A100
IMPROPER PIG, THE
9855 SANDY ROCK PL, Charlotte, NC 28277
Mobile Food · NC permit/State ID 2060030958
Latest gradeA (100)
Last inspectedOct 31, 2025
Inspections on record13
On record sinceSep 9, 2016
Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.
Score history
Sep 9, 2016Higher is betterOct 31, 2025
Inspections & violations
Oct 31, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 16, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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. Hand sink was not turned on at start of inspection. CDI- PIC turned hand sink on.
#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. Clean exterior of grill and shelving in MFU (debris and stains found).
Apr 12, 2024 A 98 · 3 violations
#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 cut lettuce at 47 degrees in the prep cooler. CDI - Item fell out of temp during transportation. Pans were moved to the bottom of prep cooler where temperature was 38 degrees.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
Corrected during inspection
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed two employees with bracelets and rubber bands around wrists. CDI - Items were removed.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-101.19 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. Observed cracked utensil handles.
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed a cutting board with deep cuts.
Oct 27, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
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 facility lacking vomit and diarrhea clean up plan. - CDI - EHS provided PIC with vomit and diarrhea written procedures. EHS recommends gathering supplies listed on plan.
#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 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 pimento cheese and mac & cheese holding below 135F (see temperature chart). - CDI - PIC placed items on time. Items will be discarded by 2:30pm.
#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 - Observed spray bottle of sanitizer lacking a label. - CDI - PIC labeled sanitizer.
Jan 20, 2021 A 98 · 5 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected
3-302.11(A)(4) Protect food in storage using covered containers, intact wrappings, or packaging. - Observed large potato chip container not in use and not protected.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Repeat violation
4-202.16 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - REPEAT- Observed absorbent bungee cords being used near food prep areas. Ensure all non food contact surfaces are durable, easy to clean, smooth, and non absorbent.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.- Observed hood system broken on inside and outside of MFU.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Repeat violation
5-304.13 Protecting Inlet, Outlet and Hose Fitting - REPEAT- Observed water outlet not in use and not protected. Provide a cap or cover.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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 ceiling near hood system damaged and torn.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
4-301.14 Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy - Observed hood system damaged and possibly not functioning. NOTE: PIC is not cooking on MFU. TCS foods are being hot held or cold held.
Jun 9, 2020 A 96 · 5 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- REPEAT- Observed slaw at 45F. CDI- PIC was able to place the item on a 4hr tphc, 4-8PM to be discarded. NOTE: Violation is a chronic repeat violation however, only one item is out of temp control. Last inspection had four items above 41F. No permit action taken for chronic violation however if violation occurs again permit action will occur.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-202.16 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Observed absorbent bungee cords being used near food prep areas. Ensure all non food contact surfaces are durable, easy to clean, smooth, and non absorbent.
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Corrected during inspection
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf- Observed no hot water on the food truck. CDI- By the end of the inspection EHS observed hot running water at 134F.
NOTE: No signature occurred due to covid19 pandemic, however, PIC Cameron was present during the inspection.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-304.13 Protecting Inlet, Outlet and Hose Fitting - Observed water outlet not in use, not covered or protected.
#50 · Sewage and waste water properly disposed −1
Follow-up verification required
5-402.14 Removing Mobile Food Establishment Wastes - PF- Observed waste water tank over flowing. PIC stated waste water was not emptied prior to service. PIC voluntarily closed to empty waste water at commissary. A VR will occur no later than 6/18/20 to ensure waste water tank is emptied before operation to prevent waste water leaking.
Sep 22, 2018 A 95 · 3 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P- REPEAT- Observed slaw (50F), cut tomatoes (57F), heat treated pickled onion (56F) and spring mix (58F) all above 45F. EHS observed only prep unit functioning at 56F. PIC voluntarily closed. A VR will occur no later than 10/1/18 to ensure the unit is properly cold holding TCS foods at or below 45F. NOTE: This violation has been noted out of compliance for several inspection. PIC was informed permit action may occur if the violation is noted again during a visit or inspection.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry.- Observed the front door open without protection from out door pests.
#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.-REPEAT- Observed only cold hold unit functioning at 56F. EHS will follow up with the unit to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
Jun 20, 2018 A 96 · 4 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
Observed 1 pan of pimento cheese holding at 88-102F and 2 pans of pulled pork holding at 134-131F in hot cabinet. CDI items reheated and will be consumed or discarded withing 4 hours. Suggest facility check food temperatures in hot units.
#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 45F or less. -P
Observed all TCS items in reach in unit above 45F. Ambient air temperature says 80F. CDI items pulled and discarded. Verification required.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
4-904.11 Display and handle single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination.
Observed single service forks stored outside on table with no form of protection from contamination.
#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.
Observed generator that was unable to stay on throughout service without being recharged. Facility must ensure generator is in good condition to allow electricity to run through the truck. Verification required.
Feb 17, 2018 A 97 · 6 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 two knives stored clean with visible food debris and grease residue left on them. CDI- EHS moved utensils to dirty side of sink.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf- Observed unit unable to provide a thin probe thermometer. A VR will occur no later than 2/26/18 to ensure unit obtains a thin probe thermometer.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Repeat violation
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. -REPEAT- Observed facility with back door open without a fly screen to protect from insects and outside contaminants.
#38 · 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 employee wearing a metal bracelet on the wrist while preparing food.
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils.- Observed an employee preparing food with a beard however not wearing a beard guard.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf- Observed unit with QUAT sanitizer however could not obtain QUAT test strips. A VR will occur no later than 2/26/18 to ensure unit obtains a proper test kit for the sanitizer used.
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure −1
Follow-up verification required
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf- Observed unit without hot water. Unit has enough utensils to prepare food while in service today from 12PM-5PM. A VR will occur no later than 2/26/18 to ensure unit obtains hot water on the unit.
Jul 19, 2017 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#17 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P. Observed pan of pimento cheese in hot box to finish reheating at 104F after 2 hours. CDI pimento cheeese discarded.. If hot well or hot box cannot adequately reheat food for serivce facility must find other means to reheat food within 2 hours. Suggest facility reheat all foods at the commissary and hot hold on unit..
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed facility with back door opern without a fly screen to protect from insects and outside contaminants.
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure −1
Corrected during inspection
5-103.12 Provide water under pressure to all fixtures.-Pf. Observed water pump that was overheated and was not allowing water to flow from fixtures. CDI pump cooled down and water available for handwashing.
Apr 19, 2017 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#17 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P. NOT A VIOLATION. Observed facility reheating pimento cheese in hot box. Hot box are meant to maintain temperature not to reheat for hot holding. Facility was within 2 hrs of reheating pimento cheese and placed food on time from when it was pulled from reach in unit. Suggest facility reheat all foods at the commissary and hot hold on unit.
#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 pickled onions, cole slaw, and diced sweet potatoe that was dated for today but prepared on previous days. CDI days changed to when food was prepared.
Nov 17, 2016 A 98 · 3 violations
#2 · Management and food employee knowledge, and conditional employee; responsibilities and reporting.
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(M) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF.. Observed employee unable to name major illnesses and symptoms. CDI by education and emailed EHP to post and/or sign.
#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 containers of chips on the floor.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −1
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed chlorine test strips for quat sanitizer. Verification required. Repeat.
Sep 9, 2016 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 45F or less. -P Foods being transported in prep cooler observed above 45 degrees upon arrival to event. Observed lettuce at 50 degrees in make table, 50 degrees inside prep cooler, pimento cheese at 52 degrees. Observed thermometer inside reading 58 degrees. Appears cooler just now starting to operate and chill food down. Be sure to transport cold hold TCS foods at 45 or below. Use ice baths, or coolers or other effective methods until cooler is operating properly below 45 degrees. CDI- PIC will have all TCS foods placed on ice baths to help cool in cooler and all foods to be disposed of 4 hrs since removed from walk in cooler at commissary.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Test strips available were water damaged and in-accurate, need replacing.
GENERAL COMMENT: MFU inspected at Stumptown Park, Matthews NC
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “IMPROPER PIG, THE” or State ID 2060030958). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.