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PUBLIX #1481 MEAT MARKET
9815 ROSE COMMONS DR, Huntersville, NC 28078
Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300392
Latest gradeA (100)
Last inspectedSep 4, 2026
Inspections on record36
On record sinceOct 20, 2014
Score history
Oct 20, 2014Higher is betterSep 4, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 4, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 9, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 1, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 25, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 17, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: EHS discussed cleaning frequency of equipment based on ambient temperature of room.
Ambient temp of meat department was 45F or less, meaning cleaning frequency of equipment may be up to every 20 hours per 4-602.11(D)(2)(a)
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 single use trays not in-use located next to chest used for equipment and utensil storage with food debris and liquid debris accumulation. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded unclean single use trays.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed hand sink located near door leading to seafood department draining slow. PIC stated that the drain may be clogged. EHS observed paper towel ends in second handsink.
Jan 30, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 11, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 26, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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 - Ground beef cooling in WIF above 41F, after 20 minutes food employee removed item to be packaged and then placed into grab n go case. *CDI - EHS intervened and PIC instructed employee to place item back into WIF for another 15 minutes.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
*Observed - 3-comp sink with crevices in-between each compartment of sink making it not easily cleanable. It appears the sink has been repaired in the past where welds are not smooth and easily cleanable. Some areas are very sharp.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Corrected during inspection
5-202.14 Prevent backflow or back siphonage prevention devices installed shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering standards. -P- *Observed - The can wash had a hose attached with a shut off valve at the end of the hose causing continuous pressure. Only atmospheric vacuum breakers are installed at the faucet. These are not designed for continuous pressure. If the hose with the shut off valve will be connected at all times, a backflow prevention device that is designed for continuous pressure shall be installed.*CDI - PIC removed hose attachment that caused continuous pressure.
Dec 15, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
EHS Quinn Kennedy co-led inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 15, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 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 1x box of raw beef “whalburgers” stored above boxes of RTE deli meats like turkey and ham. RTE meats are for “smoked” section in grab/go. CDI- box moved, storage order corrected.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Repeat violation
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 sleeves of meat trays stored on floor in back storage area. CDI- trays moved onto shelving. REPEAT. Note: points left at half demerit, last inspection referenced trays dirty from food debris, this violation is because they are on the floor.
May 5, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 meat trays stored with meat juice and debris. CDI- Items discarded.
Nov 16, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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 white styrofoam trays soiled with food splash/meat juice stored on prep table next to meat prep area. CDI: Food employee discarded.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 slicer blade cover stored as clean soiled with food waste. CDI: Food employee sent to be W/R/S.
Aug 2, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 25, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 4, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 27, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 4, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 18, 2021 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed single use dishes stored by meat cutter with meat splashes on it. Needs to be stored to avoid contamination.
Sep 30, 2020 A 99 · 1 violation
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
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. Observedchicken stored directly on the floor in the WI cooler. CDI. PIC removed.
Jun 29, 2020 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed single use meat trays stored beside the beef cutting station. Trays were contaminated with bloody meat residue. CDI- contaminated trays voluntarily discarded. Spoke to PIC about moving trays to a rack away from meat cutting area.
Dec 12, 2019 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 18, 2019 A 99 · 1 violation
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspection
3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P- Observed beef, uncovered cooling in the walk-in cooler stored underneath the piping of the fan. CDI - Beef was relocated. If product will be stored underneath piping to cool, ensure that it is protected from possible contamination while also not covering it to much that it will not cool properly. -1pt-
Feb 25, 2019 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.Observed trays beside wrapping machine with visible food debris stored as clean . CDI took to rewash.
Aug 16, 2018 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands.-P: Observed food employee turn off faucet with cleaned hands, causing recontamination. CDI- instruction about turning off faucets with barrier, and rewash was done.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
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 opened deli ham, two spinach bags not date marked. CDI- undated food voluntarily discarded.
Feb 22, 2018 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P
Observed observed raw beef skewers and slices stored next to raw chicken and raw chicken skewers without a barrier, observed cubed beef, cube pork, and slice pork stored between raw chicken without a barrier in between, observed raw beef and raw chicken that is packaged in house stored on same shelf without a border to separate. CDI items rearranged and borders added.
Aug 17, 2017 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed black plastic trays stored as clean on the clean drain board and inside the walk in cooler with food debris or greasy build up. CDI all were removed to soak in the wash vat.
#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 opened milk and opened pre-cooked sausage stored without date labels inside the walk in cooler with unknown open dates. CDI by voluntary disposal.
#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 minor build up on the walk in cooler floor inside the market area.
Mar 2, 2017 A 99 · 3 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 meat saw stored as clean with minor residue toward the bottom of the saw. CDI: Instructed employees to ensure that all parts of equipment are cleaned. Employee began cleaning process while inspection continued.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food employee in meat market wearing an adorned ring on their hand.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed utensils stacked wet in both the walk in cooler and under a table in the prep area.
Jan 3, 2017 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 (C) A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution; quaternary ammonium solution shall meet manufacturer's specifications. Observed one sanitizer solution bottle reading 50 ppm. CDI Sanitizer bottle was dumped and refilled to the correct ppm of 150.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned to prevent build-up and debris. Observed food debris on shelf behind wax paper. Make sure to keep all nonfood surfaces clean.
Aug 16, 2016 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed an employee coffe cups stored with single service trays on the back area shelving. CDI by removal.
#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 minor meat debris on one meat slicer blade and a small component behind the blade. The department manager reported that the slicer had already been cleaned and was stored for use. CDI by breaking the unit down to be cleaned and sanitized. All other items were stored clean to the sight and touch.
#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 an opened bag of a cut cabbage stir fry mix with an opened date of 7/28/16 and a manufacturers expiration date of 8/7/16. CDI by voluntary disposal.
#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 build up on the section of shelving used to store ready to eat kits, items inside the main walk in cooler.
May 5, 2016 A 98 · 1 violation
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
2-301.12 Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 seconds, and rinse using running warm water -P Observed food employee wash hands with just water for a second. Did not use proper cleaning procedures. CDI - educated about proper hand washing procedures; advised to wash hands properly.
Feb 24, 2016 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 6, 2015 A 99 · 2 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink stored on storage shelf with single service items. CDI drink discarded.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
(general comment)
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed clean single service meat trays stored with soiled trays exposed to contamination.
Jul 27, 2015 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation - P; Properly store raw meats; Observed raw ground pork stored above raw pork loin; Observed raw ground turkety stored above raw ground pork; Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef. CDI all raw meats properly stored according to final cooking temperature.
May 29, 2015 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 20, 2015 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P Observed raw meat items not properly stored in Ready-to-cook section. Observed ground beef and pork stored over whole muscle beef steaks and pork chops. These items are all packaged by facility. VR.
#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 foam trays stored on shelf with dried raw meat debris.
Oct 20, 2014 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P Observed cubed steak stored over whole intact muscle in display case. CDI-items rearranged in case.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
4-904.11 Display and handle single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination. Observed foam trays stored clean with dried raw animal debris.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PUBLIX #1481 MEAT MARKET” or State ID 2060300392). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.