A96
MCDONALDS #13361
6428 FAIRVIEW RD, Charlotte, NC 28210
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060014385
Latest gradeA (96)
Last inspectedOct 14, 2026
Inspections on record24
On record sinceAug 1, 2013
Score history
Aug 1, 2013Higher is betterOct 14, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 14, 2026 A 96 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: After PIC and REHS discussion, REHS has determined that all items in hot drawers and cold make line are held on time. PIC able to provide internal SOPs for all items.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. REPEAT
Observed various handsinks throughout kitchen blocked and inaccessible to employees.
CDI - PIC moved items.
1 pt.
#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 REPEAT
Observed various items in grill lowboy holding above 41F during inspection. See temperature chart. Items had been stocked very close to the door of the unit.
CDI - Items pushed deeper into cooler or moved to WIC to cool down.
3 pts.
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 .
#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 build up of food debris in grill lowboy freezer during inspection. More frequent or thorough cleaning necessary to preclude pest harborage.
0 pts.
May 7, 2026 A 94.5 · 5 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (G) Wash hands when switching between working with raw food and working with Ready to Eat Food. - P
Observed grill employee prepare multiple rounds of hamburgers from raw without washing hands between working with raw beef and clean utensils.
CDI - Employee coached on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands.
0 pts.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
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 multiple handsinks blocked and inaccessible to employees during inspection.
CDI - Blockages removed.
0 pts.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P.
Observed sausage burritos prepared at 5:00am holding above 41F during inspection. See temperature chart. Cooling method insufficient to support proper cooling. See violation 33 for further details.
CDI - Burritos voluntarily discarded.
Repeat. 1.5 pts.
For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Observed all TCS foods in grill lowboy holding above 41F during inspection. See temperature chart. Ambient in unit 45F. All items voluntarily discarded. Maintenance contacted during inspection.
72 hour VR required.
Repeat. 3 pts.
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 .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 sausage burritos cooling since 5:00am while in stacked, covered plastic containers in WIC. Burritos did not meet cooling parameters.
CDI - Burritos voluntarily discarded. REHS recommended alternative cooling methods.
Repeat. 1 pt.
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 .
Sep 25, 2025 A 96.5 · 7 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed multiple plastic lids and utensils soiled with food and other debris while being stored as clean. CDI: Items were placed 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 .
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed burritos cooling from 5am this morning at 46F at 11am. CDI: Items were voluntarily discarded.
For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed sliced cheese being held in lowboy cooler above 41F. According to PIC lowboy cooler was not functioning properly. Sliced cheese was voluntarily discarded. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
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
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf. Observed items being held on TPHC without written procedures. CDI: PIC filled out written procedures at end of inspection.
TPHC procedure template may be found at: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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 burritos cooling inside reach in cooler with lid tightly secured on container. CDI: EHS and PIC discussed cooling methods.
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 .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths being held in 0ppm chlorine. CDI: Buckets were changed.
#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 build up of food debris in bottom of reach in freezer. Clean as needed.
May 13, 2025 A 96.5 · 7 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.
Observed two sauce dispenser guns stored as clean with food / grease debris on the insides. CDI - Items were removed to be rewashed.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
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 missing TPHC time sticker for one container of rehydrated onions. CDI - Item was voluntarily discarded.
#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 buckets of sanitizer splashing on to sauce packets in dry storage while they were being prepared. CDI - Buckets were moved.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Observed flies in a few areas of the kitchen.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed.
Observed one employee preparing food while wearing a bracelet. Improvements on personal cleanliness from previous inspection.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
Observed a leaking pre-rinse spray hose.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed one open dumpster door. Improvements made from previous inspection.
Nov 20, 2024 A 98 · 5 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Observed two fruit flies in the area next to the coffee machine.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils.
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed.
Observed employees preparing food with bracelets and ornate rings.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
Observed a large amount of food debris in the bottom of the reach-in freezer.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed open dumpster doors.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions.
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination.
Observed an employee phone stored on top of single service items on the cook line. CDI - Item was removed and single service items was discarded.
Mar 21, 2024 A 97.5 · 6 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 Paper towel dispenser next to the grill is broken and will not dispense. CDI - Manager provided paper towels.
#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 microbial build-up inside of the drink machine ice chute.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed a broken shake machine with 73 degree shake mix inside. Observed all TCS food inside of the reach-in cooler at 44 degrees. CDI - Shake machine will be emptied, cleaned and disabled until it can be repaired. All TCS food ins the reach-in cooler voluntarily discarded. Unit will not be used until it is repaired. 3-day verification 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 three employees without hair restraints.
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed two employees with bracelets and ornate rings.
#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. Observed a large amount of shake mix food debris on the top and sides of the shake machine.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed open dumpster lids.
Oct 23, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 on underside of iced coffee machine. Increase cleaning frequency to prevent buildup. - 0.5 -
Mar 28, 2023 A 98 · 4 violations
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed a team member on the main line engaging in food preparation without a hat/hairnet present. CDI- Hairnet acquired during the inspection.
#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 one damp cloths stored on prep tables throughout facility. CDI - Removed Sanitizer strength was no testing at the correct concentration.CDI- Remixed during the inspection.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Dishes shall be stored in a manner that allows them to effectively air dry. Observed dishes left wet stacked during the inspection. Recommend food establishment to implement pyramid stacking method to allow proper air flow needed to achieve air drying.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed damaged tile inside of the can wash area. Repair as needed
Nov 3, 2022 A 98 · 5 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Ensure that team members are washing their hands according to the procedure and avoiding recontamination of their hand by turning the faucets off with a barrier such as paper towel. Observed team member turn off the faucet with bare hands then go prepare foods. CDI- Person in charge educated team member followed by rewash.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed multiple hand washing sinks without hand washing sign available. CDI- REHS gave hand wash signs during the inspection.
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY Observed sanitizer in 3 comp sink too weak. Contact eco lab to achieve correct concentration for sanitizer. For quat solutions sanitizer must be between 200-400 ppm. Use chlorine solutions until eco lab is able to correct concentration mix at faucet.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.13 Properly locate mechanical insect control devices. Observed mechanical insect control device over a prep station. Ensure that these stations aren’t stored above food preparation areas.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Dishes shall be stored in a manner that allows them to effectively air dry. Observed dishes left wet stacked during the inspection. Recommend food establishment to implement pyramid stacking method to allow proper air flow needed to achieve air drying.
Mar 9, 2022 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 8, 2021 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 24, 2020 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 11, 2019 A 95 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 3, 2019 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 24, 2018 A 93.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 23, 2017 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 3, 2017 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 15, 2016 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 6, 2016 A 95 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 2, 2015 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Jun 5, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 30, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jun 27, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 1, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCDONALDS #13361” or State ID 2060014385). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.