A97.5
AFC ZENSHI @ PUBLIX # 1474
8315 MAGNOLIA ESTATES DR, Cornelius, NC 28031
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060024315
Latest gradeA (97.5)
Last inspectedOct 21, 2026
Inspections on record6
On record sinceDec 20, 2024
Score history
Dec 20, 2024Higher is betterOct 21, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 21, 2026 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P
Observed raw spicy tuna stored above avocados in the walk-in cooler. CDI - Items were moved to the correct order.
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods.
Observed unwashed vegetables stored above ready-to-eat sushi.
#29 · Compliance with variance, specialized process, reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan −1
Corrected during inspection
8-103.12 Comply with the procedures in the HACCP plan as submitted and approved as part of a variance or local approval. Maintain approval and records as required.-P/Pf
Observed missing records for today’s sushi rice. CDI - Employees conducted pH test and recorded records for today.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions.
Observed an employee phone stored on a prep surface.
Jun 26, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: HACCP / Parasite Destruction records verified and complete
Inspection completed with EHS-Intern, Ericka Jolley
#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 sushi chef preparing food while wearing a watch and bracelet.
Jan 8, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: EHS recommends printing out 2026 parasite destruction letters. Employee was able to provide updated letters on his phone.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 11, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 5, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 20, 2024 A 99 · 4 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge of food borne disease prevention, application of the HACCP principles and the requirements of this code.-Pf. PIC PAU, UNABLE TO ARTICULATE SUFFICENT KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES. CDI COACHED USING HANDOUTS IN BLUE BOOK
Please visit our resource page, www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety.
#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 PIC , PAU UNABLE TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT KNOWLEDGE REGARDING SYMPTOMS OF SICK EMPLOYEES, EVEN AFTER BEING SHOWN THE APPROPRIATE HANDOUTS TO REFERENCE. CDI COACHED WITH HANDOUTS
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 PIC PAU, UNABLE TO LOCATE WITHIN THE BLUE BOOK THIS SOP
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P OBSERVED PIC PAU WASH HANDS FOR LESS THAN 20 SECONDS. CDI COACHED
For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “AFC ZENSHI @ PUBLIX # 1474” or State ID 2060024315). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.