A99
MATTHEWS ATHLETIC RECREATION ASSOCIATION MAIN
1200 S TRADE ST, Matthews, NC 28106
Limited Food · NC permit/State ID 2060140596
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedOct 28, 2026
Inspections on record8
On record sinceMay 9, 2023
Score history
May 9, 2023Higher is betterOct 28, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 28, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Observed 1 spray bottle of sanitizer with no identifying labeling. -1-
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 1 ceiling tile missing in dry storage directly above food and drink storage. CDI - PIC located ceiling tile and placed in correct spot. -0-
May 11, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Repeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P. Observed hamburgers hot holding below 135F. CDI: Items were voluntarily discarded. EHS observed final cook for hamburgers at 172F. After discussion with PIC, facility will add cheese on to burgers on grill to melt and place buns on grill to warm before wrapping up burgers. PIC also turned up steam well to high and EHS observed items hot holding correctly. EHS did not increase points due to hot dogs all being held correctly and previous inspection was under a different owner. Points will increase in future inspections if hot holding is found to be out of compliance. EHS advised to turn on all equipment earlier.
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 .
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed small waste receptacles in women’s restroom near main concession stand with lids broken off in all of the stalls. Repair or replace.
Oct 6, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-702.11 Utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use, after cleaning.-P. Observed food employee wash and rinse container then place as clean without sanitizing. CDI: Container was placed back in sanitizer.
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 , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#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. Observe hot dogs and hamburgers hot holding below 135F. Water in hot well was 132F. CDI: Items were voluntarily 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & 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 flooring near ice machine, refrigerators and hot box peeling up. Replace.
Apr 29, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: The only items actively being prepped upon arrival were the hot dogs.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 13, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager onsite. -1-
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. - Pf. Observed towel dispenser unable to dispense hand towels. CDI - PIC procured hand towels. -0-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed handle on frigerator unit in disrepair and towel dispenser unable to dispense hand towels due to jammed lever handle. Repair. -0.5-
Jun 12, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation
#40 · Personal cleanliness −1
Repeat violation
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employees handling food without the use of hair restraints. Use hair restraints to protect food, equipment and utensils from contamination. REPEAT
Oct 18, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#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 simple green being stored under 2 compartment sink without a label. CDI: PIC labeled bottle.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −1
Repeat violation
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employees handling food without the use of hair restraints. Use hair restraints to protect food, equipment and utensils from contamination. REPEAT
May 9, 2023 A 99.5 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed one (1) opened box of frozen beef burger patties stored above ready to eat corn dogs in reach in freezer. CDI - Storage order was switched to prevent potential contamination. EHS provided reach in unit storage order guides to PIC.
For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Observed two (2) household pesticides (red ant bait and wasp spray) stored with other chemicals in concession stand. CDI - PIC voluntarily removed pesticides from food service area.
#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 two (2) food employees operating without effective hair restraints.
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed PIC engaging in food prep (burger cooking) with wristband.
#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 serving nacho trays with exposed food contact surfaces. CDI - Trays were reoriented to prevent potential contamination.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MATTHEWS ATHLETIC RECREATION ASSOCIATION MAIN” or State ID 2060140596). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.