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A98.5

FOOD LION #2862 MEAT MARKET

1620 ASHLEY RD, Charlotte, NC 28208
Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300530
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedSep 28, 2026
Inspections on record18
On record sinceMay 24, 2021

Score history

7085100 May 24, 2021: 99.5Aug 10, 2021: 99Dec 21, 2021: 100Apr 28, 2022: 100Jul 18, 2022: 98.5Dec 2, 2022: 100Jan 19, 2023: 100Jun 1, 2023: 100Aug 17, 2023: 99.5Nov 8, 2023: 99.5Mar 13, 2024: 99.5Aug 5, 2024: 97.5Nov 5, 2024: 96.5May 20, 2025: 98Sep 5, 2025: 97.5Jan 28, 2026: 97May 27, 2026: 99Sep 28, 2026: 98.5
May 24, 2021Higher is betterSep 28, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 28, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Observed drying drain board and back splash of 3-comp-sink #1 with displaying rust.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed two cutting boards discolored with deep grooves and scores marks on both sides. PIC will have units replaced. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed 3-comp-sink 'RINSE COMPARTMENT" missing commercial sink drain with twist lever handle missing. PIC will place work order.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT 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 black and pink build up along caulking/wall of 3-comp-sink. Increase frequency of cleaning.

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May 27, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed all four cutting boards with deep groves/score marks, black build up and dark stains on both sides. PIC stated new cutting boards that were ordering were the incorrect size. PIC will order new cutting boards.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT 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 3-comp-sink #1 with pink and black build up on wall and caulking. PIC will have work order placed for caulking. Increase frequency of detailed cleaning.

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Jan 28, 2026 A 97 · 4 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no form of hand drying at hand washing sink #1 next to 3-comp-sink #1. CDI - PIC obtained paper towels. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hand washing sink #2 with food debris that resembled fruit inside hand washing sink next to 3-comp-sink #2. CDI - PIC cleaned out hand washing sink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed meat grinder with food build up and debris as cleaned. PIC stated grinder was cleaned yesterday. CDI - PIC will have meat grinder cleaned in great detail. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed pieces of equipment and items from grinder stored inside grey bin with food debris and build up stored as clean. CDI - PIC moved items back to wash compartment to be rewashed. 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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed hand washing sink #1 & #2 loose and not sealed to wall. PIC will place work order. 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards with black stains and deep score marks. PIC will discontinue use and order new cutting boards.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 3-comp-sink #1 with pink and black build up on wall and caulking. PIC will have work order placed for caulking. Increase frequency of detailed cleaning.

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Sep 5, 2025 A 97.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection lead by Helen McDonald
#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 PIC test spray bottle labeled for sanitizer with facility test strips with no measurable concentration (0PPM) of quaternary sanitizer. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded contents of spray bottle. 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
#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 spray bottle labeled "sanitizer" containing block whitener. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded bottle contents.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19/4-202.16 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. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed 3-comp sink with rust build up on air drying drainboard. PIC to address issues.
#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 FRP backsplash at 3-comp sink with pink and black build-up. Observed floor drain without a cover by lunchmeat WIC posing a tripping hazard . PIC to address cleaning frequency of backsplash and order drain cover. PIC placed "wet floor" pylon over uncovered drain for safety until cover can be replaced.

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May 20, 2025 A 98 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hand washing sink next to 3-comp-sink with a chemical container stored inside. CDI - PIC removed chemical container
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ceiling A/C unit leaking water leaving a puddle of water on the floor. CDI - PIC will place work order. EHS suggested to not place any single service items or food containers underneath A/C unit.

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Nov 5, 2024 A 96.5 · 5 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink. CDI - Employee provide box of paper towels.
#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 clear spray bottle with green degreaser not labeled on chemical rack. Spray bottle had description of pure white oil. CDI - Employee discarded spray bottle.
#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 A/C unit leaking water onto boxes of food in walk in cooler. CDI - EHS suggested not keeping boxes of food underneath A/C unit. PIC moved boxes away from A/C unit.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat 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 several black single service plates stored on the floor near 3-comp-sink. CDI - PIC moved boxes to storage cart.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gasket for walk in cooler door torn and damaged not allowing door to fully close properly. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed second 3-comp-sink not functioning for unknown reasons. Observed 3-comp-sink is being used for storage of single service items.

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Aug 5, 2024 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed stored clean meat grinder auger with built up rust. White residue was observed inside grinding machine that seems to flake off. EHS instructed employee to rewash machine. CDI- PIC stated new auger has been ordered and rewash meat grinding machine. 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 .
#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 water dripping on single service boxes inside walk in cooler from A/C system. CDI - PIC relocated single service to go containers.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken reach in cooler being used for storage of equipment and utensils. PIC stated they are going to remove reach in cooler. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn and discolored. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed wall mounted chemical dispenser leaking quaternary sanitizer into 1st and 2nd compartment of 3-comp-sink.
#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 inside bottom portion of reach in cooler pooling water and debris. Reach in cooler is currently not working and is being used for storage of equipment and utensils.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.13 Provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. Floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. Observed wall to floor juncture with torn and hanging seal with heavy between juncture.

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Mar 13, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.1(A)(2) Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed A/C unit in walk in cooler leaking water directly onto a few boxes of meat. CDI - PIC moved boxes away from A/C unit and placed work order.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed one cutting board that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized properly from the score and deep scratch marks. CDI - PIC voluntarily discard cutting board and replaced. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed RIC not working used for storage. Observed 1 out 2 3-Comp-sink working properly. CDI - PIC stated work order is in for ECOLAB to come and fix. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed RIC cooler not currently working and is being used for equipment storage.
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
Follow-up verification required
5-501.17 Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered (C) Observed female restroom without garbage cover.

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Nov 8, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed expired test kits in the facility during inspection. CDI. PIC ordered new ones.

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Aug 17, 2023 A 99.5 · 4 violations
#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 employee working with food without a hair cover. Needs to be have one.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed water leaks from the pipes in the prep area. PIC indicated that a work order has been placed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed one of the hand sinks without a waste bin.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 standing water on the floor and moldy floor from water leaks. Needs to be cleaned.

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Jun 1, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 19, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Dec 2, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jul 18, 2022 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 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 ground beef and ribeye in the customer self serve that were above 41F. Items were put out before EHS arrival. CDI-foods were placed into the WIC to rapidly cool back down. EHS advised PIC to either wrap meats after they are sliced and come out of the WIC or to wrap the meats place them in the WIC for longer period of time than 10-15 min.

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Apr 28, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Dec 21, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Aug 10, 2021 A 99 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
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 stained and damaged walls in meat room near floor.

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May 24, 2021 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf No thermometer in department. Staff had to go into the retail portion to obtain a new thermometer.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FOOD LION #2862 MEAT MARKET” or State ID 2060300530). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.