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NameWILLOW RIDGE MEMORY CARE
Address2040 MILTON RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28215
Premise Type16 - Institutional Food Service
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 7/22/2026
Final Score @ Grade
94.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
22 0 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed package of sliced deli meat cold holding at 45F in rear reach in refrigerator. CDI, TCS food item was placed in reach in freezer to rapidly chill. -0 pt- 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 .
23 0 Proper date marking & disposition Yes No No 3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed package of sliced deli meat in rear reach in refrigerator not dated. CDI, TCS food item was date marked for date it was opened. -0 pt-. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
35 0.50 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 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. A) Under refrigeration at 41°F (5°C) or less.(B) Under running water at or below 70°F (21°F) with enough velocity to wash away loose particles, as long as the food's temperature never exceeds 41°F.(C) As part of a cooking process. Observed beef chub thawing in prep sink (not under running water) not accordance to notated rule. CDI, beef chub was moved to refrigerator to complete thawing. -0.5 pt-.
38 2 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No Yes No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead insects under dish machine. Observed sticky pads with dead insects under shelving in dry storage area. REPEAT VIOLATION -2 pts-.
39 1 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display No No No 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 water stored on the floor in pantry area. -1 pt-.
49 0.50 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 debris build up on top dish machine. REPEAT VIOLATION -0.5pt-
54 0.50 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed 1 dumpster lid opened during time of inspection. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed litter/debris beside dumpster area. -0.5 pts-
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No 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 black build up on flooring and walling under dish machine. Observed cleaning needed to flooring under stove. REPEAT VIOLATION -1 pt-