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A98

FAST LANE EATERY

13429 STATESVILLE RD, Huntersville, NC 28078
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060019961
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedSep 24, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceOct 27, 2020

Score history

7085100 Oct 27, 2020: 96Apr 20, 2021: 98Oct 11, 2021: 97Jun 14, 2022: 100Oct 31, 2022: 98.5Jun 21, 2023: 98Oct 25, 2023: 98.5Jun 14, 2024: 98.5Nov 13, 2024: 99Apr 25, 2025: 97.5Sep 17, 2025: 97.5May 14, 2026: 97Sep 24, 2026: 98
Oct 27, 2020Higher is betterSep 24, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 24, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed ice dumped into handwashing sink CDI - Ice was removed by regulator. Handwashing sinks are for handwashing only. -REPEAT- -1 point-
#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 packaged pain reliever and packaged butane lighters for sale in display case along with ready to eat baked goods. CDI - Pain reliever and lighters were moved to designated area. -1 point-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn gasket on double door reach in portion of flip top cooler. -0 points-
#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 water temperature at three compartment sink to be 95F. CDI - Hot water was added to increase temperature to 112F. -0 points-

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May 14, 2026 A 97 · 3 violations
#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 handwashing sink being used as a dump sink for ice and coffee. CDI - Ice and coffee were removed by regulator. Handwashing sinks are for handwashing only. -0 points-
#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 American cheese slices in flip top cooler with a temperature of 49F. Cheese slices were over stacked and unable to maintain proper cold holding temperatures of 41F or less. CDI - Excess cheese slices were moved to reach in cooler to cool to 41F or less. -0 points- 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 −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 chili with a date mark of 4/29, pre-cooked ground beef burgers with a date mark of 4/30, pre-cooked sausage patties with a date mark of 4/15, and salsa with a date mark of 4/29. CDI - All items were discarded. A date marking system for items that were prepared, frozen, and then thawed for service was discussed with PIC. -REPEAT- -3 points- 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 .

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Sep 17, 2025 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM in establishment during inspection. -REPEAT- -1 point- For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 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 cooked chicken nuggets with a prep date of 9/4 stored in reach in cooler. CDI - Chicken nuggets were discarded. -1.5 points- 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 .
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 single use coffee filets stored on top of coffee machine without packaging or wrapping. -0 points-
#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 build up of food debris and residues in sliding doors of deli case. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-

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Apr 25, 2025 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM onsite during inspection. PIC stated a certification course will soon be completed. *REPEAT* For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 blender being stored in handsink. CDI- PIC removed item from sink. EHS discussed handsink usage with PIC.
#23 · Proper date marking & 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 hotdogs without a date in prep unit. PIC stated that hot dogs were removed from packaging last night, placed in unit today, and may gone by tomorrow. CDI- EHS discussed date marking items that will be held for more than 24hrs. PIC had date marked on container. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . 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 RTE burgers dated 4/8-4/14 and sliced ham dated 4/14-4/20 held in prep unit. Observed salsa prepped on 4/8 held in display unit. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. EHS discussed 7-day parameters of TCS foods with food employees. 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 .

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Nov 13, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Facility has raw shell eggs, cook in microwave, no undercooking. Facility's deli salads are commercially prepared.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed CFPM certification in establishment has expired as of 4/2023. -1 point- For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

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Jun 14, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Facility has raw shell eggs, cook in microwave, no undercooking.
#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 salsa with a prep date of 6/4 in display cooler. PIC stated that items are given a 6 day time/temperature window once opened. CDI - PIC discarded. 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 .

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Oct 25, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility has raw shell eggs, cook in microwave, no undercooking.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on staff at time of inspection. REPEAT. Note: servsafe on wall expired April of ‘23.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed sanitizer in 3 bay sink at 50ppm quat sanitizer, facility uses liquid sanitizer and manually mixes, may need to increase amount of sanitizer to water ratio for higher concentration of sanitizer. CDI- sanitizer added, at proper concentration after adding. 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
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer buckets at 50ppm quat when checked. CDI- sanitizer re-made, at proper concentration.

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Jun 21, 2023 A 98 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Discussed Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) with PIC. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on staff at time of inspection.
#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 sanitizer towel stored in hand sink. CDI: Towel removed.
#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 spray bottle of window cleaner stored on prep table next to muffins and single-service coffee sleeves. CDI: Spray bottle moved to approved location.

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Oct 31, 2022 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 no paper towels at hand sink. CDI: PIC provided paper towels.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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 and red sanitizer buckets throughout kitchen- 0-50ppm. CDI: PIC remade sanitizer solution- 200ppm.
#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 cut melon being held above 41F in display case. Product prepared 10/26/22. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded product. Observed unsalted butter being held above 41F in reach-in cooler. PIC stated product sat on counter during breakfast to make crossiants. CDI: Education provided and PIC voluntarily discarded product.
#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 to-go trays being stored face up uncovered. CDI: Education provided and PIC inverted product.

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Jun 14, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Discussed addition of undercooked eggs to menu. Facility currently uses raw shell egg and fully cooks in microwave. EHS discussed addition of consumer advisory to menu or use of pasteurized shell egg.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 11, 2021 A 97 · 3 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(M) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -PF Observed no EH policy with "big 6" illnesses listed. CDI: Education provided and PIC made aware of changes due to 2017 Food Code implementation.
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event Observed no written policy for vomit & diarrhea cleanup. CDI: Education provided and PIC made aware of changes due to 2017 Food Code implementation.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed several TCS foods being held above 41F in make table. PIC stated items prepared prior to today and no cold holding logs available. Ambient temp of unit 42F. CDI: Education provided, PIC voluntarily discarded products turned down temperature on unit. REPEAT VIOLATION.

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Apr 20, 2021 A 98 · 2 violations
#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 salads in RI, hot dogs in RI 2 cold holding at temperatures above 41F. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings,beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working with food without a hair cover. Needs to wear it when working with food. REPEAT.

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Oct 27, 2020 A 96 · 4 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -P. Observed unwash produce stored directly above ready to eat corn and eggs. PIC removed.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed salads in the RI display case, cold holding from yesterday at temperatures above 41F. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded.
#38 · 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 a watch while working with food. Needs to be removed when working with food. 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working with food without a hair cover. Needs to wear it when working with food.
#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 rusted shelve in RI upfront. Replace or repair rusted shelving inside the reach-in cooler on the front line.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FAST LANE EATERY” or State ID 2060019961). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.