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Ash & Dill Gastropub

1 N Main St

Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 2, 2026

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

9 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - SeparationOther

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P)- Found an uncovered container of raw meatballs stored above ready-to eat food items in the reach in freezer unit. Raw animal foods shall be stored by order of final cooking temperature requirements and below ready-to-eat food items.- CDI; items were rearranged.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; The ice machine has heavy black residue buildup.- In equipment such as ice bins; they sha l be cleaned at frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soils and mold.- Please clean ice bin and do so more frequently.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P)- Observed an double stacked container of salad mix temping between 43-44 F and an overfilled container of sliced cheese reading at 44 F in the work top coolers. 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Time/temperature control for safety food Hot and cold holding (A) Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when time is used as the public health control as specified under §3-501.19; and except as specified under (B) and in (C ) of this section; TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be maintained:(2) At 41F or less. CDI- sliced cheese divided out into 2 containers and salad mix relocated to prep cooler.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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notedCode 3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood source and labeling

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Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Date Marking (Pf)- Observed containers of sliced chicken breast at homemade tzatziki; made more than 24 hours prior; missing date marking labels in prep cooler. Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. CDI- Items date marked during inspection.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode —Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf)- Unlabeled spray bottle found near the the front end reach-in cooler unit.Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.CDI- Item labeled

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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notedCode —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-302.12- No thermometer available or found during time of inspection. Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods. CDI- EHS provided thermometer during inspection.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

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minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C)- Noted cutting boards are deeply scratched and scored. Ensure cutting boards are smooth are and easily cleanable.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Cleaning needed of fryersCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Cleaning needed of fryers; refrigerators; handsinks and outsides of equipment.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C); Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning needed of floors under equipment. Repeat.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 13, 2026

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw chicken stored over beef and raw pork stored over RTE inside refrigerator. Raw animal foods shall be stored by order of final cooking temperature requirement.- CDI; items were rearranged. Repeat.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114; Priority; The sanitizer for dishes was at 0ppm.- Sanitizer shall be at the proper concentration when sanitizing dishes. (50-100ppm Chlorine). CDI: PIC adjusted dish machine lid and sanitizer was corrected to 100ppm. 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Dishes stored clean had food debris and sticker residue on them. CDI: Placed in dish washing area for rewashing.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a cleanEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

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. Single service utensils stored on the floor at front prep area.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

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notedCode 4-501.116 Concentration of the SANITIZING solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. PfCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.116 Concentration of the SANITIZING solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. Pf; No chlorine test strips in establishment to test sanitizer solutions. CDI: Owner returned with test strips prior to REHS departure.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Cleaning needed of fryersCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Cleaning needed of fryers; refrigerators; handsinks and outsides of equipment.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C); Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning needed of floors under equipment. Repeat.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 30, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Pans stored in handsink basin. CDI: Pans moved.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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minorCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C); Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning needed of floors under equipment.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 30, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 17, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Observed raw eggs being stored above ready to eat foods.- Raw animal foods shall be stored by order of final cooking temperature requirement.- CDI; items were rearranged.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114; Priority; The sanitizer for dishes was at 0ppm.- Sanitizer shall be at the proper concentration when sanitizing dishes. (200-400ppm/quat).- CDI; more sanitizer was added to reach concentration. Please reach out to provider to adjust sanitizer. 4-602.11; Core; The ice machine has heavy black residue buildup.- In equipment such as ice bins; they shall be cleaned at frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soils and mold.- Please clean ice bin and do so more frequently.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3-304.14(B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(B); Core; Sanitizer buckets were at 0ppm.- cloths in use for wiping surfaces shall be kept in between uses in a chemical sanitizing solution at the proper concentration.- Please make sure sanitizer is at proper concentration.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 17, 2024 · Original Source

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