A97.5

METRO CENTER

405 S DAVIDSON ST, Charlotte, NC 28202

Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110187

Latest gradeA (97.5)

Last inspectedAug 26, 2026

Inspections on record41

On record sinceSep 3, 2013

Score history

Oct 16, 2013Higher is betterAug 26, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 26, 2026 A 97.5 · 2 violations

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Follow-up verification required

4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P. Repeat item. Dish machine showing 157F on final rinse with thermometer placed into machine, and approximately 175F on built-in thermometer on machine. Need to have machine serviced so that it is working properly. Call when machine is fixed. 3-compartment sink is properly set up to wash, rinse, and sanitize. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

Corrected during inspection

6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf. Observed 2 number 10 cans of pinto beans that were in damaged cans and stored with other cans of food for use in the dry storage room. CDI by moving cans to area outside of dry storage to be returned or discarded. Assure that all cans are checked when products arrive and that no damaged cans or product are placed in an area where foods are stored that would be used. Label area for damaged products.

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May 11, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Follow-up verification required

4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P. - Observed the mechanical dishwasher reach a maximum final rinse temperature of 157F at the time of the inspection. PIC stated that her staff do not tend to use the dishwasher and often prefer to handwash their dishes and that sometimes other school staff use the dishwasher. Sanitizer basin was observed properly set up at the time of the inspection. 3 day VR to observe repair to dishwasher. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .

#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 an insert container of rice to be cooling in the 2 door RIC which is a unit not designed nor approved for rapid cooling. Rice was also observed with tight fitting plastic wrap over the top, obstructing cold air flow from reaching the product. PIC stated they usually cool down left overs in the WIF and was unsure why it was in the RIC today. CDI - PIC relocated to WIF to allow for rapid cooling. 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 .

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Feb 13, 2026 A 99 · 3 violations

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. - Observed the interior surfaces and deflector of the ice machine to have accumulations of grime.

#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1

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 a large bulk bin of rice to not be labeled as to its contents. CDI - PIC labeled bin.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. - Observed the handwash sink in the dishwashing room to have accumulations of continuous drip leak. PIC stated that there is already a work order in for the sink, they are just waiting on the repair.

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Oct 10, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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May 5, 2025 A 100 · 1 violation

#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. Wall damage near floor in dish machine room. Repaint where needed. 0 pts.

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Dec 13, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#19 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-403.11 (C), (D) Reheat commercially processed, ready-to-eat food to 135F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Pizza sauce was reheating directly in hot holding unit and measured 90-110F. Use equipment designed ro rapid heating to heat TCS foods prior to hot holding. Commercially processed foods must be reheated to at least 135F within 2 hours. CDI - Pizza sauce reheated to 170F in steamer.

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Sep 23, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation

Inspector comments: Corrected EHS name to Andrew Lee

#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 baked potatoes and cheese pizza on HH line temping below 135F. PIC stated items were placed on HH line less than 30 minutes ago, at 11am. -CDI- PIC stated items were to be served for immediate consumption within one hour. Any leftover pizza would be discarded. 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 .

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May 20, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No violations observed during inspection

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Nov 16, 2023 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a large amount of ice dumped into hand sink in dish area. CDI-EHS educated employee on proper hand sink use and no other hand sink violations were observed for the remainder of the inspection.

#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: 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 . Observed large can opener mounted on table for use, visibly soiled with food debris. CDI-Can opener was removed from mount and moved to be W/R/S.

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed numerous dead pests in multiple traps. Increase frequency of pest removal.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed large can opener with rusted blade mounted on table for use. This can opener blade is no longer smooth, easily cleanable, or corrosion-resistant.

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Aug 16, 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 black buildup on wall near dish machine. Increase cleaning frequency in this area.

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Apr 26, 2023 A 100 · 2 violations

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 2 pans of cheesy bread measured 43-50F in upright cooler. TCS foods shall be measured at 41F or less. PIC could not determine how long the food was out of temperature so it was discarded. Establishment needs to have cooler looked at to ensure it is functioning properly. CDI - Food discarded by PIC. 0 pts. 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 .

#40 · Personal cleanliness

2-303.11 Prohibition - Jewelry (C) 1 employee was preparing food with a watch on wrist. Food employees shall not wear jewelry on their hands or wrists. 0 pts.

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Mar 15, 2023 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Pink buildup observed on shield of ice machine. Clean ice machine more frequently.

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Dec 13, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Aug 29, 2022 A 99 · 2 violations

#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -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 puréed hamburger hot holding between 122-124F. Items had been placed in unit ~ 30 minutes prior. CDI - Items were reheated during inspection for service at 11 am. - 0 -

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1

Corrected during inspection

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed singular dead insect present on tray. CDI - Tray was removed and placed in dish machine for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. - 1 -

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