A99
UTSAV MEAT MARKET
5533 WESTPARK DR, Charlotte, NC 28217
Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300550
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedOct 19, 2026
Inspections on record4
On record sinceOct 27, 2025
Score history
Oct 27, 2025Higher is betterOct 19, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 19, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Observed spray bottle of cleaner without a label.
CDI - Spray bottle labeled.
Jun 22, 2026 A 98 · 3 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 chicken being stored directly above raw lamb products. No contamination was observed. -CDI- PIC rearranged storage order. (0 pts)
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
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Observed spray bottle of bleach without a label. Label working containers of chemicals that are not in their original packaging. (0 pts)
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −2
Repeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.
Observed boxes of food being stored directly on the floor in the WIF. Store at least 6 inches off of the floor. REPEAT*** (2 pts)
Feb 17, 2026 A 98 · 2 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −2
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.
Observed several boxes of food being stored directly on the floor in the WIF. Store at least 6 inches off of the floor. REPEAT*** (2 pts)
#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 employee fragrance bottle and beverage stored above a meat grinder. -CDI- Employee immediately relocated the items to an appropriate location away from equipment and food items. (0 pts)
Oct 27, 2025 A 97.5 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Obtain ANSI Food Protection Manager Certifiction within 210 days of permit.
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
Observed PIC and staff unsure about employee health policy, where to find it, when to report, and duties. CDI by providing handouts and educating staff on duties.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed handwashing sink with no hand washing sign. CDI by providing.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P
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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
Observed no sanitizer at three comp sink. CDI by setting up station with chlorine solution. Advised to have chemical provider set up 3 comp sink with food grade sanitizer for long term solution. No washing of utensils were occurring at time of inspection.
#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 boxers of food stored on WIF floor.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 meat trays stored upright and no longer in plastic packaging. Advised to invert.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place.
Observed dumpster lids open and Mable to close due to overfilling. No drain plug.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “UTSAV MEAT MARKET” or State ID 2060300550). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.