A100
AFC ZENSHI @ PUBLIX #1518
4425 RANDOLPH RD, Charlotte, NC 28211
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060024327
Latest gradeA (100)
Last inspectedOct 14, 2026
Inspections on record7
On record sinceNov 25, 2024
Score history
Nov 25, 2024Higher is betterOct 14, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 14, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 26, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 24, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 22, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 26, 2025 A 97 · 1 violation
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Observed dumplings and egg roll that was at 44F. PIC stated unit is in defrost for 1 hour at 9am and sometimes the temperature increases food. Told PIC to get with repair person to decrease defrost time frame so food does not raise above 41F. Observed spring roll prepared this morning that was holding at at 50F. PIC stated item did not complete cooling prior to storing. CDI placed in freezer to cool. Repeat.
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 .
Feb 12, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
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 large container of salmon stored above RTE crab salad and RTE spicy shrimp.
Crab salad and spicy shrimp are included in rolls only containing RTE items and should not be stored under raw items.
CDI - Storage order was rearranged.
For more information on food storage order 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 multiple spicy salmon rolls and California rolls inside the grab n go case above 41F. PIC stated that all items had already been cooled properly before being placed in the display case.
CDI - Rolls were made at 8:30 AM and were allowed to be placed inside the WIF to properly cool to 41F before 4 hour mark.
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 .
Nov 25, 2024 A 97.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Observed PIC state that Publix is requiring them to wash vegetables in the produce department where they have an anti-microbial wash. Is in conflict with the permit amendment that produce is to be washed. All food preparation is to happen at the three compartment sink, dedicated to the sushi space. Publix management looking to confirm or deny their intentions.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (A) (3) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, between uses with raw fruits/vegetables and with TCS Food. P. Observed bus tub being washed and rinsed in food preparation sink with no soap present before being taken to three compartment sink to be sanitized according to PIC. CDI complete wash, rinse and sanitized to be conducted only at three compartment sink in deli.
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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf observe Unlabeled spray bottle of solution. PIC stated it was sanitizer water.
CDI LABELED
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “AFC ZENSHI @ PUBLIX #1518” or State ID 2060024327). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.