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CHUCKS CLASSIC BBQ
500 W SUMMIT AV, STE K28, Charlotte, NC 28208
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060024369
Latest gradeA (93)
Last inspectedSep 8, 2026
Inspections on record4
On record sinceMar 18, 2025
Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.
Score history
Mar 18, 2025Higher is betterSep 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 8, 2026 A 93 · 8 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 container of noodles without lid on dry storage shelf. Keep items covered.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. P. Observed thermometer heavily soiled. CDI- Thermometer cleaned.
4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed microwave heavily soiled.
#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed sweet potatoes reheated to 115F. EHS reviewed reheating procedures with PIC. CDI- Discarded.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D).
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 several items without dates, dated incorrectly or expired. CDI- Items dated, dated correctly and discarded. Slaw 8/4 (dated incorrectly) , potato salad 8/20 (expired), ribs, pork shoulder, wings, cabbage without a 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 .
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
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 boxes of single service items stored on the floor.
#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 equipment throughout in need of cleaning (fryer, oven, prep sink, low reach in)
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
5-103.12 Provide water under pressure to all fixtures.-Pf
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed floors and walls not smooth and easily cleanable. Floors and walls are absorbent and soiled with food splatter/ grease. Walls have splatter that cannot be cleaned. Walls are painted with regular paint. Get fixed.
Jan 15, 2026 A 94 · 4 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.
Soiled plastic bin in handsink. CDI - Moved.
#15 · Food separated & protected −3
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
Raw eggs stored on shelf above RTE chicken wings. CDI - Storage order reversed.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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
Mac and cheese, collard greens, and chicken recorded below 135F. CDI - Discarded. Unit turned up to hold proper temp.
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 −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)
Cole slaw, chicken, rice, and pot. Salad not dated. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
Aug 19, 2025 A 95.5 · 3 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −3
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
Raw chicken stored above RTE Cole slaw. CDI - raw chicken moved. REPEAT
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D).
Prepped Cole slaw did not have a date. CDI - 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Quat sanitizer in sink recorded too strong. CDI - Diluted with water.
Mar 18, 2025 A 97 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
Observed PIC did not have food safety certification. Facility has 210 days from permit issuance to comply before points are deductible.
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (B) Closed beverage containers may be used if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, and exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
Observed uncovered employee beverage stored on prep table. CDI: removed and relocated. Cups need a lid and a straw.
#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: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
Observed raw bacon and raw shell eggs in carton stored above ready to eat foods inside walk-in cooler. CDI: storage order corrected.
#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 PIC did not have any sanitizer available in suite. CDI: PIC obtained container of sanitizer quat tablets from next door suite. Sanitizer made up at proper concentration.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf
Observed no test strips available for checking sanitizer.
VR within 10 days
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
General Comment: 5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered receptacles in both unisex restrooms.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CHUCKS CLASSIC BBQ” or State ID 2060024369). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.