A97.5
KANGAROO/CIRCLE K
507 OLD LITTLE ROCK RD, Charlotte, NC 28214
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060023969
Latest gradeA (97.5)
Last inspectedJul 30, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceJul 8, 2022
Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.
Score history
Jul 8, 2022Higher is betterJul 30, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 30, 2026 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty during inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 black build up inside ice chute of beverage machine. Increase frequency of cleaning unit.
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed one sausage pizza and two pepperoni pizza hot holding in display case below 135F. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded three pizzas and adjusted temperature of unit.
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 .
Jan 28, 2026 A 96 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty during inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed live insect inside creamer machine. CDI - PIC removed live insect and turned off machine to have inside cleaned.
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insects on window ledge by coffee station. CDI - PIC removed dead insects around window ledge area. Infrequency of cleaning.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed several non-NSF clear containers housing hot dogs and taquitos in low boy freezer. PIC will order new NSF grade food containers.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
REPEAT
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 ceiling tiles hanging above hand washing sink near register. PIC will have ceiling tiles secured.
Sep 15, 2025 A 96 · 8 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty during inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 no paper towels at hand washing sink near 3-comp-sink. CDI - PIC went and obtained paper napkins.
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hand washing sink near register with several personal bowls and plates being stored around hand washing sink. CDI - PIC moved items to office.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Corrected during inspection
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed insect underneath coffee machine. CDI - PIC removed insect.
#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 several unopened canned peanuts stored on the floor in beer cooler. CDI - PIC moved food off the floor.
#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 a column of single service cups unprotected stored on the floor in employee restroom. CDI - PIC EHS instructed PIC to discarded single service cups.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed several non-NSF clear containers housing hot dogs and taquitos in low boy freezer. PIC will order new NSF grade food containers.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed water leaking steadily from pipes into paint buckets underneath hand washing sink near 3-comp-sink. PIC stated work order has been placed.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Repeat violation
REPEAT
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 ceiling tiles hanging and some missing above hand washing sink near register.
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 ceiling vent missing in employee bathroom.
Jun 5, 2025 A 96 · 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 on duty. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insects near front main door. Observed two insect strips hanging from ceiling full of dead insects in dry storage room. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded traps.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed two live insects crawling near front door. CDI - PIC removed insects.
6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs shall effectively protect the establishment from the weather and entry of insects or pests. Observed gaps along both front doors allowing insects to potentially coming through. Doors need to be sealed properly.
6-202.13 Properly locate mechanical insect control devices. Observed insect zapper on top of coffee machine. CDI - PIC relocated insect zapper from coffee machine.
#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 coffee machines with food build up and debris on outside areas.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
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 deep cleaning needed throughout back room area. Mainly behind 3-comp-sink and reach in cooler. Observed food debris, garbage, and beer cans littered on the floors.
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 ceiling vent missing in employee bathroom. Observed two ceiling tiles missing by hand washing sink.
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 window ledge by front main door next to coffee machines with food debris and dead insects. Increase frequency of cleaning around food equipment. .
Sep 9, 2024 A 97 · 6 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 on duty. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 no paper towels at two hand washing sinks (the back room and near the cash register). CDI - PIC obtain paper towels.
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no soap at hand washing sink near back room area. CDI - PIC obtain paper soap.
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hand washing sink with soiled blue sponges and beer bottle on hand washing sink in the back room area. CDI - PIC removed all items from hand washing sink.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed back door with gaps along lower and side portion of door.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed live insects underneath 3-comp-sink.
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead rodent near 3-comp-sink. PIC stated they have a pest control company. Increase frequency of pest control company to remove and pests and traps.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 service cups stored directly on the floor in back room area.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed reach in cooler not operating no food is kept inside. PIC stated reach in cooler with be fixed tomorrow or replaced.
#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 deep cleaning needed throughout back room area. Mainly behind 3-comp-sink and reach in cooler. Observed food debris, garbage, and beer cans littered on the floors.
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 ceiling vent missing in employee bathroom.
Jan 30, 2024 A 98 · 2 violations
#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 Observed Quat sanitizer water at 3 comp sink below 100 ppm. CDI PIC adjusted sanitizer water to 200 ppm Quat
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
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered trash in only restroom. REPEAT
Jul 11, 2023 A 99 · 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 on duty. REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed boiled peanuts HH at 129F. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded peanuts.
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 .
#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 bowls for boiled peanuts stored unprotected. CDI PIC inverted bowls so inside is facing down.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered trash bin in only bathroom.
Feb 1, 2023 A 95 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.11 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge of food borne disease prevention, application of the HACCP principles and the requirements of this code.-Pf. Please visit our resource page, http://meck.co/FoodSafety , for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. Observed no PIC present, however an employee was willing to walk and assist with EHS and take the role. An employee seems to have little to no knowledge about food borne disease prevention and any illnesses related to food borne diseases. CDI- EHP poster and education provided -1 pts-
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed no CFPM on site. The facility had 180 days to work on getting the certificate since permit issued. -1 pts-
#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 the facility has no vomiting or diarrhea clean up procedure. CDI- Clean up plan and poster provided at the time of inspection. -0.5 pts-
#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 no paper towels at two hand sinks (the back room and near the cash register). CDI- paper towels provided at the time of inspection. -1 pts-
#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 drinks bottles/containers stored on the floor in WIC. Need to be off the floor at least 6 inches above the floor. -1 pts-
#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 dirty microwave in need of cleaning. -0 pts-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed trash on the ground and around the dumpster. Need cleaning and clear the area to be free of trash. -0.5 pts-
Jul 8, 2022 A 93.5 · 8 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge of food borne disease prevention, application of the HACCP principles and the requirements of this code.-Pf. Please visit our resource page, http://meck.co/FoodSafety , for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. Observed no PIC present, however a manager that had been there only 2 days was willing to walk with EHS and take the role. They plan on becoming manager and EHS went over everything they need to know food safety wise. They took notes and was willing to learn.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. No CFPM on site. No points taken, they have 180days until points will be deducted.
#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 employee dishes sitting beside the front HS. CDI-PIC and EHS discussed them taking employee dishes to the back and they can no longer use the HS for this purpose. CDI-PIC moved dishes to the back
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no soap at the back HS. CDI-PIC went to the store to get bleach and bought Handsoap while they were there.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-702.11 Utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use, after cleaning.-P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 no sanitizer on site for dishwashing. They have QAT strips but no QAT on site. CDI-PIC went and bought bleach at the store. EHS showed how to W/R/S properly and PIC took notes
Due to this they need CL test strips.
#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 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 . Observed 3 containers of sausages/taquitos open with no DM. CDI-PIC DM and EHS explained they have 6 days before food is discarded.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P Observed unwashed apples in a basket, with oranges and no wash prior to eating sign. CDI-EHS made a sign and they will keep one on it from now on
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observd no CL test strips on site. VR REQUIRED 7/18/2022
#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 a leak coming form the back ceiling, not over any food items.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “KANGAROO/CIRCLE K” or State ID 2060023969). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.