment around the drive through area. Repeat
Apr 30, 2026 A 99 · 4 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed multiple items in the facility in disrepair. It not repaired, needs to be removed from facility.
#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 cleaning needed in the micro wave.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Repeat violation
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leaking faucet 3 comp sink. ONE OF THE bathrooms in the female is not flushing. Repair leak. Repeat
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed missing drain plug at dumpster area.
Aug 19, 2025 A 99 · 4 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF. Observed an incomplete employee health policy in the facility during inspection. CDI. PIC was given a new copy and education provided.
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee wearing wrist watch while prepping food.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Repeat violation
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leaking faucet at service sink. Repair leak. Repeat
#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 drinks stored by prep area. Cdi. Cup was removed.
Jun 20, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P 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 .
Observed two hash browns being held below 135F under heat lamp and two pieces of crispy chicken being held below 135F in hot holding unit at prep counter. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded hash browns and chicken. REPEAT.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leaking faucet at service sink. Repair leak.
Sep 16, 2024 A 95.5 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Dining room closed due to construction. Grade cards placed at both drive through windows.
Due to construction in dining room, portable restrooms are available for employees outside of establishment.
#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 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 Observed quat sanitizer measuring 0 ppm being used to sanitize equipment in 3 compartment sink. CDI: PIC refilled sanitizer compartment with fresh sanitizer measuring 400 ppm.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. 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 . Observed one metal container with build up being stored as clean on clean storage shelf. CDI: PIC returned item to be W/R/S.
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P Observed burger patty final cook temp of 122F. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded burger patty.
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P 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 . Observed a tray of scrambled eggs being held at 122F in hot holding unit. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded eggs.
#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: 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 . Observed containers of sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, Canadian bacon and a carton of liquid eggs all being stored above 41F in RIC. See temp chart. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded all items.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed a stack of single use to go containers being stored outside of their original packaging right side up on prep counter. CDI: PIC inverted containers.
Feb 8, 2024 A 98 · 4 violations
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf. Did not observe TPHC procedures for shredded lettuce held on a 4 hour time and then discarded after 4 hours. CDI-EHS emailed a TPHC fillable form for facility to utilize and placed shredded lettuce on procedures.
TPHC procedure template may be found at: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
4-301.11 Provide equipment in number and capacity so that cooling, heating, and holding temperatures are achieved. -Pf Observed all prep units near grill area and serving line out of service during inspection such as 2 door upright reach in cooler, 2 door low reach in cooler, and 2 one door reach in coolers. All units had “out of order” signage and no food items were observed in the units. All cold TCS items on the service line were on TPHC procedures that have previously been put in place by the facility. PIC stated that food employees temporarily must get food from walk in cooler to be placed on TPHC when needed. All cold TCS foods were observed at 41F or below in the walk in cooler. Facility seems to be in compliance with cold holding and/or TPHC procedures. -VR- A verification visit will be conducted to insure all reach in cooler units have been repaired/replaced
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1
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 cleaning needed on reach in freezer beside grill with food debris as well as cleaning needed in reach in coolers and gaskets with food debris. -REPEAT-
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 metal seam flooring broken lifted in walk in freezer. Repair flooring. note that repairs have been initiated on the walk in freezer flooring, work has not yet been completed on lifted floors. -REPEAT-
Oct 11, 2023 A 97 · 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed build up on inside of various drink spouts at facility drink areas and customer self service drink area as well as build up on interior of large ice machine at dry storage area.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B) (1) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall have an initial temperature of 41 F when removed from cold holding temperature control or 135 F or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control. -P Observed PIC remove sliced cheese from cooler to be placed on 4 hour TPHC procedures and PIC placed the initial start time an hour ahead of the current time when removed from cooler. PIC stated that they put the sliced cheese on a one hour advanced time so that the cheese can sit at room temperature. -CDI-PIC corrected time on cheese to reflect initial time when removed from cooler.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a large quantity of small flies near facility drink and dessert machines, as well as at customer self service drink machine and under cabinets of customer drink machines leading to drains. Contact pest control for small flies.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observe employees preparing food without hair restraints.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 cleaning needing on various drink machines in need of cleaning such as coffee machine, smoothie machine and fountain drink machines with syrup, dirt and debris buildup.
#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 metal seam flooring broken lifted and coming up in walk in freezer. Repair flooring.
Feb 20, 2023 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed grill area hand sink not dispensing paper towels. No other handsink availability or handwashing violations were observed during the inspection. CDI - PIC delegated the replacement of paper towels from a readily available supply.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed one (1) bin of prepared breakfast burritos in the WIC with a date mark indicating a disposal date of 02/19. CDI - PIC voluntarily disposed of burritos.
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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed 3 compartment sanitizer basin without drain plug in place. PIC demonstrated preparation of 3 compartment sink with a sanitizer wiping used as a substitute drain stopper. EHS observed filled basin with minimal sanitizer leakage from plugged drain.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed minor dripping and slightly leaking from 3 compartment sink. Maintain 3 compartment sink fixtures such that no leakage is observe when faucets are turned off.
Sep 15, 2022 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 single tray of raw shell eggs stored on top a single box of apple slices inside of walk in cooler. CDI - Apple slices relocated to their proper elevated storage. REPEAT
No escalation in point deduction due to observed improvement from previous inspection.
#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 approximately three (3) flies within the facility over the course of the inspection. REPEAT
#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 multiple food service employees with hair tied back, but no other effective hair restraints in place.
#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 minor food soil accumulation on floor. CDI - PIC delegated task of sweeping to food employee.
Dec 9, 2021 A 98.5 · 3 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 For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed raw shell eggs stored above smoothie base inside of walk in cooler. CDI - Items relocated to bottom shelf, underneath any ready to eat food items. - 1.5 -
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed few drain flies by drain at hand sink near cinnamon roll storage. EHS recommends calling PCO. - 0 -
#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 slight food debris buildup inside of reach in coolers on prep line. Clean as needed. - 0 -
Jan 20, 2021 A 96 · 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
2-301.14 Wash hands after activities that contaminate them. -P
Observed employee handle raw burger with gloves on, doff gloves, and immediately don new gloves without washing hands. CDI: Employee was directed by EHS to wash hands. Employee washed hands.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 cheese time stamped to expire at 12:52pm. CDI: Cheese was voluntarily discarded. REPEAT VIOLATION
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping clothes stored in 0ppm quat sanitizer. Sanitizer was prepared with hot water. CDI: Buckets were changed and filled with properly concentrated sanitizer.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-402.12 Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing - C Observed handsink near fry cooler in need of recaulking to the wall. This is part of the transitional permit that expires 2/28/21.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
Corrected during inspection
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed floor tiles damaged near walk in cooler and 3-comp sink. Observed missing grout on floor tiles near walk in cooler and Raw meat cooler. This is part of the transitional permit that expires 2/28/21.
Oct 7, 2020 A 97 · 5 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P. Observed employees that were using gloves to leave line and go in walk in and return to line and continue using same gloves. CDI gloves changed and hands washed.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with black build up.
#20 · 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 tomatoes, Canadian bacon, pasteurized liquid eggs, and dehydrated onions held above 41F. Reach in unit left open for cleaning and raised internal temperature. CDI items moved to walk in to cool and reach in unit dropped to 35F after being emptied.
#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 and dehydrated left on line after expiration time and not discarded. Employee placed new time stamps on old product. CDI items discarded and replaced and stamped with new time.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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 breakfast burritos that were cooling in walk in while covered and stacked. CDI items uncovered and moved in reach in freezer for cooling.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCDONALDS #19561” or State ID 2060019927). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.