A99.5
PRICKLY PINE PROVISIONS
3500 LATROBE DR, Charlotte, NC 28211
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060024193
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedJul 20, 2026
Inspections on record6
On record sinceFeb 14, 2024
Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.
Score history
Feb 14, 2024Higher is betterJul 20, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 20, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed produce above packaged RTE in the WIC. CDI PIC corrected storage order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
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 single service platter lids stored unprotected on the top shelf in dry storage. CDI PIC inverted lids and discarded top lid.
Mar 6, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: EHS advised PIC to wear head covering when handling food. PIC only had a head band on today.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 29, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 13, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 10, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection occurred at Carolina Commercial Kitchen.
Location and Hours of operation were provided by FoodCorridor.com for facility.
#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 PIC engaged in food prep (plating charcuterie trays) with bracelet and watch on. Remove all jewelry from hands, arms, wrists, and fingers other than a plain band before engaging in food prep.
#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 one (1) stack of single service articles (party tray lids) at dry storage rack with exposed food contact surfaces. CDI - EHS inverted single service article to prevent potential contamination.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no test strips for testing sanitizer concentrations that may be used to clean food contact surfaces (chlorine test strips if utilizing facility standing dish machine, QAC sanitizer test strips if utilizing 3 compartment sinks or spray bottles). A verification will occur no later than 09/20/2024.
Feb 14, 2024 A 99.5 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed pic not certified food protection manager. Not required for 210 days from permit date No points NCDHHS
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf .observed pic unable to provide thin diameter thermometer. Vr
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.14 Unpackaged food shall be protected from contamination during preparation. Observed unwashed containers of berries on prep table with open ready to eat foofoods. CDI berries washed
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
Corrected during inspection
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Observed packaged unwashed berries on prep table. CDI washed
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PRICKLY PINE PROVISIONS” or State ID 2060024193). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.