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A99

GUSTAVOS HOT DOGS

3737 ATMORE ST, STE D, Charlotte, NC 28205
Mobile Food · NC permit/State ID 2060031226
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedOct 17, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceDec 13, 2019

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

Score history

7085100 Dec 13, 2019: 97.5May 21, 2021: 97.5Jul 30, 2021: 97Mar 11, 2022: 99.5Feb 24, 2023: 99.5Jun 23, 2023: 99.5Oct 21, 2023: 99Feb 16, 2024: 100Jul 19, 2024: 99.5Nov 22, 2024: 99.5Apr 11, 2025: 100Aug 8, 2025: 99Apr 24, 2026: 99.5Oct 17, 2026: 99
Dec 13, 2019Higher is betterOct 17, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 17, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspected at Coyote Joes on Wilkinson
#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. Observed a metal box was in the bowl of the hand sink restricting it from being used. CDI - box moved.

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Apr 24, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspected at Coyote Joe’s on Wilkinson Blvd.
#36 · Thermometers provided & 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 thermometer would not display a temperature and would just flash. Facility must provide proof of a thin probe thermometer within 7 days. Verification required.

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Aug 8, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection occurred at 4621 Wilkinson BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28208 (parking lot of Coyote Joe’s.) Location and Hours of Operation were provided directly to EHS by PIC.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
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 Observed one (1) bin holding two packages recently opened hot dogs (one pork, one beef) prep unit with no date mark. Per conversation with PIC, TCS foods are used within 24 hours. CDI - EHS attached date label to hot dog bin. Date mark TCS non date exempt foods to be used within 7 days, particularly larger commercial portions. 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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed one (1) sanitizer spray bottle with slightly faded labeling written directly on the bottle. EHS observed sanitizer concentration at approximately 0 ppm chlorine. Directed by food employee (engaged in plating and food prep), EHS located chlorine bleach stored within one (1) unlabeled squeeze bottle in cabinet beneath the hand sink. CDI - EHS added chlorine bleach from available supply to spray bottle until solution reached a concentration of approximately 100 ppm chlorine as tested by EHS and MFU test kits. EHS rewrote sanitizer onto spray bottle using sharpie and affixed label to bleach squeeze bottle. Label chemical containers accordingly.
#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 minor soil splash on walls above 3 compartment sink and steam kettle. Clean walls of MFU as needed.

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Apr 11, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection occurred at 4621 Wilkinson BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Coyote Joe’s parking lot.) Location and Hours of operation were provided to EHS directly via email. Note: per conversation with Coyote Joe’s staff, mobile food unit has changed hours slightly; MFU did not arrive until approximately 9:30 p.m., at which point inspection began.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Nov 22, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection occurred at 4621 Wilkinson BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Coyote Joe’s parking lot) Location and hours of operation provided directly to EHS by food employee via email.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed food employee preparing food (reheating burgers and chicken skewers, etc.) without a hair restraint.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-501.116 Concentration of the SANITIZING solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. Pf Observed chlorine sanitizer solution in labeled sanitizer spray bottle at a concentration of approximately 10 ppm when initially observed using EHS and MFU test strips. CDI - EHS added additional available bleach to sanitizer bottle until a concentration of 50 ppm was observed.

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Jul 19, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection occurred at 4621 Wilkinson BLVD, Charlotte, NC, 28208 (Coyote Joe’s Parking Lot). Location and hours of operation were provided directly to EHS by PIC’s daughter and translator via email. EHS observed English language posters and documentation of Employee Health Information; however nom signed or Spanish language documents were available. EHS provided documents and Food Employee Health Agreements in Spanish and English and observedPIC signature of posted poster.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
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 Observed one (1) large, recently opened bag of mozzarella in prep unit with no date mark. Per conversation with PIC, TCS foods are used within 24 hours. CDI - EHS attached date label to mozzarella. Date mark TCS non date exempt foods to be used within 7 days. 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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed multiple TCS foods (four (4) items in prep top (lettuce, tomatoes, mozzarella and commercial coleslaw portions, and three (3) items in prep underside (chicken kabobs, diced steak, and diced chicken) actively cooling. Ambient temperature of unit was approximately 38F; food items was cooling effectively, with the exception of chicken kabobs. Per conversation with PIC and translator, items were prepared on MFU and stored in cooler. CDI - EHS removed lid from kabobs to improve cooling. Cool all TCS food portions at commissary and transport TCS food at 41F or less at all times. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed two (2) shakers (Salt, seasoning) in use on cook line without a label. CDI - EHS attached labels to shakers.

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Feb 16, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspected at KT's 3737 Atmore

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 21, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed food employee preparing food without a hair restraint. CDI- employee put on a hair restraint.
#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 hot-holding unit for chili and nacho cheese.

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Jun 23, 2023 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: EHS observed MFU arrive without power to cold holding equipment. PIC stated the equipment was not on since the commissary is less than 15 mins form operation location. Permit states during transit equipment must be maintained in use to ensure proper cold and hot temps are maintained during transit. Permit action shall occur if the violation is noted on next inspection or visit.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed shakers in use on cook line without a label.
#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 ketchup packets stored on the floor near back door.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-304.13 If not in use, a water tank and hose inlet and outlet fitting shall be protected using a cover. Observed waste water outlet on the underside of the mobile food unit with only ball valve in place.

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Feb 24, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed chicken sticks cooling on prep cooler on unit in a covered containers. The chicken sticks were stacked five-high. CDI- chicken sticks were placed on shallow pan and broken down to one layer of uncovered containers. 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .

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Mar 11, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 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. Facility does not have a diarrheal and vomiting procedure on hand. CDI- documents were provided to establishment by inspector.
#36 · Thermometers provided & 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 . For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI Thermometer was not working at time of inspection. VR- facility has up to ten days to provide a working thermometer.

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Jul 30, 2021 A 97 · 3 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 green salsa, sour cream, chicken, and cheese all above 41F see temp chart. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the items. PIC stared the prep unit is not functioning while in transit. NOTE: Permit states PIC shall provided power to MFU cold holding and hot holding equipment while in transit. If the violation occurs again pemrit action will occur.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - Observed hood system and cooking equipment with food and grease residue build up. Clean as often as needed to prevent ad reduce build up.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-304.13 Protecting Inlet, Outlet and Hose Fitting - Observed waste water outlet not in use and not protected.

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May 21, 2021 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#20 · 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 chicken, cheese, cut lettuce, cut tomatoes, green salsa, sour cream, and hot dogs all above 41F. See temp chart. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the items.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed several in use squeeze bottles and shakers in use on the cookline without a label.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest - Observed a large amount of dead bugs on the light shield. 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. - Observed flies throughout the MFU. 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. - Observed door and window open without protection from outdoor pests.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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 light shield with dead bugs and grease residue build up.

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Dec 13, 2019 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Wash hands before donning gloves and between gloves uses. Wash hands after activities that contaminate them. -P- Observed PIC preparing raw chicken with gloved hands. PIC discarded gloves and don new gloves without a proper hand wash in attempt to prep RTE foods. CDI- PIC was informed of the violation and corrected the employee before any cross contamination occurred. After instruction was provided EHS observed proper hand washing.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
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- Observed cut tomatoes, cut lettuce, hot dogs, sausages, slaw, and salsa all prepared today and wold kept longer than 24 hrs if not sold according to the PIC. CDI- PIC date marked all items. NOTE: If TCS foods are made and may be kept longer than 24hrs they need a date mark.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
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 RTE foods and cooking with long hair however, not wearing the proper cover.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GUSTAVOS HOT DOGS” or State ID 2060031226). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.