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NameKFC/TACO BELL #E320066
Address5540 UNIVERSITY POINTE BV
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28262
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 7/17/2025
Final Score @ Grade
93 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
8 0 Hands clean & properly washed Yes No No 2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P- Observed food employee wash hands for less than 20 seconds. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper handwashing procedures and food employee properly rewashed hands. For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M . 2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed food employee wash hands and use clean hands to pump paper towel dispenser thus recontaminating hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on ensuring to pump paper towel dispenser before washing hands and food employee rewashed hands. -0-
10 0 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use -Pf.- Observed hot water at mixing valve handsink at 121F. -CDI- PIC corrected to 96F. -0-
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes No No 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.- Observed debris on multiple dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dish pit to be W/R/S. -1.5- 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 .
21 0 Proper hot holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P- Observed nuggets hot holding between 118-141F, cheese sauce at 107F, and fries betweenn 131-145F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items below 135F. -0- 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 .
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures No Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed shredded lettuce, shredded cheese and sour cream in lowboy above 41F. Observed ambient air at 43F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. **REPEAT** **FACILITY TO USE OTHER UNITS UNTIL REPAIRS CAN BE MADE.** **3 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED** -3- 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 .
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead fly at handsink. 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flies. -0-
41 0 Wiping cloths: properly used & stored Yes No No 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored in 50ppm quaternary sanitizer concentration. -CDI- PIC replenished sanitizer supply to 200ppm. -0-
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes No No 3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed scoop with no handle stored in cinnamon sugar. -CDI- PIC removed.
44 0 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled Yes No No 4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wet stacking in dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dish pit to be W/R/S. -0- 4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean dishes on storage rack with dust/debris buildup. -CDI- PIC moved items to dish pit to be W/R/S.
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes No 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards in need of replacement throughout. **REPEAT** 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leak at standing steam cabinet near drive thru window. Observed broken microwave. Observed make line not in use due to icing over. Observed 2 paper towel dispensers that were barely dispensing paper towels. Repair or replace. **REPEAT** -1- 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 rusted shelving throughout.
49 0 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No No 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 interior and exterior surfaces of cold and hot holding equipment (such as lowboys, hot cabinets, etc) in need of cleaning. Observed NFCS of slushee machine with dark growth. Observed NFCS of drink machines with buildup. Observed exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, tea machines, and other equipment in need of cleaning. Observed cabinets below consumer self-serve drink machines in need of cleaning. Observed outsides of dry goods storage containers in need of cleaning. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0-
50 0.50 Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure No No No 5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands. -Pf- Observed hot water at handsink at 68F and 84F. **10 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED** -0.5-
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No 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 food splash and debris on walls throughout. Observed standing water on floor near steam cabinet due to leak at steam cabinet. 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./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 low grout in multiple spots throughout facility. Observed missing or cracked baseboards throughout. Observed cracked and loose floor tiles near fryers. Replace. **REPEAT** -1-
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used Yes No No 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee personal items stored over retail items in RIF. -CDI- PIC removed items. -0-