A99
EAST MECKLENBURG HIGH LUNCHROO
6800 MONROE RD, Charlotte, NC 28215
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110027
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 24, 2026
Inspections on record36
On record sinceSep 9, 2013
Score history
Sep 9, 2013Higher is betterSep 24, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 24, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf- Observed small cups of watermelon in the WIC that was cooling at a rate of 0 after 20 mins. Watermelon cups were lidded. Ensure that proper cooling methods are followed such as taking lids off containers during the cooling process. -CDI- Watermelon lids were taken off and moved to WIF.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed employee food area in the WIC above the Juice that goes out to students. Ensure designated areas are located in a way to prevent potential contamination with food going out to the consumer.
Apr 20, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf- Observed approximately 10 metal containers with a buildup of grease and food debris. Most of the pans buildup of debris was present on the exterior, however the pans were stacked together. Ensure that all food contact surfaces are stored and maintained as clean to sight and touch. -CDI- containers were moved to be properly washed rinsed and sanitized.
For unused pans EHS and PIC discussed and stated that pans can be W/R/S and then placed into storage with bags to prevent them from further soiling.
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 .
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed chipped floor tiles specifically around the drain throughout the facility, ensure that floor tiles are repaired to be maintained as smooth and easily cleanable.
Jan 15, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: EHS notes that school closes at 12:15 PM today. PIC stated that students are taking exams.
Facility provided hot breakfast sandwiches for breakfast, however lunch prep today contained no cooked or reheated foods (Carrots, Cheese Sticks, Fruit Cups, and Juice Boxes).
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 several locations throughout the facility with chipping floor tiles and chipped wall tiles. Ensure that chipped tiles are repaired or replaced. PIC states that there has been a work order in for the chipped tiles. PIC has signs taped around the facility on locations where there is chipping present that states “repair for health department”.
Oct 8, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 30, 2025 A 99 · 4 violations
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.
Observed recently cleaned and sanitized multi-use utensils stored inside a bin still completely wet.
CDI: PIC had employee take all utensils and separate on the drying rack to allow proper air-drying.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed the bottom shelf of the single-serve storage rack in the back room, damaged and tilting.
Repair/replace bottom shelf to ensure single-serve articles are properly stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
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 ice buildup inside milkbox 3. Observed ice buildup on the plastic strip curtains inside the WIF. PIC stated this has been happening recently.
Increase cleaning frequency.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 one piece of the baseboard on the left side and one piece of the baseboard on the right side of the entrance of the WIC door missing. Observed cracks on the edging of the tile walls near the handsink by the restroom.
PIC stated she will place a work order in to the maintenance crew to have both repaired.
6-201.16 (A) Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are easily cleanable.
Observed two open vents on the ceiling inside the dry storage room. PIC stated they do not have covers for them, but understands that this is a potential entrance for pests.
PIC stated she will let the maintenance crew know of the open ceiling, so that it gets covered.
Feb 5, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.
Observed one metal pan stacked and stored in the clean dish rack with visible food debris on food-contact surface.
CDI: PIC removed pan to be properly washed/rinsed/sanitized.
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 .
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed one door at one of the three dumpsters kept open during time of the inspection.
CDI: Dumpster door was closed.
Keep all dumpster doors closed when not in use.
REPEAT VIOLATION.
Sep 6, 2024 A 98 · 5 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135 F or above. - P. Observed 1x flat sheet pan of french fries and 4x containers of marinara sauce hot holding between 84-108 degrees F. CDI - Products transferred to oven and steamer and reheated > 165 F.
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 1x container of lettuce labeled with prep date of 8/30/24 in the walk-in cooler. CDI - Lettuce voluntarily discarded as it was being held past 7 day requirement. -0-
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. - Pf. Observed yogurt bags cooling at a rate of 1F/min. Refer to temperature observation chart. CDI - PIC transferred bags to reach-in freezer for rapid cooling towards < 41 F. Temperatures reached < 41 F after additional 15 minutes. -0-
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed 1x inoperable hot cabinet. Equipment not in use. PIC stated work order has been placed and facility is awaiting maintenance to repair the unit. Repair or replace unit. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed 2 of 3 dumpster sliding doors left open. CDI - Doors closed. Close after use. -0.5-
Apr 11, 2024 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (C) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, throughout the day at least every 4 hours, unless otherwise indicated in the Food Code. - P. Observed blades of two can openers soiled. According to PIC, equipment was not used today. CDI - Can openers transferred to the 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. -1.5-
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.
#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 two buckets containing wiping cloths with sanitizer concentration of < 100 PPM Quat solution. CDI - Solution discarded and refreshed with new sanitizer measuring at 200 PPM. -0-
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed flat sheet pans wet nesting on speed rack. Separate to allow air drying. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed two dumpster sliding doors left open. Close after use. -0-
Dec 19, 2023 A 99 · 1 violation
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 dark black residue buildup along bottom of back wall in dry storage area. Also observed floor in dry storage area with dirt and debris. Clean. Paint area if wall is permanently stained. -REPEAT VIOLATION-
Oct 2, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#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 dark black residue buildup along bottom of back wall in dry storage area. Clean. Paint area if wall is permanently stained. -REPEAT VIOLATION-
May 2, 2023 A 99 · 4 violations
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. - Pf - Observed rice covered by lids while cooling in large, deep, metal containers in the walk-in cooler. Do not cover items while actively cooling. Ensure active stirring is utilized if items are cooled in deep containers. - CDI - PIC removed lids to facilitate better heat transfer during cooling. PIC incorporated active stirring after second temperature check.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed large bulk storage container with sugar stored in it lacking a label. - CDI - PIC labeled sugar container.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed inoperable 2 door reach-in cooler. PIC stated work order has been placed earlier in the school year and facility is awaiting maintenance to replace the unit. Repair or replace unit.
#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 dark black residue buildup along bottom of back wall in dry storage area. Clean. Paint area if wall is permanently stained.
Jan 12, 2023 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P - Observed 1 food employee turn faucet off with their bare hands after hand washing. CDI, employee rehashed hands.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY. Observed quart sanitizer testing 50ppm in buckets and 3 compartment sink. CDI, sanitizer refilled to required concentration.
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed 1 pan of hamburgers not date marked with other foods prepared from day on 1/11 but hamburgers were prepared on Monday according to PIC. . CDI, hamburgers voluntarily discarded.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - Observed 2 sanitizer buckets above 400 ppm quart. CDI, sanitizer diluted to required concentration.
Oct 10, 2022 A 99 · 3 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. - P - Observed sanitizer container stored on drain board of 3 compartment sink directly next to clean dishes actively drying. Do not store chemicals on the drain board at the same time as clean dishes. - CDI - PIC removed sanitizer from drain board.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. - Observed dead roach in office area. Ensure dead insects/pests are removed frequently.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. - Observed 3 compartment sink floor drain not properly draining. Contact a licensed plumber to repair issue. Follow up visit required to ensure drain properly functioning.
May 18, 2022 A 99 · 3 violations
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-204.112 (B) Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. Observed thermometers missing from two of the milk storage bins.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 disposable serving trays stored on the floor in back room near handsink.
#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 fans and ventilation covers in need of cleaning.
Feb 24, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety - Observed educational poster posted but no written procedures or kit available. Due to this being the establishment's first inspection since the new food code was adopted, no point deduction. CDI - EHS educated PIC on need for written procedures and kit. EHS emailed copy of written procedures. PIC stated kit will be assembled by next inspection.
#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 employee wash hands and turn faucet off with bare hands instead of using paper towel. Use clean paper towel to turn off faucet after handwashing. CDI - EHS discussed proper handwashing procedure with PIC and employee. Employee rewashed their hands. NOTE: Still only one handwash sink in facility aside from bathroom sink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . - Observed several pans and utensils with food debris/residue and/or stickers/sticker residue stored clean. Remove stickers prior to washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes. CDI - PIC removed all dirty dishes to be rewashed, rinsed, and sanitized. All dishes were cleaned while EHS present.
Sep 27, 2021 A 98 · 3 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed fries and beef hamburgers hot holding in units #5 and #2 below 135F. CDI-Products were immediately removed and reheated to temperatures above 165F within 10 mins. EHS suspects problem is staff removing products from warmer cabinets and holding on serving line not in temperature control. EHS discussed the option of utilizing TPHC for certain food items.
General comment: EHS observed one handsink (not including the handsink in the restroom) serving the entire facility. EHS recommends at least one additional handsink be installed near the prep area, serving line, and warewashing area. Please note that this is not a requirement at this time, but a recommendation. Please contact me if you would like to discuss adding the handsink.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed sliced cheese in improperly setup ice bath stored on serving line not being cold held at 41F or below. CDI-PIC stated product was placed on line at 10:15 this morning (09/27) and elected to use TPHC and will discard prior to 2:15. TPHC board used. EHS discussed continuing to use TPHC for such products or maintaining food items at 41F or below.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed two in-use chemical buckets on serving line with 0 ppm quat. CDI-PIC emptied buckets and refilled with 300 ppm quat.
Apr 12, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 15, 2020 A 98.5 · 5 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed hand wash sink without paper towel. CDI, PIC placed roll of paper towels at hand wash sink.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed heavy build up on plate of interior of ice machine. Edge of plate is in contact with ice.
Verification Required.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Disposition - P Observed green beans with date mark from march in walk in freezer. Green Beans had black appearance. CDI, food discarded by PIC.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpster, waste containers is in place. Observed no drain plug on middle dumpster.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
Corrected during inspection
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 stained floor inside walk in freezer. Need Cleaning.
Jan 31, 2020 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jun 4, 2019 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 16, 2019 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 5, 2018 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 30, 2018 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 7, 2017 A 95 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 27, 2017 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 24, 2017 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 13, 2017 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 4, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 21, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 30, 2015 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 15, 2015 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 22, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 25, 2014 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 4, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 12, 2013 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 9, 2013 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “EAST MECKLENBURG HIGH LUNCHROO” or State ID 2060110027). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.