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NameSONIC #5701
Address265 MT HOLLY-HUNTERSVILLE RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28214
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 9/17/2026
Final Score @ Grade
94 A
General CommentsEHS observed some items stacked too high in prep unit. EHS educated PIC about not stacking items too high and use of metal containers to facilitate maintaining cold holding temperatures. When EHS arrived, EHS observed food employee at drive thru window vaping. EHS educated PIC and food employee that this was not permitted inside of food establishments. Repeated violations will result in permit action. EHS provided no smoking window decal.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
15 0 Food separated & protected No No No 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P- Observed pasteurized liquid eggs stored under raw bacon in RIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. -0- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed box of unwashed tomatoes stored over RTE hot dogs in WIC. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
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 food debris on dishes stored as clean. Observed debris on knife magnet with clean knives stored on it. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. Ensure to maintain knife magnet clean. 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 . 4-702.11 Utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use, after cleaning.-P- Observed food employee wash and rinse dishes and place them to dry without following a sanitizing step. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on ensuring to follow a sanitizer step and PIC placed items in sanitizer water. -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 . 4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed dark buildup in interior of ice machine. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended.
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 foot long hotdog and fries holding beneath 135F. Refer to temperature chart. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. -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 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures No No Yes 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P- Observed items above 41F at prep unit and ice cream toppings unit. Refer to temperature chart. Observed ambient air of both units at 41F or below. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. **PIC to use TPHC until repairs can be made.** **3 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED BY 9/18/26** -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 3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed squeeze bottles and white substance in dry storage in containers with no labels. -0-
40 0 Personal cleanliness No No No 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed food employee engaging in food prep with no head covering. -0-
43 0 In-use utensils: properly stored No 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 tong handle stored in cherry container with handle touching. -0-
44 0 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled No No No 4-903.11(B)(1) Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying. Observed wet stacking with dishes stored as clean. -0-
47 1 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No Yes No 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 1 shelf in WIC and 1 in dry storage in need of replacement due to rusting. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gasket in need of replacement at ice machine. Observed LED display not functioning at warmer where fries are kept. Repair. **REPEAT** -1-
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 interior and exterior surfaces of equipment, knife magnet, and some shelving in need of cleaning throughout. 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 ceilings throughout and food splash and debris on walls and floors throughout, especially in hard to reach areas, such as behind equipment. 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./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 missing light shields throughout. Observed some damaged floor tiles, especially near ice machine. Observed flooring starting to come up in WIF. Repair or replace. **REPEAT** -1- 6-501.114 Remove any items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. Observed ice machine and some items above 3-comp sink not in use. Remove.