A97
GO PUFF - STARBUCKS
4500 NATIONS FORD RD, Charlotte, NC 28217
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060024631
Latest gradeA (97)
Last inspectedOct 5, 2026
Inspections on record1
On record sinceOct 5, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 5, 2026 A 97 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties
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 PIC unable to answer multiple questions during the inspection. PIC was unable to locate test strips, thermometer, employee health policy, and vomit cleanup kit without calling manager. PIC was unable to properly dilute sanitizer. CDI- PIC was educated about date marking systems and requirements for food safety.
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
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on site.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety. Facility has 210 days from permit issuance to comply.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no soap available at one of the handwashing sinks. CDI- PIC replaced the soap.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towels available at one of the handwashing sinks. CDI- PIC replaced the paper towels.
#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 3 containers of open milk and one container of open heavy cream with no date mark. According to PIC, all items were opened the day prior. CDI- PIC correctly dated all items.
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
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P. Observed a spray bottle of oven cleaner stored directly above one of the warming ovens. CDI- PIC moved the spray bottle.
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P. Observed quat sanitizer in the 3-comp sink > 500ppm. Facility is manually diluting their sanitizer solution. CDI: PIC was able to lower the concentration to 300ppm before the end of the inspection.
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure −0.5
Follow-up verification required
5-103.12 Provide water under pressure to all fixtures.-Pf. Observed no water available in either employee restroom. VR required.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed both dumpster doors open during inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GO PUFF - STARBUCKS” or State ID 2060024631). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.