A96.5

FOOD LION #2217 MEAT MARKET

6430 W SUGAR CREEK RD, Charlotte, NC 28269

Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300278

Latest gradeA (96.5)

Last inspectedAug 13, 2026

Inspections on record37

On record sinceJul 24, 2013

Score history

Jul 24, 2013Higher is betterAug 13, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 13, 2026 A 96.5 · 6 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 observed no vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedure in establishment. CDI - EHS provided documentation. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 knives and grinder stored as clean with visible food debris. CDI - PIC moved to 3 comp for w/r/s. 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 .

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −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 single service meat containers stored unprotected facing up with visible meat spatter on containers. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded contaminated containers and covered the clean container with plastic.

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hand sink falling off wall. Re clack hand sink to be attached to wall.

#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 meat packaging table, shelving, WIC, and WIF with visible food debris, trash, and build up. Increase cleaning frequency.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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 floors throughout establishment with trash and food build up. Increased cleaning frequency.

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Apr 16, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf observed hand sinks paper towel dispenser, not dispensing at both hand sinks. CDI - PIC added paper towel to both hand sinks.

#15 · Food separated & protected

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 raw ground beef stored above, ready to eat sauerkraut in WIC. CDI - PIC rearrange storage order to prevent contamination. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 single service meat containers stored on floor in dry storage. CDI - PIC removed from ground to prevent contamination.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

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 use meat containers, stored face up without protect protective barrier. CDI - PIC inverted and put plastic covering over single use items.

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Nov 20, 2025 A 98 · 3 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed hand washing with visible debris. CDI.. Sinks were cleaned during inspection..REPEAT

#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 several packaged meats( packaged in house ) above 41F.. CDI PIC removed meats and sent to Walk in cooler to cool. Meats were located on top shelf of Grab and go. Please see food chart. Unit was cool at 32.F. Other items on top shelf were within temp range 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 .

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

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 surface trays for meat, packaging stored faced up without protection..

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Aug 22, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation

Inspector comments: Per PIC no steaks have been cut for customer display.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed brushes and gloves in handwash sink..CDI.. items were removed

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May 8, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 15, 2025 A 98 · 1 violation

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2

Repeat violation

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observation cart blacking hand sink.CDI Cart was moved . REPEAT 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed red trays. CDI..Items were moved. REPEAT

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Sep 18, 2024 A 98 · 2 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observation cart blacking hand sink.CDI Cart was moved 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed flatten boxes and a screw in hand sink. CDI..Items were moved 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no hand towels at sink. CDI hand towels were added.

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

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of meat stored on floor in WIF

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May 3, 2024 A 98 · 1 violation

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2

Corrected during inspection

2-301.15 Only wash hands in handwashing sink. -PF Observed long silver bar in handwashing sink. CDI..PIC removed item

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Dec 11, 2023 A 98.5 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Hot water 101f per washing detergent water should be between 70F-120F for best results

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels or other alternative at both hand sinks.CDI PIC did bring over a roll of paper towels.

#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 paper towel dispenser not work. Work order has been put in. Repeat.

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Sep 7, 2023 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5

Corrected during inspection

2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. Observed half full bottled soda being stored over wrapping station during ground beef packaging in process. CDI: Employee relocated beverage to prevent cross contamination.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed hand sink blocked by cart and basin housing plastic packaging, making hand sink not accessible. CDI: Space around and in hand sink cleared by PIC.

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed two heat sealing pads with liners ripping. Replace or repair.

#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 some tile damage at wall coving near wrapping stations. Repair.

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May 9, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 3, 2023 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded