B89
CIRCLE K # 5105
4921 E INDEPENDENCE BV, Charlotte, NC 28227
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060021505
Latest gradeB (89)
Last inspectedSep 9, 2026
Inspections on record26
On record sinceJul 18, 2013
Score history
Jul 18, 2013Higher is betterSep 9, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 9, 2026 B 89 · 10 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1), (4)-(16) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to the operation of the food establishment. -Pf. OBSERVED employees unable to answer questions about food processes and where items necessary for food operation are found. Education material was provided to PIC to assist in food sanitation.
Please visit our resource page, www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a CFPM onsite during inspection. REPEAT
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF Observed no employee health policy at facility. Manager stated that she is updating her files. EHS gave PIC health policy forms for employees to read and sign. VR needed 6-13-25
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf Observed no vomiting diarrheal clean up instructions at facility. CDI. PIC WAS PROVIDED with a written plan.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Wash hands before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single service and single use articles. -P. Observed employees are not washing hands in the facility. Hand sink upfront has not been used. Employees stated that they sometimes use the sink in the bathroom. Education was provided on hand washing and also encouraged to use the sink in the kitchen to wash hands.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
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. Observed the back handwashing sink blocked by boxes. CDI PIC moved the boxes.
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no soap in male bathroom. CDI. PIC replaced.
Repeat
#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 2 container of pico rolls with a date. CDI: Item was 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 .
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 hot dogs in the RI without dates. CDI. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
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 −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed small flies in back kitchen area.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employees without hair covers.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 food debris build up in small reach in cooler and micro wave. Hand sinks needs to be cleaned as well
Jan 12, 2026 A 98 · 2 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a CFPM onsite during inspection. REPEAT
#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 the back handwashing sink blocked by a mop bucket. CDI PIC moved mop bucket.
Jul 3, 2025 A 97.5 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a CFPM onsite during inspection. REPEAT
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF Observed no employee health policy at facility. Manager stated that she is updating her files. EHS gave PIC health policy forms for employees to read and sign. VR needed 6-13-25
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf Observed no vomiting diarrheal clean up instructions at facility. Manager stated that she has ordered a new kit. CDI EHS gave 4 page instructions to PIC
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 boiled peanuts in steam well below 135F. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded.
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
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed pico below 41F at hot dog station. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded.
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 sanitizer bottle stored on counter next to hot dog station. CDI PIC moved sanitizer spray bottle.
Mar 24, 2025 A 94 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a CFPM onsite during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. REPEAT. Observed no soap at back handsink. CDI: Soap was placed at hand sink.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed hand sink in back area without paper towels. CDI: paper towels were placed at sink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
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 with stickers and sticker residue 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 .
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf. Observed pack of hot dogs sitting in sink thawing at room temperature. CDI: Hotdogs were placed in prep unit.
Sep 25, 2024 A 94.5 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager onsite during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. Observed hand sink in back without soap. CDI: Soap was placed at sink.
REPEAT
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed toy being stored inside hand sink. CDI: Item was removed.
#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 with stickers and residue 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 .
#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 container of hotdog rolls with a date of 9/8. CDI: Item was 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 small flies in back kitchen area.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1
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 food debris build up in small reach in cooler and sides of hot roller.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 walls in back kitchen area in need of cleaning. Points not escalated as previous violation was corrected.
Feb 20, 2024 A 93.5 · 8 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No certified food protection manager observed during inspection. -REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
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. Observed large linen holder stored blocking hand sink. CDI- linen holder was removed -REPEAT
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Did not observe soap at front hand sink. CDI PIC provided soap -REPEAT
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a large amount of dried pink syrup in hand sink. CDI-Education was provided to only use hand sink for hand washing and hand sink was sanitized.
#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 2 tongs stored clean with grease and food debris at roller grill area. Tongs had not been used today. CDI-tongs were placed in 3 compartment sink
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 .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Repeat 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 milk based French vanilla creamer and milk based half and half without date labels in creamer dispenser cooler. CDI-PIC labeled milk based creamers with yesterday’s date. -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 .
#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 interior of microwave and back of house hand sink in need of cleaning as well as cleaning needed on counter tops where creamer stations, drink dispensers, and roller grill are located. -repeat
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed men’s toilet out of order, observed 3 compartment sink with leak at faucet. Repair
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned
6-402.11 Toilet rooms shall be conveniently located and accessible to employees during all hours of operation. Observed men’s restroom out of order. Until men’s restroom is repaired women’s restroom will be used as a unisex restroom for all employees.
6-501.18 Maintain handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals clean. Observed dirty hand sink in women's restroom.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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. Observed cracked floor tiles in women’s restroom. 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 cleaning needed on floors and walls of women’s and men’s restroom as well as floors of back area where 3 compartment sink is located.
Oct 17, 2023 A 95 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager during inspection. REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
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 boxes stacked in front hand sink. CDI: Boxes were relocated. -REPEAT-
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Did not observe soap at front hand sink. CDI PIC provided paper towels
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Did not observe paper towels at back hand sink. CDI-PIC provided paper towels
#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 three containers of hot dogs/sausages and one large container of salsa in the reach in cooler as well as 3 Canadian bacon, egg and cheese croissants without date marking. CDI-PIC discarded salsa and croissants and properly dated hotdogs with yesterday’s date. -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 .
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Did not observe a test kit for 3 compartment sink. VR- a 10 day verification visit will be conducted to verify test kit in facility.
#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 interior of microwave and back of house hand sink in need of cleaning.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed faucet leak at 3 compartment sink.
May 31, 2023 A 96 · 5 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed facility without a certified food protection manager during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed boxes stacked in front of and inside of hand sink in the back. CDI: Boxes were relocated.
#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 three containers of hot dogs/sausages without date marks. CDI: PIC dated items.
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 −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P. Observed can of raid in kitchen area. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded item.
#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 multiple bags of trash and other items scattered around waste enclosure. Remove items.
Oct 5, 2022 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 23, 2021 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 9, 2020 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Jun 3, 2019 A 93.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 13, 2018 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 12, 2018 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 15, 2017 A 94 · details not yet loaded
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May 17, 2017 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 29, 2016 A 91.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 23, 2016 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 5, 2015 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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May 13, 2015 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 14, 2014 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 30, 2014 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 18, 2013 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CIRCLE K # 5105” or State ID 2060021505). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.