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A98

FLIGHT

1949 E 7TH ST, UNIT 3, Charlotte, NC 28204
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111027
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedOct 8, 2026
Inspections on record7
On record sinceAug 21, 2024

Score history

7085100 Aug 21, 2024: 97.5Feb 6, 2025: 97May 29, 2025: 99Oct 14, 2025: 98Feb 11, 2026: 98.5Jun 23, 2026: 99Oct 8, 2026: 98
Aug 21, 2024Higher is betterOct 8, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 8, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
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 prosciutto (10/1), white cream sauce (9/23), goat crema (9/28), and pizza sauce (10/1) held past its 7-day shelf life. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the foods listed. 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 .
#25 · Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods −0.5
Follow-up verification required
3-603.11 (A) Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf -Observed no consumer advisory for salmon that may be served raw or undercooked. Observed proper consumer advisory disclosure and reminder at bottom of menu for additional foods that require consumer advisory. -Add asterisk to salmon to reference the consumer advisory statement at the bottom of the menu. -10 day verification visit required.-
#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 employee not wearing a head covering to restrain hair. Use hair restraints (hat, hair net, bandana, etc.) when handling food to prevent contamination.
#42 · Washing fruits & vegetables
3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. -Observed in-use (sliced) apple in prep cooler, with sticker still intact. Remove stickers on produce during the wash process.

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Jun 23, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. -Observed large pitcher stored inside handsink. -CDI- PIC removed pitcher from sink to make it accessible for use.

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Feb 11, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 cooked octopus and cooked beets held past their 7-day timeframe. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded both foods. -REPEAT- 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 .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. -Observed wiping cloth stored in 0ppm quat sanitizer. Observed sanitizer dispenser at 3-compartment sink dispensing 0ppm quat (line was not pulling sanitizer from container). -CDI- PIC fixed dispenser and re-made sanitizer solution/bucket to 200ppm quat.

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Oct 14, 2025 A 98 · 4 violations
#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). -Observed chicken skewers in prep unit low reach-in cooler without a date mark. -CDI- PIC verified cook date of skewers by referencing large batch in WIC and properly added date mark for yesterday, 10/13. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Repeat violation
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. -Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen. -REPEAT-
#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 buildup of dust/debris along shelves storing clean dishes, above 3-compartment sink. Increase frequency of cleaning.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. -Observed employee jacket stored among dry food storage for customers. -CDI- PIC relocated employee jacket.

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May 29, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility is catering one item, pesto which has Parmesan as only TCS ingredient. Item will be transported with ice in cooler. Facility is allowed to cater this time with only this item. Facility is NOT permitted for catering. Facility is ONLY permitted for large pick up orders. Any further catering service (delivering, full catering event) will need to go through health department for consideration of editing permit. Facility may add scallops to menu, cooked fully, cooked to order. EHS approved
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few flies flying around prep area.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed a few containers still wet and stacked on top of each other. Allow containers to completely air dry before stacking.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed some trash and refuse outside dumpster. Shared dumpster needs to be cleared of any garbage outside and around dumpster.

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Feb 6, 2025 A 97 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed multiple items in prep top on right holding above 41F. PIC stated items are not held in prep top over night and are temped when placed in and before returning to WIC. PIC pulled prep top away from wall. Ambient was 38F. CDI All items had been in prep top less than 2 hours and were placed back into WIC to re cool rapidly. PIC will send temp sheets over next two week to confirm temperatures are holding 41F and below. Repeat 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 .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed tuna thawed still sealed in ROP. CDI PIC removed tuna from ROP environment.

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Aug 21, 2024 A 97.5 · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Facility is cooking and cooling the following items: Sausage Tomato sauce Cream sauce Chicken Meatballs Mushrooms Peppers Broccoli Will be moving to a category 4 facility.
#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 several items on left side of prep unit near prep sink holding above 41F. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded items, and moved pre unit away from wall to increase air flow. 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
3-501.18 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 opened container of ricotta with date mark of 8/11. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded. 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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few flies flying around prep area.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed wine stored in boxes directly on floor. Store wine and all beverages and consumable items for the public 6 inches above the floor.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping clothes in quat sanitizer testing at 0 ppm. CDI bucket refilled and tested correctly.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed a few containers still wet and stacked on top of each other. Allow containers to completely air dry before stacking.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf Observed no thermometer for testing sanitizing temp for the dish machine. VR required.
#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 stickers and sticker residue on the bottom, non food contact surface, of containers stacked clean. The stickers were not touching next container on the food contact surface.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FLIGHT” or State ID 20600111027). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.