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A99.5

SMOOTHIE KING

14210 MARKET SQUARE DR., SUITE F1, Huntersville, NC 28078
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060024424
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedSep 17, 2026
Inspections on record3
On record sinceJul 9, 2025

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

Score history

7085100 Jul 9, 2025: 99Apr 9, 2026: 99.5Sep 17, 2026: 99.5
Jul 9, 2025Higher is betterSep 17, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 17, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Permit has been amended to reflect approved updated menu. Menu includes smoothies, smoothie bowls, avocado and Nutella toasts, and protein boxes. Produce is approved to be washed above the flood plain of the 3 compartment sink in conjunction with approved SOPs. Establishment is now using pre-washed, bagged, frozen, and pre-cut vegetables. Protein boxes include individually prepackaged cheese, crackers, and beef, as well as freshly washed fruit that is packaged in house.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf Observed frozen commercially made individually packaged flat breads being thawed at ambient room temperature on prep table. CDI - Flat breads were placed in reach in cooler to continue thawing under refrigeration. -0.5 points-
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee preparing food without wearing a hair restraint. -0 points-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed bottom vent cover of reach in freezer broken and hanging. Repair vent cover. -0 points-

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Apr 9, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Permit has been amended to reflect approved updated menu. Menu includes smoothies, smoothie bowls, avocado and Nutella toasts, and protein boxes. Produce is approved to be washed above the flood plain of the 3 compartment sink in conjunction with approved SOPs. Protein boxes include individually prepackaged cheese, crackers, and beef, as well as freshly washed fruit that is packaged in house.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed utensils stored in containers of non-TCS foods with handles making contact with food. -0 points-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards stored as clean with deep gouges and staining. Resurface or replace cutting boards so that they can be effectively cleaned and sanitized. -0 points-
#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 inner surfaces of double door reach in cooler with food residues and debris. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0.5 points-

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Jul 9, 2025 A 99 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: EHS emailed copy of updated employee health handout to premises.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P. Observed food employee not properly wash hands for at least 20 seconds. CDI- PIC had employee properly rewash hands. For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M . 2-301.14 (E) Wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. -P. Observed food employee not use barrier after washing hands to turn off water. CDI- PIC had employee properly rewash hands.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
5-202.12(C) A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water continuously for at least 15 seconds. Observed handsink in women’s restroom self closing faucet not running continuously for at least 15seconds. EHS observed faucet unable to maintain continuous flow for more than 1 second. Repair faucet.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed no head coverings being used during inspection.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed back handsink pipe under sink leaking water. Water is overflowing out of mid area of pipe due to not being sealed, pipe possibly clogged.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SMOOTHIE KING” or State ID 2060024424). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.