A97

FRESH MARKET #19 MARKET

7625 PINEVILLE-MATTHEWS RD, Charlotte, NC 28226

Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300121

Latest gradeA (97)

Last inspectedSep 24, 2026

Inspections on record37

On record sinceOct 10, 2013

Score history

Oct 10, 2013Higher is betterSep 24, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 24, 2026 A 97 · 4 violations

#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 EHS observed raw salmon, raw chicken wings, and raw tilapia in grab n go cooler where prepared meals are stored above 41F (see temp chart). PIC stated these items were put together this morning and placed into unit after cooling down in WIC. EHS observed items stacked vertically on stands and observed items above 41F the closer they were placed to the front of the unit. EHS advised to lay items flat inside unit and not to stack items to allow for maximum airflow. PIC stated temperatures have not been monitored for the items. EHS advised to begin tracking temperatures throughout the day to ensure items are holding under 41F consistently. CDI - Due to all items being under 45F, PIC was allowed to move items to WIC to quickly cool prior to placing back out on the floor. (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 .

#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 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) EHS observed stuffed raw chicken items held in display cooler without proper dates. EHS observed chicken stuffed with ricotta and spinach. EHS observed chicken stuffed with sliced ham. EHS advised that raw proteins do not require date marks but if combined with TCS items then a date mark shall be placed on item and held no more than 7 days. PIC unaware and stated policy does not state to date mark these items but will date items moving forward. CDI - PIC verified items were prepared yesterday and placed appropriate date mark on all 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 .

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

Repeat violation

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. EHS observed food debris accumulating on sliding glass doors of display cases. EHS advised to increase cleaning frequency to avoid accumulation. REPEAT. (1)

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

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. EHS observed minor food debris accumulating around cutting blocks in one of the two back kitchen areas. EHS observed other side of kitchen clean. EHS will de-escalate points due to improvement, during last inspection both sides of the kitchen were observed with food debris or residue on the walls and floor. (0.5) REPEAT.

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Mar 30, 2026 A 98 · 2 violations

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

Repeat violation

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. EHS observed dust debris accumulating along the tracks of the sliding doors of meat display coolers. EHS observed minor food debris build up inside units. Increase cleaning frequency to avoid accumulation. REPEAT. (1)

#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. EHS observed food debris accumulating on the walls around the cutting tables in back kitchen area. EHS advised to increase cleaning frequency to avoid accumulation. REPEAT. (1)

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Dec 16, 2025 A 95.5 · 5 violations

Inspector comments: During inspection EHS observed date marks being stored inside food container wrapped in absorbent paper sleeves. EHS advised against placing these dates inside container due to potential contamination. EHS stated since the paper covering the date mark is absorbent it should not be placed inside the container with the food. PIC stated that steritech requires the date to be with the product but will switch to placing the date mark underneath container rather than inside.

#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −2

Repeat violationFollow-up verification required

3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf EHS observed no shell stock tag for clams removed from bag for front display. Last inspection, EHS instructed facility that the tag for clams shall follow the product at all times. Facility removes clams from original bag, leaves the tag with the bag of remaining clams, and places a a handful on ice in front display (with no tag). PIC stated they will begin printing a copy of the tag to retain up front when clams are placed on display. EHS observed shell stock tags not being organized in chronological order. These tags are being placed all together in one folder unorganized. VR will occur within ten days. REPEAT. (2)

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

Repeat violation

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed sliding door to front display cooler in disrepair. Replace. 4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. EHS observed shelving above three compartment sink beginning to corrode. Replace. REPEAT. (0.5)

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

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 food debris accumulating in the gaskets of front display cooler. EHS observed debris accumulating on outside of equipment and surface. Increase cleaning frequency to avoid accumulation. REPEAT. (1)

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. EHS observed drainage piping to the hand sink in disrepair. Piping has fallen off and water is not being guided by a pipe into the drain. PIC stated work order has already been placed and should be fixed this week. (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. EHS observed material that resembles concrete has been laid around the can wash area but left unsealed. EHS stated floors shall be sealed 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. EHS observed wall trimming in seafood WIC coming off wall. Needs to be replaced or sealed. REPEAT. 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. EHS observed walls and flooring throughout kitchen area and front display area accumulating food debris and residue. Increase cleaning frequency. REPEAT. (1)

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Sep 8, 2025 A 97 · 5 violations

#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1

3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf EHS observed mussels on ice in front display without shell stock tags. PIC unaware what batch the mussels were from. EHS advised to keep shell stock tag with mussels until entire bag/batch is sold or have a procedure for tracking what batch shell stock on display is from. PIC voluntarily discarded mussels. EHS observed shell stock tags being stored loosely in order but with no date for when the last shellstock was sold. EHS advised to make all shell stock tags with date for when batch is sold. VR will be conducted in ten days to observed compliance. 3-402.11 and 3-402.12 Provide records from supplier to guarantee fish served raw or undercooked is free of live parasites. -Pf PIC unable to provide parasite destruction letter during inspection. PIC was unaware of the requirement to obtain a letter. 10-day VR required. (1)

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed raw chicken and raw shrimp above 41F. These items are components of the take home meals in grab n go display. PIC stated the sides come in commercial and are packaged with raw meats from the market to be sent as a meal cooked at home. CDI - PIC moved raw items to WIC to quickly cool. (0) 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 .

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

4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed WIC door to meat cooler beginning to accumulate rust. EHS observed trimming around walk in cooler door corroding resulting in a surface that isn’t easily cleanable. (0)

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −1

Repeat violation

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 food debris and residue build up around sliding doors to front display at market. Observed food debris accumulating at packing station in back area. Observed gaskets to both WIC doors accumulating build up and debris. Increase cleaning frequency to avoid accumulation. REPEAT. (1)

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

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 broken tiles in beef/chicken WIC but the door of cooler. Observed wall trimming in seafood cooler coming off of wall. Observed siding to wall by hand sink next to display coolers in disrepair; siding has come off the wall and exposing the interior of the wall. Please repair. REPEAT. 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 food debris and residue accumulating on the walls in preparation area where meat is cut and processed. Increase cleaning frequency to avoid accumulation. REPEAT. (1)

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Mar 20, 2025 A 97 · 7 violations

#11 · Food obtained from approved source −1

3-201.11 (F) Safe handling instructions must appear on the label of all raw meat and poultry as specified in Law. Observed that the pork, beef, and poultry served form the deli case do not include safe handling instructions on the printed label. Add safe handling instructions to the labels.

#15 · Food separated & protected

Corrected during inspection

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in the seafood walk-in cooler. CDI- PIC had a food employee correct the storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 multiple products in the meat department walk-in cooler that were past the 7-day allotted time for date marking. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the 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 .

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxed of seafood stored directly on the floor of the WIF. Observed panko crumbs on stored on the floor of dry storage closets. CDI- PIC placed item at least 6 inches above the floor. **REPEAT**

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

Repeat violation

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a broken handle on two of the doors on the display case. Observed a damaged sliding window on the display case. PIC stated that the items have been ordered to replace the broken pieces. **REPEAT**

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

Repeat violation

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 build up on a wire shelfs in the seafood prep room. Increase cleaning frequency. Observed gaskets in the display cases and handles of display case in need of cleaning.**REPEAT**

#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. Observed damaged floor tiles in seafood walk-in cooler and the meat department walk-in cooler. Observed damage to the back left hand corner of the seafood walk-in cooler. Broken baseboards in meat department WIC. Repair as soon as possible. 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 debris in the meat department walk-in cooler under shelves, in the seafood department under the 3-compartment sink and in the WIC under the shelves. Increase cleaning frequency.

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Dec 2, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations

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

Corrected during inspection

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxed of seafood stored directly on the floor of the WIF. -CDI- PIC placed item at least 6 inches above the floor. (0 pts)

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a broken handle on one of the doors for the service case. Repair or replace the door.

#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 black build up on a wire shelf that was directly over a prep area in the seafood prep room. Increase cleaning frequency.

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Oct 15, 2024 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1

Corrected during inspection

3-203.12 Retain tag on the bag of shellstock until empty. Record date on the tag when the last shellstock from the container is used. Store tags in chronological order for 90 days. -Pf Clams in display case were from same batch as ones in walk-in cooler. Tag was in shellstock folder and not with the clams. Keep shellstock tag with the shellstock until it is empty. If there is only 1 tag do not split up the shellstock. CDI - PIC educated on shellstock tags and moved the clams together and placed the tag with the clams. 0 pts.

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Spray arm at 3-compartment sink in meat prep room is rusted and needs to be replaced. 0 pts.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

4-601.11 (B) Food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Clean shelves in walk-in coolers and in prep rooms. Clean shelves more frequently. 0 pts.

#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. Lots of holes from old equipment and damaged places on walls in both prep rooms. Re-paint where paint is worn on the window sills in prep rooms as well.

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May 9, 2024 A 97.5 · 3 violations

#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. EHS observed no certified food protection manager on duty at time of inspection. -1 Point For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#11 · Food obtained from approved source

Corrected during inspection

3-201.11 (F) Safe handling instructions must appear on the label of all raw meat and poultry as specified in Law. EHS observed several raw burger patties packaged with no safe handling instructions. CDI PIC printed safe handling instructions and placed on burger patties. -0 Points

#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 EHS observed shrimp and chicken skewers in display case above 41F. CDI PIC placed shrimp and chicken skewers in WIC to quickly cool to 41F. -1.5 Points 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 .

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Jan 10, 2024 A 96 · 4 violations

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2

Corrected during inspection

2-301.14 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. - P - Observed food employee touch head and ear but not wash hands before proceeding to food preparation. Observed a food employee turn faucet off with bare hands after washing. CDI, employees rehashed hands.

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

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 ready to eat butter stored next to raw meat. Observed raw chicken container stored in contact with container of cooked chicken. Observed fully cooked hams stored in contact with packages of raw lamb. CDI, dividers provided and foods relocated for proper storage. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 spray bottle of disinfectant stored over single-service gloves. CDI, chemical bottle relocated for proper storage.

#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. Observed broken floor tile on floor near walk in freezer. 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 food debris and soil on walls of prep room and tracts of display case door.

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Oct 10, 2023 A 96 · 4 violations

#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −1

Corrected during inspection

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. - Observed band saw with meat debris after cleaning from prior day. Heavy debris on bottom of band saw. CDI, band saw broken down for cleaning and sanitizing. Repeat. 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 .

#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 hot dogs in meat case not date marked. CDI, hot dogs voluntarily discarded. 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 .

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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Apr 17, 2023 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#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 food buildup on flat part of bandsaw wheels that contact blade. Bandsaw was previously cleaned and had not been used today according to food employee. CDI - food employee broke down band saw to be rewashed before next use. 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 .

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