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NameHARRIS TEETER #220 MEAT/SEAFOOD
Address2720 W MALLARD CREEK CHURCH RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28269
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 2/17/2026
Final Score @ Grade
95.50 A
General CommentsEHS observed facility had thick probe thermometer. PIC also had new thin probe thermometer that was not opened or in use. Ensure thin probe thermometer used to accurately measure thin foods. PIC’s CFPM expires 10/2026. EHS provided EHP handout and V&D cleanup procedures.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
14 1 Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction Yes No No 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 some tags not stored in chronological order of last use date. -CDI- PIC properly ordered tags. -1-
15 0 Food separated & protected Yes No No 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 kebabs stored over raw beef kabobs in consumer grab and go area. Observed raw ground beef stored over whole muscle ground beef in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. -0- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
16 0 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 food debris on dishes stored as clean. Observed some dishes with food debris/residue on a cart with a “do not use” tag. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. All items not in use must be stored clean or removed. -0- 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 . 4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. -P- Observed food debris/residue on thermometer stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S.
22 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed some items above 41F in consumer grab and go area. Refer to temperature chart. Observed ambient air at 39F. -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 .
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. Observed some items packaged in house for consumer self service that did not include place of business. -0-
44 0 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled No No No 4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed wet stacking with large bus tubs stored as clean. -0-
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used No No No 4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles 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 food splash and debris on some meat-packing trays. EHS recommended they be protected by plastic covering until ready to use to prevent this. -0-
49 1 Non-food contact surfaces clean No Yes 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 food debris/residue on NFCS of meat sealer. Observed dust buildup on vent fan covers. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -1-
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 dust buildup on soap and paper towel dispenser. Observed buildup on walls near 3-comp sink, especially behind knife magnet and ceilings and light fixtures. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. 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 peeling flooring throughout meat market with emphasis in walk-in cooler. Repair. **REPEAT** -1-