1 - Inspection
Jun 11, 2026
Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale
11 recorded violations
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. - Observed a handsink with water temperature 111F and unable to stay washing hands for 15 seconds without scalding skin. The operation has only 1 hand sink and is accessible for proper handwashing. Verification due by 6/21/26
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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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Frequency. (E) Surfaces of UTENSILS and EQUIPMENT contacting FOOD that is not TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD shall be cleaned: (1) At any time when contamination may have occurred - Observed accumulation on the soda machine nozzle that needs to be cleaned more often. Discussed the matter with the person in charge (PIC).
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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Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Inspector’s notes
3-501.19 Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance; maintained in the establishment; and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf. - Observed no TPHC written procedure available to review for the sausage gravy present under the time control program. Verification due by 6/21/26
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food; equipment; utensils; linens; and single-service/use items. -P - Observed a bag of tea machine detergent stored behind the tea urn stand and next to a shelf that stored clean utensils. CDI - the bag of detergent was restored in a designated chemical area.
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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Food properly labeled: original container
Inspector’s notes
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 dressing/sauce that was removed from the original container and placed in a small cup with no label when out of the original package. Discussed the matter with the person in charge (PIC)
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.
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Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds; Insects; Rodents and other Pests (C) - Observed dead insects(cockroaches) on the floor near the mop sink area. Remind PIC to remove dead insects/traps to prevent pest attraction periodically. CDI - dead insect removed from the area.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C) Use head coverings; beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food; equipment; and utensils. - Observed a food employee without a beard guard. Discussed the matter with PIC. CDI- beard net provided.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
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Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. - Observed coffee filters stored without protection. CDI - the coffee filter is restored in a plastic bag.
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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Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
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 accumulation under the grill. Discussed with PIC about revisiting the cleaning schedule in this area.
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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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector’s notes
5-501.113 Covering Receptacles (C)5-501.114 Using Drain Plugs (C) - Observed 1 dumpster with a top lid open and 1 dumpster missing a drain plug. Discussed the matter with PIC.
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Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C). (A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. - Observed an unnecessary item with dust accumulation near the working desk area. - Observed debris accumulation under the ice machine. Discussed with PIC about revisiting the cleaning schedule in this area.
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 problemsOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 11, 2026 · Original Source