A99.5
MYERS PARK HIGH SCHOOL
2400 COLONY RD, Charlotte, NC 28209
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110061
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedSep 25, 2026
Inspections on record35
On record sinceSep 5, 2013
Score history
Sep 5, 2013Higher is betterSep 25, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 25, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(B)(1) Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying.
EHS observed pans being wet stacked on clean dish storage rack.
CDI- Dishes were separated to allow for drying.
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#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.
EHS observed pitting in floor near the 2-compartment sink. Grout is also missing along the wall under the sink and in front of the walk in cooler.
-0-
May 28, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. EHS observed employee food stored above facility food in hot box. CDI- PIC rearranged food so that facility food was above employee food. -0.5-
Dec 12, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
#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 wiping cloth being held in a sanitizer solution that was at 0ppm. CDI- PIC replaced sanitizer with a solution at 200ppm. -0-
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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. 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 areas in the kitchen where grout has become worn and tiles have began to separate from the concrete. Repair/replace. **REPEAT** -1-
Sep 26, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: During inspection EHS observed that hot water at the hand sink comes out of the faucet at 144F. EHS had a hard time washing hands due to how hot the water wash. A hand sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100F through mixing value or combination faucet. EHS recommends that water temperature be turned down slightly to encourage hand washing amongst staff. EHS did not observe handwashing violations today but hot water at 144F may deter staff.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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. 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 areas in the kitchen where grout has become worn and tiles have began to separate from the concrete. Repair/replace.
May 2, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#21 · 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 marinara sauce and hamburger patties holding below 135F. Refer to temperature chart. -CDI- Items reheated to above165F. -1.5-
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 .
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed personal items stored over retail items in RIC. -CDI- PIC relocated items. -0-
Dec 10, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed missing lid from dumpster. Per PIC, facility has been constantly attempting to contact the city of Charlotte to have lids replaced but hasn’t had any luck. PIC showed EHS copies of emails at prior inspection.
#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 a bag of mozzarella cheese date marked 11/28 (discard 12/4). -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. -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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. -Pf- Observed no time stamp for yogurt and cheese bags being held on time. -CDI- PIC properly labeled items. -1.5-
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed one light in WIC not functioning. Per PIC, service order has been placed and parts have been ordered. -0-
Sep 4, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed hot water at handwashing sink at 128F, even with cold water valve turned on. Per PIC, when water heat is turned down (even just a little bit), hot water does not reach sufficient temperatures.
Observed time written for TPHC procedures date marked for today although items had not yet been placed out of temperature control. Per PIC, food employee had written today’s date but had not erased yesterday’s times. EHS educated PIC about ensuring times were not placed on board before items were removed from temperature control.
Observed missing lid from dumpster. Per PIC, facility has been in constant contact with the city over the last year to have lids replaced but hasn’t had any luck. PIC showed EHS copies of emails.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 10, 2024 A 98 · 5 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed apples over washed pears. -CDI-PIC corrected storage order. -0-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#21 · 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 hot holding on line between 114-130F. Observed burgers hot holding in steam box between 88-102F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. -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: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf-/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 an opened bag of mozzarella cheese in WIC with no date mark. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded. -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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate
Corrected during inspection
4-502.11(B) Provide accurately calibrated thermometers. -Pf.- Observed one thermometer +6 degrees above calibrated temperatures. Per PIC, thermometer battery needs to be replaced. -CDI- PIC put thermometer away so that it will not be used and has other accurately calibrated thermometers available for use. -0-
For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored in quarternary sanitizer buckets at 50ppm. -CDI- PIC replenished supply to 200ppm. **REPEAT** -0.5-
Jan 19, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Due to exam scheduling, a limited menu was provided to students; no reheated or hot holding food was observed on day of inspection, and EHS observed primarily cleaning procedures.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. - Observed in use wiping cloths held in buckets at concentration of 0 ppm during cleaning. Per conversation with PIC and employees, buckets were being used to clean only non food contact surfaces (floors, walls, equipment exteriors, tables, cart undersides, etc.). No food contact surfaces were observed being washed or sanitized at time of inspection.
Should wiping cloths be utilized, even during non food contact surface cleaning, facility is advised to retain in use wiping cloths in concentrated sanitizer, or rotate used cloths to soiled linen receptacles.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.11 An outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. Observed previously noted, out of service used oil receptacle stored on absorbent soil next to cafeteria building.
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed leftmost dumpster missing one lid, preventing full closure.
Contact waste management company or companies to remove/relocate used oil receptacle and repair/replace damaged dumpster components.
Sep 29, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed unused and empty used oil storage bin stored on permeable soil. Remove or relocate waste storage containers such that they are not located on permeable or absorbent ground.
Observed moderately damaged drain plug in center dumpster. Though intact, EHS advises replacing with undamaged plug.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 9, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. - Observed single service trays stored outside of their original protective packing yet not inverted or protected in another way. - CDI - PIC inverted single service trays.
Jan 9, 2023 A 99 · 3 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf - Observed dented can of black beans on top seal. CDI, 1 can voluntarily discarded.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead roach in back storage area.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed middle dumpster with drain plug damaged.
Oct 6, 2022 A 99 · 4 violations
#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 For more information on handwashing, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M. - Observed employee wash hands and turn off faucet with clean bare hands. Use a paper towel to turn off faucet after washing hands. - CDI - Employee rewashed hands correctly.
#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 unlabeled spray bottle of sanitizer stored in employee bathroom. - CDI - PIC labeled sanitizer.
#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 concentration of quat sanitizer in bucket read 0-100ppm. - CDI - PIC emptied and refilled sanitizer bucket to properly concentrated quat sanitizer of 300ppm.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. - Observed clean dishes stacked wet. Allow dishes to air dry before stacking.
Jun 8, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed milk in WIC holding at 47F. PIC elaborated that WIC door was temporarily left open during cleaning. Observed wrapped cheese sticks left on cart at a temperature of 66F. CDI - Milk was relocated to walk in freezer for corrective cooling. Cheese sticks were disposed. Observed improvements since previous inspection; no escalation in point deduction. REPEAT.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leaking from faucet attached to laundry machine.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed cracked drain plug in place in the central dumpster.
Feb 17, 2022 A 98 · 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 - Educational poster posted in establishment, but no written procedures or kit available at time of inspection. Due to this being the establishment's first inspection since the adoption of the new food code, no point deduction. CDI - EHS educated PIC on need for kit and written procedures. EHS emailed PIC copy of written procedures. Kit will be in place by next inspection.
#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 milk in milk cooler and fried okra and pinto beans in walk in cooler holding above 41F (see temperature chart). Per PIC, fried okra and pinto beans were leftover from yesterday and should be have been properly cooled in walk in freezer and at 41F before being placed in walk in cooler. PIC stated the issue may have come from the rack being moved from the walk in cooler during the milk delivery earlier that morning. EHS recommends placing rack in walk in freezer during deliveries to avoid this issue. PIC also stated milk had just been placed in milk cooler from walk in cooler for breakfast. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded okra and pinto beans. PIC moved milk to walk in freezer to cool quickly. PIC placed work order for milk cooler and stated milk will be kept in walk in cooler between breakfast and lunches until it is fixed.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-603.16 Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed prior to sanitizing. - Observed rinse bay in 3 compartment sink empty while active dish washing was occurring. Soap suds were present in sanitizer bay. Ensure dishes are being rinsed in a bay of water after being washed and before being sanitized. CDI - PIC educated employee on proper dish washing procedure. Rinse bay was filled properly. NOTE: Repeat but for different violation.
Sep 3, 2021 A 98 · 6 violations
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest - C Observed multiple insect glue traps near serving line and dry storage area with dead insects. Have pest control company routinely clean and replace glue traps to avoid build up.
#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 in-use wiping cloth below 3-compartment with wiping cloth not fully submerged in chemical sanitizer. Observed a quat sanitizer level of 100 ppm or below in the same wiping cloth sanitizer bucket. CDI-PIC emptied bucket and refilled to a quat solution of 300 ppm.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leak from hot box located near main serving line leaking into pan on the floor. Repair leak and/or install drip pan specifically designed for the hot box. REPEAT but different observation from last routine inspection. EHS elected to not take half points at this time.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturers label. Observed in-use 3-compartment sink with wash solution at 93F. The current detergent does not specify a temperature below 110F.
4-501.18 Keep the wash, rinse, and sanitize solutions clean. Observed in-use wash solution not clean during warewashing. Routinely change all solutions to maintain clean.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 (B) System maintained in good repair - C Observed cold water faucet at 3-compartment sink unable to turn off which causes water to be consistently on. PIC was able to show that hot water can be turned on and still register a hot water temperature above 110F. Per PIC, work order has been submitted.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. Observed one outdoor trash dumpster and one outdoor recycle dumpster with missing or damaged drain plug. Contact dumpster company to replace missing and damaged drain plug.
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MYERS PARK HIGH SCHOOL” or State ID 2060110061). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.