A99.5

FOOD LION #106 DELI/BAKERY

2526 LITTLE ROCK RD, Charlotte, NC 28214

Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060013753

Latest gradeA (99.5)

Last inspectedOct 27, 2026

Inspections on record37

On record sinceJul 1, 2013

Score history

Jul 1, 2013Higher is betterOct 27, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 27, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations

#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 bags of frozen raw and cooked chicken in WIF with ice built up covering food from leaking HVAC system. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded 4 bags of raw/cooked chicken.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

Repeat violation

REPEAT 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed WIF door heating element for door strip damaged from being burned. PIC has placed work order for WIF heating element strip.

#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 food built up on sliding glass door railing and on heating pad station. Increase frequency of cleaning units.

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Jun 22, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations

Inspector comments: Observed the walk-in freezer door is sticking and not opening properly at times. PIC is aware and is working on having it repaired.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed two hand washing sinks in the deli area and one in the bakery area without a hand drying device. Hand washing sinks need to have a hand drying device available. CDI- PIC had papertowels placed at the hand washing sinks during the inspection. REPEAT.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed the TCS buttermilk hand batter for chicken holding at 72F in the flip top unit. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the batter and replaced it with a new batter that was cooled in the walk-in freezer before placing in the flip top unit. 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 .

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice build-up on the piping on the walk-in freezer fan unit. Also, observed burnt rubber handles on several tongs. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded those tongs.

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Dec 29, 2025 A 98 · 2 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2

Repeat violation

REPEAT 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed hand washing sink without hand washing signage near bakery and near slicer. CDI - EHS gave out hand washing signage. 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 near slicer. CDI -PIC provided paper towels. 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no form of soap at hand washing sink near slicer. CDI - PIC obtained hand soap. 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed display shelving in front of hand washing sink near bakery. CDI -Staff member moved display shelving away from sink. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed soiled baking equipment/utensils inside hand washing sink near bakery. CDI - staff member removed items and cleaning hand washing 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 heavily soiled wrapping pad at wrapping station. PIC will order new wrapping pads.

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Oct 23, 2025 A 96.5 · 5 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed hand washing sink without hand washing signage near bakery. CDI - EHS gave out hand washing signage. 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 near bakery. CDI -PIC provided paper towels. 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no soap to washing hands at hand washing sink near bakery. CDI - PIC obtained hand soap from sales floors. 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed large speed rack of single service boxes and shopping cart blocking hand washing sink near bakery and large box stored on top of hand washink sink. CDI -PIC moved everything away from the area to allow for hand washing.

#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1

Corrected during inspection

3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed open bag/box of fully cooked chicken covered is frost and ice build up coming from A/C unit in WIF. CDI -PIC voluntarily discarded bag/box of chicken and removed everything from underneath A/C unit. Work order has been placed to service WIF A/C unit.

#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 Observed cooked chicken wings of various flavors hot holding below 135F. See temp chart. PIC stated chicken wings were cooked roughly 20 minutes ago. EHS allowed for reheating of chicken wings to 165F. PIC will store chicken wings at Grab&Go hot holding station instead of steam table. Steam table isn't functioning properly. 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 .

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed steam table not functioning properly. PIC will not use this unit for hot holding food till repairs are completed. PIC will call for repairs. 4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed stored clean copper painted measuring spoons with paint chipping on food contact surfaces. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded 2 measuring spoons.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed steady stream of water leaking from plumbing connected to can wash knobs. PIC will place work order.

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Jun 4, 2025 A 96.5 · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Renovations starts June 9th in deli department.

#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 employee rinsing wiping cloths and disposing of cake frosting in hand washing sink. CDI - PIC provided education to employee on the proper use of hand washing sinks.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Corrected during inspection

4-602.11 (A) (2) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, each time there is a change from working with raw foods to working with ready to eat foods. P. Observed slicer that was inproperly cleaned by employee. Deli slicer had food debris and build on blade and other parts that are removable. CDI - PIC provided education to employee and had slicer rewashed deli slicer. 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 .

#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 wet wiping cloths stored on top prep table and bakery equipment. CDI- PIC educated staff on placing wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

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 inside WIF food debris and ice build up all throughout the floors. Increase frequency of cleaning

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Jan 6, 2025 A 97 · 5 violations

#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 Observed two bags rotisserie chicken, three bags of chicken nuggets and four bags of 8-pieces chicken below 135F in hot holding customer case. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food. Thermostat for hot holding unit was reading 180F however service temperature of shelves were at 140F. PIC has placed a worker order for hot holding unit. 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 .

#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 four boxes of single service containers stored on the floor. CDI - PIC moved boxes off the floor.

#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 near deli slicer not seal to wall and very loose to touch. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hot holding unit malfunctioning with inaccurate reading of temperature.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

Corrected during inspectionRepeat 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. Observed customer deli display case railing with food built up, minor ice build up was also observed inside unit. PIC will increase frequency of cleaning of unit.

#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 several ceiling tiles above rotisserie chicken machine with grease build up.

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Aug 13, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies throughout kitchen area. PIC stated they will have pest control increase frequency of visits.

#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. Observed customer deli display case railing with food built up, minor ice build up was also observed inside unit. PIC will increase frequency of cleaning of unit.

#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. Observed six ceiling tiles above chicken rotisserie machine with grease build up and dripping on top of machine.

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Mar 14, 2024 A 97 · 3 violations

#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 in-use sanitizing bottle measuring under 50PPM. CDI - PIC discarded liquid and added new sanitizer measuring about 200 PPM Observed in-use 3-comp-sink sanitizer under 50PPM. CDI - PIC drained compartment and refilled, resulting in about 200 PPM.

#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 is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed cooked chicken in WIC that expired yesterday. CDI - PIC discarded food item. Observed sliced white American and yellow American cheese without any date marking. CDI - PIC placed dates on items from yesterday.

#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 customer display case door seals soiled with food debris, requires cleaning.

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Nov 14, 2023 A 96.5 · 7 violations

#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed wings , cheese sticks, and potato cakes at HH buffet below 135F. PIC stated that she will have the HH unit serviced and that the HH food only last about 1 hour. CDI PIC reheated foods to 185F. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

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 a chubs of sliced salami not date marked. Salami is labeled “keep refrigerated “. CDI PIC dated salami. 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 .

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed sanitizer spray bottle and dawn dish detergent on prep table with food. CDI PIC moved chemical items. REPEAT

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

Repeat violation

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 food on the floor in both the WIC and WIF. REPEAT

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Corrected during inspection

4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single service trays stored unprotected with food contact side facing up. CDI PIC inverted containers.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

Corrected during inspection

#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 keys on prep table. CDI PIC moved keys

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Sep 6, 2023 A 98.5 · 5 violations

#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 Deli meats and cheese chubs in deli case above 41F. The foods in the back portion of the deli case were 41F or below. However, the foods in the front were above 41F. Observed cold cooked chicken wings and parts in grab n go case above 41F. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded all TCS foods that were above 41F and stated he would put in a work order for cases. PIC stated that he would not use the front of the deli case until it has been repaired. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

#23 · Proper date marking & 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 cut salami chubs in deli case with no date mark. EHS educated PIC and dating salami that states “keep refrigerated”. CDI PIC dated salami. 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 .

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

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 spray bottle on prep table. EHS educated PIC on proper chemical storage. CDI PIC moved sanitizer spray bottle.

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying insect trap with large amount of dead insects.

#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 4 boxes of food on the floor in the WIF. CDI PIC put boxes on a shelf.

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Jun 2, 2023 A 99 · 2 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 paper towel dispenser empty at hand washing station. CDI - Station replenished with paper towels. -1-

#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 carton of raw shelled eggs stored above ready-to-eat cheeses, pepperoni and hard salami. No physical evidence of contamination noted. CDI - Raw shelled eggs discarded. -0- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation.

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Jan 24, 2023 A 100 · details not yet loaded