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A95.5

SLEEP INN UNIVERSITY PLACE

8525 N TRYON ST, Charlotte, NC 28262
Limited Food · NC permit/State ID 2060140631
Latest gradeA (95.5)
Last inspectedOct 8, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceOct 31, 2024

Score history

7085100 Oct 31, 2024: 97.5Mar 20, 2025: 98Oct 24, 2025: 96Apr 28, 2026: 97.5Oct 8, 2026: 95.5
Oct 31, 2024Higher is betterOct 8, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 8, 2026 A 95.5 · 9 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF Observed employees without knowledge of employee health policy. CDI- EHS left copy and educated employees. For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed apples stored over ready to eat items in tall reach in. CDI- Apples placed on below RTE items. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 Observed sanitizer in 3rd basin at 3 comp sink, 0ppm. Dispenser is not pulling enough sanitizer. Get dispenser looked at. CDI- PIC hand mixed sanitizer to proper concentration. 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 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 PIC go and grab soiled thermometer from storage to temp reheated eggs. CDI- Thermometer cleaned prior to use.
#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 (C), (D) Reheat commercially processed, ready-to-eat food to 135F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed eggs reheated to 115F. CDI- Reheated to 174F.
#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 bottle of sanitizer without label. CDI- Labeled. 7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed 2 bottles of sanitizer bleaching out test strips. CDI- Bottles diluted to proper concentration.
#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 food handling employee without hair restraint.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed rusted beverage cooler shelving.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed test strips for QUAT expired. Observed no bleach test strips for bleach sanitizer. CDI- PIC got test strips when manager came.
#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 light cover near toasters hanging off wall. Observed hole in wall beside light cover behind tall reach in. Observed hole in window pane, leading to outside. Get items fixed.

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Apr 28, 2026 A 97.5 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: EHS reminded PIC that permit expires on 10/22/26. Please call the main office at 980-314-1620 to request permit renewal closer to but no later than 10/1/26 to ensure no lapse in food service.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed apples over milk cartons and ready to eat sausage patties. CDI: Items relocated. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-602.11(C) Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing shall be prominently labeled in plain view with the manufacturer label provided with the food, or another method of identification that includes the information in 3-602.11 (B)(1), (2), and (6). Observed no labels on bulk cereal dispensers. Labels and the following information shall be provided: common name of the food, ingredients (including sub ingredients) in descending order, and nutritional labeling as required by the CFR.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & 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 box of syrup in pantry stored less than 6” from the floor. CDI: Syrup moved to shelf. Observed food items stored on shelf in kitchen less than 6” off the floor.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster door open. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed missing drain plug on dumpster.
#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 minor wall damage behind prep table and oven and peeling paint on wall near door. Repair areas to be smooth and easily cleanable.

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Oct 24, 2025 A 96 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: EHS provided updated EHP.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −4
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed food employee wash hands and not use a barrier to turn off the faucet, thus recontaminating hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on using a barrier to turn off faucet and food employee rewashed hands. **REPEAT** -4-
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed cream cheese in small display cooler at 43F. Observed ambient air at 43F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. Unit was lowered and ambient air observed at 34F by end of inspection. -0- 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
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)./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 milk in RIC with no date marks. Per PIC, items was opened 2 days prior. -CDI- Food employee properly date marked items. -0- 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 .

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Mar 20, 2025 A 98 · 5 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed employee clean counters and proceed to handle food without changing gloves and washing her hands. CDI EHS educated employee and she stopped and washed her hands.
#40 · 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 handling food without washing jewelry on her arm.
#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 the outside of juice machine with buildup near the dispense nozzles.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered trash in the female restroom.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee medicine in the reach in freezer with customer food. Also observed employee drink on the drain board of the 3 comp sink.

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Oct 31, 2024 A 97.5 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: EHS advised facility to routinely clean the underside of the juice dispenser near the nozzles. EHS advised facility to invert single service bowls and plates in the buffet area. PIC stated that they are not going to be offering boiled eggs.
#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 employee wash his hands for less than 20 seconds and then turn the water off with his clean hands w/o a barrier. CDI EHS educated employee and he rewashed his 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 .
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at the kitchen handwashing sink. CDI PIC provided paper towels. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hose from ecolab dispenser in the handwashing sink. PIC stated that this is the old dispenser that is not used any longer. Maintenance will completely remove the unit.
#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 a container of boiled eggs on the drain board of the 3 comp sink at 53F. PIC stated that he took them out of the cooler about 30 min ago. CDI EHS educated PIC and he discarded the eggs. 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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of syrup directly on the floor in the pantry closet. CDI PIC put items on a shelf.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Corrected during inspection
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 vent cover attached from the wall in the pantry closet.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SLEEP INN UNIVERSITY PLACE” or State ID 2060140631). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.