A98.5

FOOD LION #2667 MARKET

9115 SAMLEN LN, Charlotte, NC 28214

Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300318

Latest gradeA (98.5)

Last inspectedSep 30, 2026

Inspections on record37

On record sinceJul 2, 2013

Score history

Jul 2, 2013Higher is betterSep 30, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 30, 2026 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#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 Observed at customer grab & go case 93%/7% ground beef above 41F from 28th evidence by time/date sticker. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded 5 items. Grab&Go case ambient air was observed at 38F in the middle shelf where food was located. Points not escalated due to improvement in C/H violation. 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 28, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 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 Observed in meat department room 6 packaged raw NY strip steak and 8 packaged raw ribeye steak on a speed rack above 41F. Food was processed in-house approximately around 9:00AM based on time stamp and discussion. 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed in WIC over 15 packaged of raw ground beef consisting of (Lean73%/Fat27%, 85%/15%, and 95%/5%) on a speed rack above 41F. Food was processed in-house approximately around 9:00AM based on time stamp and discussion. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food that were temperature abused. 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 .

#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate

Corrected during inspection

4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . Observed no thermometer in department. CDI - PIC obtained thin probe from another department. PIC will order more thin probe thermometers.

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

4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed a couple of cutting boards with black stains on both sides with deep groves and score marks. PIC will have cutting boards replaced.

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Jan 22, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 7, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation

Inspector comments: NY Strip Steak, Ground Beef, Ribeye Steak are the only processed items.

#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 large red tray used for raw meats stored on top of hand washing sink with black single service trays stacked on top. CDI - PIC instructed employee to removed tray and single service items off hand washing sink.

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Jun 5, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No Violations Observed.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Nov 14, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations

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

4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed large white cutting board with dark stains and deep score marks.

#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 inside walk in cooler A/C fan shrouds with dust and debris build up and in main kitchen above prep station.

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Jul 15, 2024 A 99.5 · 1 violation

#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5

Corrected during inspection

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 open personal beverage stored over meat wrapping station equipment. CDI beverage was discarded.

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Mar 27, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation

Inspector comments: Meat and bakery share same freezer.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1

Repeat violation

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 heat pad with deep tear marks and discolored. REPEAT

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Dec 20, 2023 A 99 · 1 violation

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1

Repeat violation

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