A97

7-ELEVEN #35545H

10700 OLD REAMES RD EXT, Charlotte, NC 28269

Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060022810

Latest gradeA (97)

Last inspectedOct 19, 2026

Inspections on record20

On record sinceApr 22, 2015

Score history

Apr 22, 2015Higher is betterOct 19, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 19, 2026 A 97 · 4 violations

#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 rear handwashing sink next to three compartment sink blocked by equipment. CDI - Equipment was removed. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed handwashing sink in food prep area with employee mug stored inside. Observed handwashing sink near coffee station with disassembled coffee maker stored inside. CDI - Items were cleared from handwashing sinks. PIC has been advised to use handwashing sinks for handwashing only. -REPEAT- -2 points-

#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 container of mini tacos in hot holding station with a hot holding temperature of 125F. CDI - Mini tacos were discarded. -0 points- 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 .

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed sliding door open on dumpster. Keep sliding doors and lids closed when not in use. -0 points-

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

Repeat violation

6-501.16 Store mops for air drying after use. Observed mop stored in can wash in a manner that will not facilitate air drying. 6-501.113 Store tools such as brooms, mops, and vacuum cleaners in an orderly manner to facilitate cleaning of the storage space and so they do not contaminate other items. Observed leaf blower, power washer, and brooms stored near can wash near stored food items. 6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed abundance of cardboard boxes and damaged merchandise stored throughout storage areas. 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 build up of food debris and soil on floors in food preparation and storage areas. Observed build up of debris on floor under condiment station. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning throughout. -REPEAT- -1 point-

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Jun 4, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed soiled tongs and spatula stored in handwashing sink behind hot holding area. CDI - All items removed and taken to three compartment sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. -1 point-

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed houseflies around front food preparation area. -0 points-

#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5

2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed employee preparing food while wearing bracelets. -0.5 points-

#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 build up of food debris and soil on floors in food preparation and storage areas. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0.5 points-

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Oct 1, 2025 A 98 · 5 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 employee health policy missing information pertaining to Nontyphoidal Salmonella. An updated employee health policy was given to PIC to post in establishment. -0 points- For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

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 for responding to vomit/diarrheal events. CDI - A written policy was given to PIC. -0 points- For more information 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 commercially made saurkraut at customer case holding at 47F. Observed pre-made cheese pizza in reach in portion of customer case holding at 50F. CDI - All items were discarded and equipment has been taken out of service. PIC has called technician for repair. PIC has been advised to conduct frequent temperature checks of TCS foods to ensure TCS foods are in cold holding at 41F or less. -1.5 points- 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 .

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed customer case/low boy reach in combo unable to maintain TCS foods at 41F or less. Fan unit in equipment was completely frozen and unable to circulate cold air. Equipment was taken out of service. -0 points-

#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 fan near food prep area with heavy dust build up. Recommend more frequent and thorough cleaning. -0.5 points-

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Apr 4, 2025 A 96 · 6 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed food debris in front hand sink. CDI- EHS discussed handsink usage with PIC.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed food and liquid debris accumulation on roof of microwave cavity.

#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 traditional wings and buffalo wings temping below 135F. CDI- PIC removed items to be reheated to 165F or above. 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 .

#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 sauerkraut dated 4/2-4/9 in condiment bar and creamers dated 4/3-4/17. CDI- PIC adjusted dates to fit into proper 7 day parameter. 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 .

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −2

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of pizzas stored less than 6 inches above floor in WIC. *REPEAT* 3-306.13(B)(C) Consumer self-service operations shall have utensils or effective dispensing methods to protect the food from contamination and be monitored by trained food employees.-Pf. Observed consumer self-service operations being maintained with 1 tong per 4/5 TCS food item. CDI- EHS had PIC provide utensils for each TCS food offered.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −1

Repeat violation

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 bag of Single service card board trays stored below hot box on frontline with food debris. CDI- EHS discussed locations and solutions for storage of single service trays. *REPEAT*

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