A98.5
CUPLUX COFFEE
3115 FREEDOM DR, Charlotte, NC 28208
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060023935
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedOct 13, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceSep 16, 2022
Score history
Sep 16, 2022Higher is betterOct 13, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 13, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: EHS verified with PIC and recipe book that pumpkin Spice and Caramel mix is heated and cooled.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed black build up on inside of ice machine panel. PIC will call for cleaning service.
#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 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 in low boy cooler container housing several portioned cups of plain cream cheese 10/6-10/20 and garlic cream cheese 9/29-10/13 exceed 7 day date marking parameters, CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded plain cream cheese and garlic cream cheese.
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 .
#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 baseball size hole in wall behind ice machine. PIC stated it was using for nitro system. PIC will have hole covered.
Jun 16, 2026 A 99.5 · 5 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sinkage at FOH hand washing sink. CDI-PIC was given hand washing signage.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insects between and behind RIF and RIC. CDI - PIC removed dead insects. Pest control services establishment once a month. Increase frequency of cleaning in hard to reach areas.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in-use several wet wiping cloths being used to absorb water from clean equipment and utensils on top of prep table. CDI - PIC removed wet wiping cloths.
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed metal ice scoop stored on top of ice machine with pool water. CDI - PIC moved ice scoop to 3-comp-sink.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed white stand up RIF for home use only. (Frigidaire 20.2 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer) LFFH20F3QW. Replace unit with commercial grade.
Oct 28, 2025 A 99 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 3dr Lowboy cooler is currently broken and new unit will be delivery this week with a similar style. Nothing is currently stored inside broken unit.
#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 green liquid being dump into hand washing sink next to ice machine.. CDI - EHS educated on PIC on what hand washing sinks usage. Longer term compliance drinks will be discarded at dump sink.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed in-use 1 out of 5 secondary spray bottles without any form of identification. CDI - PIC labeled secondary spray bottle bleach sanitizer.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a four ceiling tube light shields with dead insects. Increase frequency of cleaning.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths scattered around prep top tables. CDI -PIC placed all wet wiping cloths into red sanitizer bucket.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.13 Provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. Floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. Observed grey rubber floor to wall joint separating off the walls near ice machine and 3-comp-sink.
Jun 6, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: -Backflow prevention device needed at back mop sink if continuous-pressure nozzles are ever attached to hose.
-Oat milk fully used before cooling rate could be obtained. Oat milk is placed in coolers from ambient temperature and typically used before expiration of cooling window.
#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 food debris inside gaskets in lowboys behind 3 compartment sink. Increased cleaning frequency advised. (-0.5)
#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 rust staining on floor near ice machine. (-0.5)
Dec 9, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Crust Punk Baking is a active LLC
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed hand washing sink not secured to wall and loose to touch without any caulking around sink frame.
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed above counter style water rinsing system with black build up around metal base and caulking.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
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 three plastic pipes going into the floor drain with no air gap. Two of the pipes are connected to the ice machine and the other coming out of the wall. 3-DAY VR required.
Jan 18, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 use wet wiping cloths stored directly on prep table. CDI. PIC removed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed waste stored out of dumpsters in the trash area.
Aug 3, 2023 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 15, 2023 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 16, 2022 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CUPLUX COFFEE” or State ID 2060023935). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.