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A99

TARGET #2132 DELI/BAKERY

12830 WALKER BRANCH DR, Charlotte, NC 28273
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060021859
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedJul 10, 2026
Inspections on record34
On record sinceAug 30, 2013

Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.

Score history

7085100 Aug 30, 2013: 98Feb 17, 2014: 97Nov 4, 2014: 98Apr 22, 2015: 97Sep 21, 2015: 96Jan 28, 2016: 98.5Jun 1, 2016: 96.5Oct 25, 2016: 97Feb 9, 2017: 97.5Aug 10, 2017: 97.5Jan 5, 2018: 97Aug 10, 2018: 98.5Jan 7, 2019: 98Apr 16, 2019: 98Oct 1, 2019: 97.5Feb 20, 2020: 96.5Jul 17, 2020: 99.5Jan 15, 2021: 98May 20, 2021: 96Aug 18, 2021: 96Dec 30, 2021: 99.5Mar 18, 2022: 98Jul 19, 2022: 96Jan 18, 2023: 97Apr 3, 2023: 99Aug 25, 2023: 100Nov 16, 2023: 98Mar 13, 2024: 98.5Jul 10, 2024: 98.5Nov 12, 2024: 99.5May 30, 2025: 99Aug 18, 2025: 98.5Jan 14, 2026: 98.5Jul 10, 2026: 99
Aug 30, 2013Higher is betterJul 10, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 10, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection led and typed up by EHS Nick
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 a turkey deli sandwich in the grab n go display cooler at 48F due to not being cooled down in WIC prior to placing in grab n go. REPEAT. PIC moved sandwich to WIC to properly cool. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - the walk-in freezer unit and left flip top cooler unit were not working and not being used. PIC was aware and stated the units broke on Sunday and are in process of being repaired. *Observed - the 3 comp sink sanitizer sanitizer dispenser not working properly and dispensing below the required concentration. PIC stated they would sanitize by either using the dish machine or manually adding sanitizer at proper concentration to the 3 comp sink sanitizer basin. *Observed - Temperature Gauge to WIC in disrepair in need of repair or replacement. 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 - the pipe of the sprayer on the 3 comp sink had rust damage and needs repaired or replaced so it is smooth and easily cleanable.

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Jan 14, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. Prepped sandwiches in WIC were cooling in sealed packages with no exposure to cold air. Cooling rate was 0. CDI - Products discarded. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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 Sandwiches in packages cooling with seal on it. No room for air flow. Cooling rate 0. CDI - 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .

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Aug 18, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed multiple metal containers and metal lids with sticker residue remaining that was stored as clean and deli slicers with minor residue on back section behind slicers. CDI-PIC set aside dishes and slicers to be rewashed. 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 .
#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 white cheddar slices at 43F in prep top and cut lettuce in lowboy section at 42F of right side prep top unit. Unit did had open sections of prep top containers, once top section of unit was filled ambient air was 34F. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded items. 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 .

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May 30, 2025 A 99 · 3 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 handwashing sink across from deli counter without paper towels. CDI-PIC refilled paper towel dispenser. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed spray bottle sprayer in handwashing sink next to dishmachine. CDI-PIC removed sprayer.
#33 · 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 room temperature tomato sauce cooling in deli RIC and sliced turkey and Colby cheese cooling in prep top with closed lid above containers in prep top (see temp chart). CDI-PIC moved tomato sauce into WIC to rapidly cool and turkey and Colby cheese into lowboy unit. EHS spoke with PIC about staging a tomato sauce bottle the day before to help with cooling after opening. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf. Observed fried rice, Mac and cheese, and other TCS foods thawing in a sheet pan at room temperature, products were all below 41F. CDI-PIC moved items to WIC to be stored until used.

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Nov 12, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed three apples contacting lowboy rack in prep top unit. PIC placed apples in new container.
#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 several metal containers and metal lids with stickers and sticker residue remaining. PIC set aside containers and utensils to be rewashed.

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Jul 10, 2024 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 handsink by dishmachine without paper towels. CDI-PIC refilled paper towel dispenser.
#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. Observed open bags of uncooked chicken stored above French fries in lowboy freezer in deli area. CDI-PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 sliced chicken and sliced turkey above 41F (see temp chart) in grab and go deli area. Items were stored in a way that were not below the air curtain for the shelving of the prep unit and PIC stated that meats and cheeses in deli area remain on shelving overnight. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded items. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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 multiple food employees wearing smart watches while preparing food.

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Mar 13, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P. Observed food employee eat food and touch face with gloved hands and not discard gloves before going to prep unit for food preparation. CDI-EHS made PIC aware and food employee was educated when to discard gloves. Hands were washed and new gloves donned.

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Nov 16, 2023 A 98 · 3 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed prep top with ham, swiss, and sliced pepperoni above 41F. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded foods. Other TCS foods including RTE chicken and sliced Colby and Swiss cheeses were below 41F. Prep top cover has a slight bend where the top cover seals and PIC placed a work order for top cover during inspection. VR within 3 days to check the status of the prep top cover and the cold holding capability of the unit. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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. Dust build up in the grates of the shelving used to store metal baking sheets and containers holding coffee equipment. Repeat
#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 minor dust build up on fan covers inside WIF.

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Aug 25, 2023 A 100 · 3 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
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 Open milk held over from pervious day without date. CDI PIC added open date For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed several pans stacked wet. PIC separated pans
#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 lid with residue from label ..CDI PIC moved to 3 comp sink

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Apr 3, 2023 A 99 · 1 violation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed large box placed in front of hand wash sink near meat slicers. CDI - Box was moved to allow access to sink.

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Jan 18, 2023 A 97 · 3 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. Ice was dumped in handsink by the Starbucks. Do not dump ice in handsink. CDI via instruction.
#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 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 . Ham expired, CDI- Discarded.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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. Baseboards by banana carts damaged and in need of repair.

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Jul 19, 2022 A 96 · 3 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF For more information on employee health policy please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no written employee health policy. CDI - EHS provided updated written employee reporting agreement and educational poster. Keep policy available upon request. REPEAT -1 points
#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 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 lettuce holding in prep unit above 41F. PIC stated lettuce was placed in unit yesterday. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded. REPEAT -3 points
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. -C Observed water leak at dish machine. Repair. -0 points

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Mar 18, 2022 A 98 · 3 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-201.11(A) Permit holder shall require food employees to report to the PIC information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. -P For more information on employee health policy please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Facility’s employee health policy shown during the inspection does not include Salmonella Non-typhoidal. CDI - EHS provided PIC with updated employee reporting agreement and summary of changes under the 2017 Food Code. -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 several containers of cooked wings, cooked boneless wings and rotisserie chickens in the grab and go unit holding between 42F - 50F. Observed an Italian pesto sub in grab and go unit holding at 43F. All items were prepared more than 24hrs ago. Sandwiches prepared within the last 4 hours were placed in the WIC. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded containers of chicken and Italian sub and placed work order for unit. PIC stated no food will be kept in that area of the grab and go unit until it has been serviced. Other items in different areas of the same grab and go unit read temperatures of 41F or below. -1.5 points
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. -C Observed area of grab and go unit near the grab and go hot case with ambient air temperature of 42F. PIC placed work order for unit during inspection and will not place food in that area of the unit until it has been repaired. -0.5 points

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Dec 30, 2021 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. -C Observed the hot holding unit, oven in Starbucks and oven at deli not working during inspection. PIC stated parts are on back order and cooking will resume when units are fixed. -0.5 points
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.12 (A) Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. -C Observed food and debris under storage shelves near 3-comp sink. Increase frequency of cleaning. -0.5 points

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Aug 18, 2021 A 96 · 3 violations
#20 · 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 temperatures of milk and cream at Starbucks area that were stored above 41 F. CDI- items were placed in walk-ion cooler and allowed to chill. PIC will place items on TPHC moving forward. REPEAT (full points). Risk control will be pl;acing items on TPHC since different items were not cold-holding before.
#38 · 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 employees not wearing effective hair restraints while preparing food. CDI- employees wore hair restraints correctly.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Follow-up verification required
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Temperature of cooler in Starbucks area is reading 44 F. Maintenance will place work order to have unit repaired. VR- facility has up to ten days to repair unit.

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May 20, 2021 A 96 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Follow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed pre-sliced turkey , ham and chicken in retail deli case packaged by facility at greater than 41 degrees. CDI discarded . Repeat
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
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 black build up at three compartment sink at caulk line.

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Jan 15, 2021 A 98 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed chicken tenders and presliced turkey and precut ham in retail case at greater than 41 degrees. CDI products discarded. 10 day verification required.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
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 floor near dish machine in need of cleaning and black build up at caulk line at three compartment sink.

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Jul 17, 2020 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#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 of debris on equipment and gaskets on starbucks side.

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Feb 20, 2020 A 96.5 · 2 violations
#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 hummus in prep unit 1 and ham and turkey in prep unit 2 opened and not date marked. CDI PIC knew when product was opened so product was dated. 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 chub of ham and one chub of roast beef held greater than 7 days. CDI discarded.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gaskets on lowboys in starbucks area in need of replacement. Repeat

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Oct 1, 2019 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed front row of items in cold case holding above 41 degrees. CDI removed and discarded items.
#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 torn gaskets on low boy coolers in starbucks area.

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Apr 16, 2019 A 98 · 3 violations
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −1
Repeat violation
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed 2 boxes of plastic lids stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Ensure to store off the floor. Repeat violation.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Obserevd debris build up on non-food contact surfaces (gaskets, sticker residue, shelving, etc.). Ensure to increase cleaning frequency. Repeat violation.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - C Observed one light bulb not functioning under the hood over the ovens. Ensure to replace light bulb.

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Jan 7, 2019 A 98 · 5 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed deli meat slicer FCS with food debris stored as clean. CDI employee broke down slicer to be properly washed at 3 comp sink.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
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 milk carton at Starbucks reach in opened the day prior without a date mark. CDI EHS discussed date marking with milk cartons and PIC added date label.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and 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 box of ground coffee stored on the ground of dry storage area. Ensure to keep off the floor.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed 3 boxes of single service lids stored on the floor of the dry storage area. Ensure to keep off the floor to prevent possible contamination.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Obsderved non-food contact surface of deli meat slicer with food debris build up. Observed multiple containers with food residue on NFCS stored on shelf as clean. CDI PIC had deli meat slicer cleaned during the inspection and containers placed at 3 comp sink.

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Aug 10, 2018 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Raw chicken stored above RTE foods in reach in freezer. CDI- Storage order rearranged.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Follow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed multiple containers of chicken held in grab and go units recorded slightly above 45F (see chart). Chicken was pushed to far ledge. CDI- Chicken discarded. PIC will put in a work order to see if unit can be adjusted. VR to monitor. In meantime, facility will keep chicken towards back where there is better cold air flow.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles above the food, in 135F or greater water, or in running water that moves food particles to the drain. Ice scoop was stored in bucket with minor water in bucket. CDI- Brought to dishwasher.

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Jan 5, 2018 A 97 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Some bread pans had minor debris/bread crumb on pans that were stored away. CDI- Assure pans are thoroughly cleaned before stacking away. REPEAT.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17(B) Commercially Prepared and Packaged Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food shall be date marked at the time the original container is opened in a food establishment and the food is held for more than 24 hours. -Pf Some products (bacon bits and peppes) had a hold date of 14 days. Do not hold TCS foods for more than 7 days to limit listeria growth. CDI- Date changed.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Back cutting board scarred and in need of repair/replacement.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-403.11(B) Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single use articles can not occur. One apron stored on prep table. Keep away from prep areas.

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Aug 10, 2017 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf No paper towels at back handsink. CDI- Paper towels provided.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Some bread pans had minor debris/bread crumb on pans that were stored away. CDI- Assure pans are thoroughly cleaned before stacking away.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Rotisary chickens at display case were recorded below above 45F (see charts). PIC stated chickens are usually cooked at night and then cooled overnight in the WIC on a sheet tray. Explained that problem with that procedure is facility is unable to monitor cooling time overnight. Employee said she tempted chickens at 45F in the morning before she packaged them. Also noted that all other chickens that were on the second line (directly below shelf) were found in be in temp. CDI- Chickens out of temp. were discarded. Facility will cook and cool chicken in the afternoon to monitor if cooling procedures are working.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles above the food, in 135F or greater water, or in running water that moves food particles to the drain. Ice scoop stored in bin with some water in it. CDI- Scoop taken to sink to be cleaned.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Non Food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or residue. Some dirty gaskets in reach in unit.

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Feb 9, 2017 A 97.5 · 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 Chicken recorded below 135F in display case (see chart). CDI- Product discarded.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all ready-to-eat TCS foods that have been prepared and held more than 24hours in the establishment. -Pf One pizza made at facility not dated. All other products had good date marking. No points deducted. CDI- Product dated.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. High-temp. dishwasher is properly working (as strip turned black) but wash and rinse gage are not reading temps. Repair gage to read temps.

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Oct 25, 2016 A 97 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels in the dispenser nearest Starbuck's. CDI - PIC refilled. -0-
#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 stickers present on the outsides of stacked pans touching the food contact of the next stacked pan, leaving sticky residue inside. CDI - Pans rewashed. -1.5- 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed 0 ppm quat sanitizer in the 3-comp sink and in spray bottles in use. CDI - PIC refilled with quat sanitizer over 150 ppm.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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 Observed bologna with date mark 10/24/2016 in reach in. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded. -1.5-
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - C Provide adequate lighting in all required areas. Observed three blown lights over the prep area. Replace these lights. -0-

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Jun 1, 2016 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed some metal bins with dried food debris on them. CDI- Products moved to dishwasher. No points deducted.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 Date mark/label all ready-to-eat TCS foods that have been prepared and held more than 24hours in the establishment. -Pf Observed american cheese with a sell by date of 6/8. PIC stated all products are pulled the day before the sell by date. Day 1 must be the date product is cut or opened. Change dating system. CDI- PIC stated she will change dating system to include day 1 as day product is open/cut/prepped. Also observed pepporoni and cut tomatos with no date mark. REPEAT.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to splash or other sources of contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of food on the floor in the freezer. No points deducted.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Non Food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or residue. Observed residue build up in gasket crevices as well as old sticker residue on plastic bowls.

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Jan 28, 2016 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one at deli/bakery department that was a certfied food manager. No points deducted.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
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 cooked chicken in reach in fridge that was cooked last night with no date mark.

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Sep 21, 2015 A 96 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat violation 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 an open package of turkey dated 9/12 and ham with a date 9/11. CDI - items were voluntarily discarded.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −1
Repeat violation
Repeat violation 4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. - Observed metal pans stacked wet.

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Apr 22, 2015 A 97 · 3 violations
#2 · Management and food employee knowledge, and conditional employee; responsibilities and reporting. −1.5
Follow-up verification required
2-201.11(A) Ensure food employees understand when to report illnesses, symptoms and exposure.-P. Observed no policy regarding employees reporting exposures, history of exposures and past illness as stated in sections 3, 4 and 5 of the 2009 FDA food code. VR- provided state sample of an approved employee health policy, follow up required within 10 days.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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 sliced bologna marked with a discard date of 4/17. CDI by voluntary disposal.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed metal pans stacked while wet. 3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Observed clean serving utensils stored in a container with food debris.

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Nov 4, 2014 A 98 · 7 violations
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest - CGENERAL COMMENTDISCARD FLY CATCHING STICKY STICKS ONCE DEAD FLIES BEGAN TO ACCUMULATE HEAVILY.OBSERVED FLY CATCHER AT STARBUCKS STATION ON THRESHOLD OF BEING FULL WITH DEAD FLIES.CDI BY PIC ASKING STAFF TO DISCARD AND REPLACE WITH NEW ONE
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and 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 DELI MEATS STORED IN DELI DISPLAY UNIT ON SOME DELI PAPER SOAKED IN FOOD RUNOFF.CDI BY STAFF REMOVING DELI PAPER. ****ONLY USE NON ABSORBENT MATERIAL FOR RESTING FOOD ON****
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
4-903.12 Do not store single-use and single-service articles in toilet rooms, garbage rooms, mechanical rooms or under drainage/sewer lines. GENERAL COMMENTOBSERVED EXPOSED PAPER TOWELS STORED UNDER HANDSINK PIPE AND UNDER DUMP SINK PIPE OVER AT STARBUCKS STATION.CDI BY PIC HAVING STAFF RELOCATE ITEMS.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.OBSERVED SOME WATER COLLECTING IN LIGHT SHIELDS IN WALK-IN FREEZER.HAVE MAINTENANCE WORK ON SOURCE OF LEAK AND FIX TO PREVENT A POTENTIAL HAZARD.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
GENERAL COMMENT***CLEAN CALCIUM/LIME BUILD-UP FROM TOP EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH MACHINE.
#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 FOOD CRUMBS AND DEBRIS ON BOTTOM INTERIOR OF SEVERAL PREP UNITS.CLEAN PREP UNIT
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction. OBSERVED LIQUID RUNOFF SEEPING FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE COMPACTOR.CDI BY INSTRUCTING PIC TO CONTACT COMPACTOR PROVIDER AND ENSURE CONTAINER DOES NOT HAVE A LEAK.

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Feb 17, 2014 A 97 · 5 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 Cleaning Procedure(C) TO avoid recontaminating their hands or surrogate prosthetic devices, FOOD EMPLOYEES may use disposable paper towels or similar clean barriers when touching surfaces such as manuallyoperated faucet handles on a HANDWASHING SINK or the handle of a restroom door.GENERAL COMMENTOBSERVED A FOOD EMPLOYEE WASH HANDS CORRECTLY, EXCEPT FOR TURNING THE FAUCET OFF WITH BARE HANDS BEFORE GRABBING A PAPER TOWEL TO DRY HANDS.CDI THROUGH HANDWASH STEPS REFRESHER
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Hand Drying ProvisionProvide hand drying device or disposable drying cloths at every handsink.OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS IN BACK ROOM AT HANDSINK NEXT TO DISHMACHINE.CDI BY PIC GETTING RESTOCK SUPPLY
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-FrequencyOBSERVED INTERIOR UPPER CATCH TRAY OF ICE MACHINE WITH BLACK AND PINK MOLD/MILDEW PRESENT. CDI BY STAFF CLEANING SURFACE WITH SANITIZER.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-901.11 Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying RequiredAir dry utensil/equipment completely before tight stacking.GENERAL COMMENTOBSERVED A COUPLE OF UTENSILS STACKED TIGHT WHILE STILL WET.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-602.13 Nonfood Contact SurfacesNonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.OBSERVED DISPLAY DELI TRACKS WITH FOOD DEBRIS PRESENT. OBSERVED SHELVING IN BACK ROOM WITH DUST ACCUMULATING ON SURFACE. KEEP ALL ITEMS CLEAN

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Aug 30, 2013 A 98 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf OBSERVED SOME RESIDUE ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. ***NOT AS BAD AS THE PRIOR INSPECTION***CDI BY PIC CLEANING SOILED INTERIOR|
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
GENERAL COMMENTObserved slight dust accumulating on shelving racks in back room. CLEAN
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
ENSURE THAT OUTSIDE TRASH COMPACTOR IS PROPERLY SEALED TO PREVENT LIQUID WASTE FROM LEAKING FROM CONTAINER. Observed liquid runoff on ground around outside trash compactor. Clean up spillage

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “TARGET #2132 DELI/BAKERY” or State ID 2060021859). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.