A98.5

WHOLE FOODS MARKET - MEAT

6610 FAIRVIEW RD, Charlotte, NC 28210

Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300369

Latest gradeA (98.5)

Last inspectedJul 10, 2026

Inspections on record36

On record sinceOct 28, 2013

Score history

Oct 28, 2013Higher is betterJul 10, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 10, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed one (1) box of unwashed onions stored above two bins of cut ready to eat produce (pepper slices for Kabobs). CDI - PIC rotated storage order of unwashed and washed produce to prevent potential contamination. EHS provided WIC storage order chart to PIC. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 one (1) bin of cooling pork in WIC with covered lid. Pork was observed cooling at an insufficient rate. CDI - EHS removed lid to improve cooling of TCS foods item. EHS provided ambient temperature TCS cooling sticker to PIC. 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 .

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled

Corrected during inspection

4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed approximately three (3) wet nested plastic containers at drying rack. Air dry before stacking. CDI - PIC rotated containers to wash compartment to be rewashed.

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

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 one (1) unopened commercial container of chicken held at highest storage shelf in WIC. Chicken was positioned such that it was not directly over any RTE food, raw animal food of lower final cooking temperature, or unwashed produce. Per conversation with PIC, chicken package was a portion of food purchased and held for an employee. CDI - PIC rotated employee food to lower storage to prevent any potential contamination of food held for resale.

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Mar 18, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P 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 two (2) unopened packages of ground chicken stored above bins holding cut kabob vegetables (onions, peppers, etc.) Observed two (2) boxes of breakfast sausages held above open box of whole muscle bacon. CDI - PIC rotated contents of WIC as required. EHS provided WIC storage order chart. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#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 two (2) food employees engaged in minor food prep (rotating packaged food to WIC, rotating sanitized dishes to drying rack, etc.) with wristbands. Remove as needed.

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

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 one (1) rolling shelf within WIC 1 with minor rust and corrosion. Replace and/or resurface as needed. REPEAT. Note: No escalation in point deduction due to noted improvement from previous inspection; shelving with WIC is being replaced with new shelves.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed one (1) of two gender neutral employee restrooms without a covered waste bin. Provide covered waste bin as needed.

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Jan 5, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Joint inspection conducted with REHS Jennifer Lanyon

#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 one (1) stack of single service articles (trays) at prep area with exposed food contact surfaces. CDI - EHS inverted packages to prevent potential contamination.

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

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 two (2) rolling shelves within WIC 1 with minor rust and corrosion. Replace and/or resurface as needed.

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Sep 24, 2025 A 99.5 · 4 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 Observed beef roast in grab n go holding above 41F. Items placed in cooler less than 2 hours prior. CDI Item moved back to WIC to re cool quickly. 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

Repeat violation

4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed slight rust buildup on components of prep sink and components used in grinder. Per PIC, there is a set of backup parts for grinder that EHS observed today. Grinder parts maintained once a week. Repeat 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leak in WIF resulting in water turning into ice falling onto floor and items below. No meat market items affected

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. -

#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 splash and build up on base boards and lower wall behind drying/storage rack near three comp sink. Clean with more frequency.

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Jun 21, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5

4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet nested plastic and metal containers. Air dry before stacking. -.5-

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

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed heavy leak under 3-comp sink at drain pipe. Repair. -1-

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Dec 10, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

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 two rolling carts blocking handwashing sink in back area. CDI - Shelves moved.

#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 three hamburger patties on third level of meat display were noted above 41F. All other items were temped 41F or below. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded items. - 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 .

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Jul 18, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled

Corrected during inspection

4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. - Observed several food contact surfaces stacked together and still wet. CDI- PIC corrected issue.

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

Repeat violation

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Apr 19, 2024 A 99 · 2 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 a few metal containers with minor food debris build up in the corners. CDI- PIC moved the items to 3 comp sink to be properly cleaned prior to 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 .

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

Repeat violation

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Feb 14, 2024 A 97.5 · 2 violations

#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 flank steak and beef roast above 41F in display case. CDI- PIC moved items to WIC to rapidly cool down. REPEAT *Points not escalated due to improvements from previous inspection* -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 .

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

Repeat violation

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Sep 18, 2023 A 97.5 · 2 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 ground beef and short rib above 41F. CDI- PIC moved items to walk in cooler to quickly cool. 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 .

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

Repeat violation

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Jun 5, 2023 A 98 · 4 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- Observed grab and go raw pork chops between 42-44F. -CDI- PIC moved pork chops to WIC to rapidly cool. All other TCS foods were at and below 41F. 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 .

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5

4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking with trays stored as clean.

#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5

Corrected during inspection

4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturer label. -Pf- Observed food employee actively washing with temperature at 93F. -CDI- Food employee added hot water and increased temperature above 110F.

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

Repeat violation

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Nov 10, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#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 For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety - Observed RTE hot dogs stored under raw ground beef. CDI- PIC was able to correct storage order without EHS guidance and no physical cross contamination was observed.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. - REPEAT- Observed employee shared restroom without a covered trash can. CDI- PIC provided cover to trash cans.

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

Repeat violation

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Sep 15, 2022 A 97 · 4 violations

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2

Corrected during inspection

2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P - Observed an employee handle raw ground beef with a gloved hand. the employee discard the glove, and donned new gloves, without a hand wash to prep raw ribs. CDI- Prior to cross contamination education was provided by the PIC. EHS observed proper hand washing after education was provided.

#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5

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 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU. - Observed ground beef, ribeyes and fillets all attempting to cool in the display case from prep according to PIC and employee 2 hours prior to the inspection. Observed ground chorizo sausage cooling covered. CDI- All items were uncovered and placed in walk in cooler to quickly cool.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

Corrected during inspection

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. - Observed employee shared restroom without a covered trash can. CDI- PIC provided cover to trash cans.

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

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. 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. - REPEAT Observed floors throughout the department with damage. NOTE: Improvement has been made to walls and base boards. However point deduction will remain the same. If violation is noted on the next inspection point deduction will be increased.

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May 5, 2022 A 96 · 5 violations

Inspector comments: EHS recommended PIC to gather all items for vomit and diarrheal clean up events noted on the written procedures observed during the inspection today.

#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P -REPEAT- For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. - Observed wash cut onions and peppers stored in a covered container below raw bacon. CDI- PIC was able to correct the storage order since no physical cross contamination was observed. NOTE: Observed storage order issue in respect to different raw proteins. Therefore point deduction will remain the same however if storage order violation occurs during next inspection point deduction will increase. Also note cut onions and cut peppers are used for beef and chicken kabobs.

#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 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 stew meat, ribs, strips, and brisket all above 41F. CDI- PIC was able to place items in walk in to quickly cool.

#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. - REPEAT- Observed display case damaged in joining section of case, caulk is collecting debris. NOTE: Improvement has been made in respect to this inspection number violation from last inspection. However point deduction will increase if the violation occurs during the next inspection.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

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 minor debris build up on display case and joint of case damaged caulk.

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

Repeat violation

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Feb 25, 2022 A 94.5 · 10 violations

Inspector comments: PIC Michael Pettigrove was present during the inspection with food protection managers course certification to expire mar. 12 2024.

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2

Corrected during inspection

2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed an employee double gloving and after handling raw meat with double glove hand not wash hands. Observed same employee leave prep area with double gloved hands and return to prep area to only discard one glove without washing hands. Employee was handling trash. Observed employee handle raw meat and while double glove handle clean equipment without a hand wash. CDI- Education was provided and EHS observed proper hand washing by end of inspection.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (A),(B) Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf- Observed meat debris in hand sink. CDI- EHS instructed PIC to remove and ensure hand sink is only used for hand washing.

#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- 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. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety - Observed employee used soiled double gloves to handle clean equipment. Observed raw ground beef over whole muscle beef. Observed ground chicken stored above ground pork in the walk. Education was provided to employee double gloving. PIC was able to correct storage order since no physical cross contamination was observed.

#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: 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. - Observed several knives, plastic trays, and metal trays stored with minor food debris left on them. CDI- PIC moved all items to 3 comp sink to be properly washed before next use.

#23 · Proper date marking & disposition

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .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 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs. - REPEAT- Observed feta cheese without a date. PIC stated item was form two days ago. NOTE: improvement noted from last inspection so no point deduction occurred. All other RTE/TCS properly dated.

#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Corrected during inspection

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. - Observed several wet cloths stored on cutting surfaces throughout the department. CDI- Employee moved wet cloths to soiled bin.

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled

4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. - Observed white trays stacked together and still wet.

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

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

4-202.11 Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf- Observed a knife with chipping finish on the blade. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the item. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - REPEAT- Observed display case damaged in joining section of case.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. - Observed shared employee restroom without a covered trash can.

#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. 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 walls throughout the department with cracked or absent tile.

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Sep 22, 2021 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf 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 RTE sauerkraut, Oktoberfest sausages, and bier bratwurst all without dates. CDI- PIC was able to back date the bier bratwurst since item was found in a larger container. PIC voluntarily discarded the sauerkraut and Oktoberfest sausages.

#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed dry aged beef cooler case non functioning. Observed middle of display case broken with edges and grooves.

#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean

4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - Observed dirt debris on fan covers in prep room.

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Mar 19, 2021 A 99 · details not yet loaded