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A95.5

MCDONALDS #14668

8121 UNIVERSITY CITY BV, Charlotte, NC 28213
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060019920
Latest gradeA (95.5)
Last inspectedOct 9, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceOct 1, 2020

Score history

7085100 Oct 1, 2020: 99.5Feb 19, 2021: 96.5Jul 13, 2021: 96.5Jan 7, 2022: 98Jul 27, 2022: 98May 17, 2023: 95Sep 8, 2023: 95.5Jan 10, 2024: 98Aug 1, 2024: 98.5Jan 10, 2025: 99Jul 3, 2025: 97Jun 29, 2026: 93Oct 9, 2026: 95.5
Oct 1, 2020Higher is betterOct 9, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 9, 2026 A 95.5 · 4 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed can opener heavily soiled with old food debris. CDI- Can opener taken to sink and cleaned. -REPEAT 4-702.11 Utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use, after cleaning.-P Observed employee at 3 comp sink washing dishes without sanitizer. CDI- Dishes soaked in sanitizer. 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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Repeat violation
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several flies in kitchen area. -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 floor fan in need of cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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. 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 low grout at fryer area. Area is collecting food debris and is in need of cleaning.

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Jun 29, 2026 A 93 · 11 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 facility unable to demonstrate what training and how they know employees have been trained regarding the health policy. Manager is knowledgeable and there are fully translated posters throughout the facility regarding foodborne illnesses. Per PIC, this is covered in onboarding and they cannot work without the onboarding. CDI: EHS provided paper copy of updated 3 page employee health policy and PIC reviewed and had staff sign policy during inspection. For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 (G) Wash hands when switching between working with raw food and working with Ready to Eat Food. -P- Observed food employee handle raw steak to place it on the grill and then handle clean utensils to place cooked eggs in and then handle ready to eat items without washing hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on when to wash and food employee washed hands. REPEAT VIOLATION
#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 open case of raw steak stored over bags of fries in drop in freezer. CDI: Fries removed. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 top tray of storage rack for utensils with many utensils/small equipment with grease and debris build up. CDI: Equipment removed for washing and some equipment removed to be taken out of use as PIC stated they do not need it anymore. 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 .
#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 2 containers of egg patties in hot box below 135F. CDI: Product voluntarily discarded. All other hot items held at 135F and above throughout facility. 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 .
#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 items in stacked reach in cooler holding above 41F. Air temp of unit was 45F. Items were relocated to walk in cooler to properly cool to 41F. VERIFICATION REQUIRED within 3 days on or before 7/2/26 to ensure cooler is repaired. REPEAT VIOLATION 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
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 tightly wrapped and then covered container of breakfast burritos cooling in reach in cooler. CDI: Burritos uncovered and moved to the walk in freezer and cooled properly. 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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few fruit flies in the dry storage area. Facility has a contract with EcoLab and they come monthly for routine maintenance. EHS recommends addressing this issue with pest control to ensure pests are controlled in these low traffic areas.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gasket on double stack reach in cooler damaged and bottom door with gap.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster with open lids and door.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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./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 floor tiles throughout. Repair. REPEAT VIOLATION Some improvement as all other violations were corrected.

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Jul 3, 2025 A 97 · 6 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 food employee handle raw food and then return to handle RTE items without washing hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on when to wash and food employee washed hands. 2-301.14 (A) Wash hands after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms. -P- Observed food employee touch face and return to food prep without washing hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on when to wash and food employee washed hands. 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed food employee wash hands and not use a barrier to turn off faucet thus recontaminating hands. Observed food employee wipe hands on apron. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on when to wash and using a barrier and food employee washed hands. -0-
#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 American cheese and raw bacon cold holding in lowboy above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. Observed ambient air of unit at 52F. **3 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED** **FACILITY TO NOT USE UNIT UNTIL REPAIRS CAN BE MADE** -1.5- 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 .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed heavily soiled containers for in-use wiping cloths. -CDI- PIC replenished sanitizer water. -0-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
4-202.11 Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf- Observed multi use container and lid with cracks. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded. -0-
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1
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 NFCS of drink machines in need of cleaning. Observed sauce buildup in cabinets where sauces are kept. Observed milk and other spillage in cold holding units for milk and frappe drinks. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -1-
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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./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 floor tiles throughout. Observed paper towel dispenser at FOH not functioning. Repair. 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 debris on walls near FOH @ drive through cash register, and BOH @ drive thru cash register and handsink. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended.**REPEAT** -0.5- 6-201.15 Mats and duckboards shall be removable and easily cleanable. Observed cardboard being used as a mat at FOH by drive thru window due to damaged floor tiles. Remove.

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Jan 10, 2025 A 99 · 4 violations
#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P Observed burgers cooked to 140F. CDI- Burgers discarded. Manager turned up the temp for grills. Burgers were cooked to test it out. Burgers cooked to above 160F.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 box of single service items stored on the floor in the back storage area near the trash.
#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 roller cart with packaged sauces in need of cleaning. Observed upper plate of orange juice machine in need of cleaning.
#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 floor of walk in freezer in need of cleaning.

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Aug 1, 2024 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 Observed lettuce, burritos, and shelled eggs in the reach in above 41F. The ambient air is 35F. PIC stated that the food was prepped this morning. CDI PIC put foods int he WIC. 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 .

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Jan 10, 2024 A 98 · 3 violations
#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 floating reach in unit housing breaded chicken in need of cleaning. . Observed upper plates of drink machines (orange juice, creamer machines, Frappuccino) in need of cleaning.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed handwashing sink in need of a fix. An out of order sign has been posted. PIC has already called to get hand washing sink fixed.
#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 floors in need of cleaning under and around equipment.

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Sep 8, 2023 A 95.5 · 6 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
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 opened raw burgers stored over fries in the low reach in freezer. CDI- Burgers placed on the bottom. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 hamburgers in the cold drawer holding above 41F. CDI- Burgers 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Repeat violation
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies in kitchen area.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed cold drawers housing burgers in need of cleaning.
#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 tall reach in cooler in need of cleaning. Observed upper plates of drink machines (orange juice, creamer machines, Frappuccino) in need of cleaning.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee phone stored with the single service items.

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May 17, 2023 A 95 · 7 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −3
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 burritos in the walk in cooler held beyond time. CDI- 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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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 lid tightly on breakfast burritos while cooling. CDI- 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies in kitchen area.
#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 several bread on bread racks outside for an extended amount of time, unattended. Items were out of employee/ manager view near the parking lot and exposed to environmental factors. CDI- Bread brought inside.
#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 in wiping cloths in in 0ppm sanitizer. CDI- Buckets refilled.
#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 upper plate of orange machine and creamer machine in need of cleaning.
#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 low grout at the dish machine.

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Jul 27, 2022 A 98 · details not yet loaded

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Jan 7, 2022 A 98 · details not yet loaded

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Jul 13, 2021 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 19, 2021 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 1, 2020 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCDONALDS #14668” or State ID 2060019920). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.