A98.5

FOOD LION #1585 DELI

9548 MT HOLLY-HUNTERSVILLE RD, Huntersville, NC 28078

Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060021256

Latest gradeA (98.5)

Last inspectedOct 19, 2026

Inspections on record26

On record sinceNov 5, 2013

Score history

Nov 5, 2013Higher is betterOct 19, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 19, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed paper towel dispenser unable to provide paper towels at one hand sink. PIC stated that it probably needs batteries CDI: PIC placed box of paper towels at hand sink.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Follow-up verification required

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed chicken wings and rotisserie chicken in front row of chicken grab n go case measuring above 41F in temperature. Observed sliced and packaged cheeses in a different grab n go case measuring above 41F in temperature. PIC stated that chicken products and cheese had both been in the units overnight. EHS observed ambient temperatures of cases measuring 38F. PIC stated that a technician will be called to ensure the units are operating properly. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded chicken products and cheeses. Verification visit required within 3 days to ensure cold holding compliance. 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 .

#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 containers of floor cleaner, sanitizer and other chemicals stored on shelf above and beside single-service/use items. CDI: PIC relocated chemicals to bottom shelf.

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May 11, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation

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

Repeat violation

-REPEAT- 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of gnocchi on the walk-in cooler floor. CDI - PIC moved box to cooler shelving.

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Nov 12, 2025 A 97 · 7 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed missing hand wash signs in the restrooms.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed 3 packages of 43-45 degree grab-n-go chicken wings due to them being stacked too high. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded. Improvements made from previous inspection.

#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5

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). 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 one open chub of bologna without a date mark. Observed one open package of bologna without an expiration date of 12/9/25. CDI - Both items were voluntarily discarded.

#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 one box of chicken stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler.

#40 · Personal cleanliness

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.

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed rust forming on two drying racks. Manager stated that new ones have been ordered.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed a broken dumpster lid.

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Jan 23, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

*REPEAT* 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- *Observed - Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Bone in wings and Boneless wings above 41F. However, most of the products were below 41F, top row of stacked product temped above 41F. Bottom rows were in compliance. *CDI - All items above 41F were voluntarily discarded by PIC. 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

#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 - Box of frozen chicken tenders stored directly on the floor of WIF. *CDI - PIC removed boxes from floor placing them on shelf in WIF.

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Jul 8, 2024 A 97 · 3 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 - Rotisserie Chicken, Rib Bites, hot wings and BBQ wings above 41F in Grab N Go. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded items and discussed new way of doing things to ensure proper cold holding temperatures are achieved. 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 .

#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.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. *Observed - Dust build up on WIC vents in need of cleaning.

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

Repeat violation

*REPEAT* 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 and black build up in hard to reach areas of deli. Discussed with PIC that these areas could use more frequent thorough cleaning.

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