A90
CIRCLE K #8404
7905 SOUTH BV, Charlotte, NC 28273
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060022125
Latest gradeA (90)
Last inspectedOct 1, 2026
Inspections on record22
On record sinceDec 27, 2013
Score history
Dec 27, 2013Higher is betterOct 1, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 1, 2026 A 90 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Food protection certificate is not from an ANSI approved program.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Follow-up verification required
5-203.11(A)/5-204.11 Establishment is required to maintain the required number of hand washing sinks required by Law and for convenient use by employees in areas required by the NC Food Code. - Pf. Observed broken hand sink next to the 3-comp sink. Needs repair. Verification Required
#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. Repeat-Observed all containers and condiment lids had large areas of sticky residue from date mark stickers, remove stickers and residue before W/R/S. CDI-containers moved to be rewashed after scrubbing
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 violationFollow-up verification required
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). Repeat- Observed all but one of the opened packages of dogs, and slaw in refrigerator were not date marked with date package opened. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P. Repeat-Observed grab n go hot case and pizza warming unit use TPHC. TCS foods not discarded at 4 hour mark. Sausage pizza 7:41am, wings 9:32am. Time stamps are for 2 hours so I added another 2 hours to equal 4 hours. Staff needs training on food safety. CDI-items discarded. Kept points at .5 credit since improvement from last inspection.
#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 PIC wearing a watch while food handling.
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure −0.5
Follow-up verification required
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf. Observed hot water was 87F at all fixtures. Verification Required.
Mar 24, 2026 A 93 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Note: Men’s bathroom out of order. Keep bathrooms operable.
#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 all containers and condiment lids had large areas of sticky residue from date mark stickers, remove stickers and residue before W/R/S. CDI-containers moved to be rewashed after scrubbing
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 −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). Observed none of the opened packages of dogs, food in refrigerator were date marked with date bag opened. CDI-items date marked, food may have to be discarded if not date marked during future inspections.
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 .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P. Repeat-Observed grab n go hot case and pizza warming unit use TPHC. TCS foods not discarded at 4 hour mark. Ham, cheese croissant discard time of 11:55am, sausage pizza 9:09AM, cheese burger 12:58, sausage, egg n cheese tornado 9:09AM .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed containers wet stacked on drain board of 3-comp sink. Do not stack together before they air dry.
#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 lid and doors open. Keep closed. No points due to no trash or sludge on ground, no flies.
#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. Repeat-Observed floor in back room with build-up needs a more frequent/thorough cleaning schedule.
Jul 10, 2025 A 93.5 · 7 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 one staff member present during inspection. He said he was new and couldn’t answer any questions. CDI-discussed with staff that training is needed to sell safe food.
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
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed staff member present was not certified.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 sanitizer in spray bottle and 3-comp = 0ppm quat. CDI-demonstrated how to make correct sanitizer filled sink and spray bottle
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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
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 all food in hot grab n go past 4 hour time stamp. Staff printed a ticket iPad printing correct times. Western omelette 8:19AM; deluxe meat pizza 12:23pm; wings, chicken bites, rib sandwich 2:06pm. CDI-all discarded
TPHC procedure template may be found at: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#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 spills inside cabinets in soda area. Keep area clean to not attract pests
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed trash on ground inside dumpster corral and bag of trash and empty beer cans along side of building.
#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 in back room with build-up needs a more frequent/thorough cleaning schedule.
Feb 24, 2025 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P. Observed molded cheese in reach-in. PIC said it was staff food. Moldy staff food stored with facility food. CDI-voluntarily discarded.
#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 Repeat-Observed 1 package of honey hot dogs not date marked. CDI-PIC added discard date. No point increase due to improvements.
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 .
#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-302.11 Supply toilet tissue at each toilet. -Pf. Observed no toilet paper in men’s bathroom. CDI-toilet paper added
6-501.18 Maintain handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals clean. Observed unclean toilet. Clean/check on more frequently.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed staff food intermingled with facility food. Keep staff food below facility food.
Jul 31, 2024 A 95.5 · 6 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed men’s restroom missing handwashing sign.
#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 salsa and Cole slaw cold held at 67 degrees F. CDI, foods 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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 open package of hot dogs and Cole slaw not date marked opened. CDI, items 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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - Observed quant sanitizer testing greater than 400 ppm in 2 spray bottles. CDI, sanitizer diluted to required concentration.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
General comment: 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed stand up reach in freezer with new one ordered per PIC not currently in-use.
#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 black soil residue accumulating behind ice chute.
Feb 7, 2024 A 93.5 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspection
2-101.11 (A) PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF Observed no person in charge during inspections. -CDI food employee called manager on the phone to speak to EHS about having someone in charge that can perform duties.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed nobody will ServSafe certification.
#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 written procedures or kit for vomit and diarrhea. -CDI educated employee and gave out education poster.
#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 handwash sink near 3-comp-sink blocked by several stacks of boxes. CDI-Food employee moved boxes away from sink.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −3
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 hot dog without time stamp. CDI- Food employee voluntarily discarded food.
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P Observed bacon cheeseburger, chicken wings, and rib sandwiches with expired time stamp of 4:00PM. -CDI food employee voluntarily discard food.
Jul 3, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 package of hot dogs in low reach in cooler dated 6-26. CDI - PIC 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 .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
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 hotdogs and burgers held on TPHC without written procedures. CDI - EHS provided template to PIC which was completed during the inspection.
TPHC procedure template may be found at: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
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 hotdogs and burgers held on TPHC without a time stamp. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Corrected during inspection
5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch. -P. Observed pre-rinse sprayer hanging below flood rim of 3-comp. CDI - PIC hung up sprayer above minimum required height.
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Oct 16, 2020 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 8, 2019 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 22, 2019 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 13, 2018 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 29, 2017 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 10, 2017 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 2, 2016 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 25, 2016 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CIRCLE K #8404” or State ID 2060022125). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.