A100
WINGSTOP #51865
5820 E W T HARRIS BV, SUITE K, Charlotte, NC 28215
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600110076
Latest gradeA (100)
Last inspectedOct 23, 2026
Inspections on record15
On record sinceApr 21, 2021
Score history
Apr 21, 2021Higher is betterOct 23, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 23, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Facility no longer blanches fries. Fries are received precooked and frozen.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 24, 2026 A 97 · 4 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 an incomplete employee health policy in the facility during inspection. CDI. PIC was provided one.
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
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. Observed no written procedure for vomit and diarrheal clean up. CDI. PIC was provided a copy.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P Observed employee change gloves without washing his hands. Employee was wearing gloves because he has a bandage on his finger. CDI EHS educated employee and he washed his hands and put on clean gloves.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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. Grease and food buildup inside cooler tops. Clean these areas more frequently. Repeat
Oct 9, 2025 A 94.5 · 8 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge of food borne disease prevention, application of the HACCP principles and the requirements of this code.-Pf. PIC did not know cold holding temperature requirement or what raw chicken to supposed to be cooked to. PIC must demonstrate knowledge of food safety and foodborne illness prevention. CDI - Foodborne illness risk factors explained to PIC during inspection.
Please visit our resource page, www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. Blanched fries measured 67F on speed rack out of temperature control at 3:25pm. PIC stated they were blanched at 10:40am and have been cooling here since then. Use walk-in cooler or freezer to cool TCS foods after preparation. CDI - PIC educated about cooling TCS foods and the blanched fries were 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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 2 bowls of chicken wings measured 76F-93F on prep table. PIC stated these were extras from a batch cooked for an order. TCS foods in hot holding must measure 135F or above. CDI - PIC discarded chicken wings.
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 .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P Blanched fries held using TPHC had a start time of 10:40am and were still being used at 3:30pm. TCS foods held using TPHC must be used or discarded within 4 hours of placing on TPHC. CDI - Blanched fries discarded.
#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 Blanched fries measured 67F and were cooling for 4 hours out of temperature control on a speed rack. Place cooling TCS foods in walk-in cooler or freezer to cool after cooking. CDI - PIC educated on cooling methods and the blanched fries were discarded. 0 pts.
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 .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Clean measuring cup observed ding stored on clean dish shelf on top of floor drain cover. Do not store floor drain cover with clean dishes. CDI - Measuring cup moved to 3-compartment sink to be washed and floor drain cover removed from shelf. 0 pts.
#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. Grease and food buildup inside coolers on line and on shelves and low areas on line. Speed racks in the walk-in cooler also need to be cleaned. Clean these areas more frequently. 0 pts.
#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. Buildup on wall behind 3-compartment sink. Buildup on floors underneath and behind equipment on line. Clean these areas more frequently. 0 pts.
May 5, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Advised PIC to wash the outside of dry ingredient bin.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed sanitizer buckets stored above food and on the shelf with utensils. CDI PIC moved all buckets to the bottom shelves.
Dec 19, 2024 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. Observed open employee drink on the prep table while she was prepping ranch to-go cups. CDI PIC discarded drink.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P Observed employee change gloves without washing his hands. Employee was wearing gloves because he has a bandage on his finger. CDI EHS educated employee and he washed his hands and put on clean gloves.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a wet towel in the handwashing sink. PIC stated that they were cleaning the sink out and left the towel in there. CDI PIC removed towel from the sink.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf Observed blanched fries on speed rack near fryer not labeled with the discard time. PIC stated that she is training a new employee. CDI PIC put time on blanched fries.
#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 in the kitchen without a head covering.
Sep 5, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 22, 2024 A 95.5 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: EHS reminded PIC that bowls used to toss chicken wings has to be w/r/s every 4 hrs or changed out for new bowls.
EHS advised facility to get vegetable wash test strips.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty during inspection. REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed buildup on the shield inside of the ice machine
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf Observed blanched fries on speed rack near fryer on TPHC without time labels. CDI EHS educated PIC by reviewing his written procedures. PIC put discard time on rack. REPEAT
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scooper handle touching fry batter. CDI PIC removed scooper.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.16 (A) Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are easily cleanable. Observed 2 corner strips of wall near WIC detached from wall. PIC stated that he has already completed a work order for the repair.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee cell phone and keys on shelf above prep top. CDI PIC moved items. REPEAT
Dec 11, 2023 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 12, 2023 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jun 14, 2023 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 9, 2023 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 26, 2022 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 21, 2022 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 27, 2021 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 21, 2021 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “WINGSTOP #51865” or State ID 20600110076). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.