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NameCIRCLE K #1884
Address701 N GRAHAM ST
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28202
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 4/24/2026
Final Score @ Grade
95.50 A
General CommentsEnsure sanitizer is maintained in establishment. EHS had employees begin process of properly cleaning and sanitizing equipment. Future compliance visit will be conducted by EHS to assess sanitizer and pest control.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 0 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. Observed soap missing at back handsink. CDI- PIC had soap placed at sink. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towels at back handsink. CDI- PIC had a roll placed by sink. 6-301.13 Soap and paper towels shall not be provided at preparation or utility sinks. Observed soap dispenser at dump sink near coffee station.
16 3 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes Yes No 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed establishment without sanitizer at start of inspection, using degreaser in w/r/s process. PIC stated an order had been placed. CDI- PIC had employee obtain chlorine bleach. Ensure sanitizer is maintained in establishment for the cleaning of equipment and food contact surfaces. 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 4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed 2 of the 4 ice shoots needing cleaning. 4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed microwave needing cleaning. *REPEAT*
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 hash browns and 2 jumbo wing packages temping below 135 at grab & go. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. 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 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs shall effectively protect the establishment from the weather and entry of insects or pests. Observed walls outside with potential entry points along bottom. 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed live small crawling insects along wall in back of establishment. 6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed excessive amount of dead ants along entire back wall of establishment. PIC stated pest control company has been contacted and utilized through ownership. Increase pest control frequency.
48 0.50 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips Yes No No 4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed establishment without chlorine test strips. CDI- EHS provided test strips for use until test kit is obtained.
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 gaskets and bottom of reach-in freezers needing cleaning.
51 0 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices No No No 5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed men’s room handsink not functioning. Sensor in disrepair. PIC to close off bathroom and place work order.
54 0 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 top lid missing on outdoor receptacle.