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COMPARE FOODS EXPRESS MEAT MARKET
201 W ARROWOOD RD, SUITE F, Charlotte, NC 28217
Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300360
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 1, 2026
Inspections on record39
On record sinceAug 7, 2013
Score history
Aug 7, 2013Higher is betterSep 1, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 1, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. -Pf- *Observed - Whole Fish thawing in prep sink under stagnant water. *CDI - PIC drain prep sink and continued thawing process under cold running water.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
*REPEAT* 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - Gasket to WIC door tearing in need of replacement.
May 20, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 Pork stored above raw commercially packaged Salmon in WIC. *CDI - PIC moved raw salmon to separate shelf to correct storage order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - Gasket to WIC tearing and in need of replacement.
Jan 20, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 16, 2025 A 97 · 4 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- *Observed - Food employee wash hands and then turn off faucet with bare hands and then begin putting on gloves to to engage in food prep. *CDI - PIC educated employee on mistake, employee rewashed hands properly.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
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 in plastic bus tub stored above plastic bus tub of Beef in WIC. *CDI - PIC placed chicken on lower shelf correcting storage order.
For more information on food storage order 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 soiled with dried food debris stored clean. *CDI - Items placed into 3 compartment sink to be washed rinsed and sanitized.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - Display case next to WIF with damaged sliding door. Repair.
Jun 17, 2025 A 96 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P - Observed food employee handle soiled equipment and move equipment to wash at 3 compartment sink and then proceed to handle clean equipment with RTE food with same gloves. CDI, for employee to remove gloves and wash hands.s
#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 pork and beef in case greater than 41 degrees F. CDI, foods removed to rapidly cool. Unit not able to maintain TCS foods at 41 degrees F and below in areas. Verification required to ensure calibration of equipment and ensure unit able to maintain TCS foods at 41 degrees F and below .
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 −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed compressor in need of changing per PIC and case not maintaining TCS foods at required temperature . EHS to follow up on meat case.
#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 some cracked floor tile near handwashing sink and damage to walk in freezer floor.
Feb 21, 2025 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate
4-204.112 (B) Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. Observed no temperature gauge in case and walk in freezer.
#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 prep table stored against handwashing sink. Provide splash guard or space to provide 12 inches between handwashing sink and prep table .
#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 2 torn wrapping pads in
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. Observed several light shields missing over lighting in meat cases.
Oct 17, 2024 A 96.5 · 5 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 - Observed date not recorded when last shellfish sold on last few tags. CDI by instruction.
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
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 pork, chicken and beef in containers in direct contact in meat display case. CDI, barriers provided.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P
Observed Cooked shrimp container in direct contact with container of raw fish. CDI, barrier provided.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf - Observed shrimp thawing in standing water in prep sink. CDI, shrimp relocated to refrigeration .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn wrapping pad
#52 · Sewage & wastewater properly disposed −1
Corrected during inspection
5-402.13 Maintain sanitary sewage system according to Law.-P - Observed drain backing up below prep sink for fish. CDI, drain snake and now operating properly during inspection.
Sep 17, 2024 B 89 · 9 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed oysters held on ice uncovered / unprotected in front of display case on cart. CDI, oysters to be relocated behind counter display case.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 .
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. - Observed back slicer stored as clean but food residues. CDI, employee to clean and sanitize.
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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Repeat violation
3-501.16(B) Maintain raw shell eggs in refrigeration with an ambient air temperature of 45F or below.- P - Observed beef, pork and chicken over stacked in display cases in front of store between 41-45 degrees F. Observed container of beef in wic at 44 degrees F. Recently placed foods relocated to rapidly cool. Observed some between 46-47 degrees F over 4 hours voluntarily discarded. Observed display case with ambient air temperature of 49 degrees F. Observed chorizo, beef and pork at 48-49 degrees F in unit overnight and voluntarily discarded. Vr required to follow up on equipment calibration and cold holding . PIC contacted refrigeration maintenance while on-site. Cold holding out of compliance past several inspection and if not in compliance next inspection may require risk control plan
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 ham with discard date of 9/14. CDI, ham 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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P - Observed window cleaner spray bottles over clean single-service food grade wrapping. CDI, chemicals relocated for proper storage.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-303.12(B)(C)(D) Unpackaged food may not be stored in direct contact with undrained ice except: whole raw fruits or vegetables; cut raw vegetables such as celery, carrots, or potatoes; tofu; and raw poultry and raw fish received immersed in ice. Observed raw oysters stored in undrained ice.
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food employee wearing watch.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed several wet cloths on prep table.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed 2 damaged wrapping pads. Observed several cases calibrated and maintaining TCS foods at required temperature.
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 black plastic crates used in direct food storage of meat in walk in cooler. Equipment not smooth and easily cleanable. Vr required. Replace with food grade containers or use grade liner.
May 13, 2024 A 97 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf - Observed food debris and residue on inside of band saw stored as clean. CDI- PIC rewashed, rinsed, and sanitized equipment. -0 points-
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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P - Observed pork loin, pork shoulder, pork kidney, and chicken thighs holding above 41F in grab n go case. All items were towards the front of the case. Items towards back of case holding properly below 41F. CDI- PIC removed items and EHS advised PIC to not overstack the cases. REPEAT -3 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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a couple flies throughout facility.
Jan 12, 2024 A 95 · 3 violations
#14 · Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction −2
Repeat violation
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.
Observed shell stock tags missing last sale date.
10 Day VR.
REPEAT.
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-304.11 (A) Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P.
Observed unpackaged chicken in direct contact with shopping cart from sales floor.
CDI - Items in contact with shopping cart were removed.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
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: 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 .
Observed multiple meats inside the display cooler at 43-44F. Items were not cooled after being seasoned and marinated and placed directly into the display cooler.
CDI - Items were unwrapped and moved to the WIC for rapid cooling.
REPEAT.
Jul 20, 2023 A 94.5 · 4 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. Observed shell stock tags missing last sale date. VR.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed quat sanitizer in spray bottle used for sanitizing equipment at 100 ppm. Sanitizer bottle at 3-comp dispenser was empty. CDI - PIC replaced bottle and remixed sanitizer at 300 ppm.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed food debris and residue on two knives in knife box, meat tenderizer, deli slicer, and both bandsaws. CDI - PIC moved knives to 3-comp sink and broke down equipment to be re washed before next use.
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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed oysters on prep table since last night at 51 F. Observed queso in reach in at 61 F. REPEAT. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded food. VR.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed hand sink in prep room detached from wall. Reattach sink to wall and seal around edges.
Apr 25, 2023 A 96.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Beef and pork recorded above 41F, CDI - 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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.
Display cooler in need of cleaning.
Feb 14, 2023 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 22, 2022 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 30, 2021 A 93 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 15, 2020 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 26, 2019 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 7, 2018 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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May 4, 2017 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 20, 2017 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 13, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 11, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 20, 2015 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 29, 2015 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 14, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 6, 2014 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 25, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “COMPARE FOODS EXPRESS MEAT MARKET” or State ID 2060300360). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.