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NameSMOOTHIE KING #0251
Address8022 PROVIDENCE RD
SUITE 400
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28277
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 7/31/2025
Final Score @ Grade
99 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 almond milk and yogurt in prep unit maintaining above 41F during inspection. See temperature chart. PIC stated control knob for unit had been bumped during stocking and had turned unit temperature too high. Both TCS items had been in unit for less than two hours. CDI - PIC turned unit down. Maintenance already on site and will assess unit’s ability to maintain compliant temperatures. 0 pts. 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 .
27 0 Food additives: approved & properly used Yes No No 3-202.12 Food may not contain unapproved food additives or additives exceeding levels generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as specified in 21 CFR 181-186. -P Observed E-2 smoothie powder including ginkgo biloba and E-6 smoothie powder including 5 HTP not found on GRAS or 21 CFR lists. CDI - PIC agreed to discontinue use until proof of safety can be provided. 0 pts.
40 0.50 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 all food and beverage preparing employees not donning proper hair restraints during inspection. Ensure all food and beverage handling employees don proper hair restraints. 0.5 pts.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used Yes No No 4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed heavily damaged rubber spatula being stored for use on front line during inspection. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded. 0 pts.
55 0.50 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 wall in back dry storage area heavily damaged. Repair or replacement necessary. Repeat. 0.5 pts.