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Bonefish Grill

4421 Six Forks Rd

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Apr 13, 2026

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3-402.12 RecordsFood source and labeling

Official wording

Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction

Inspector’s notes

3-402.12 Records; Creation; and Retention (Pf); Establishment is no retaining shellstock tags; but they are not dating the shellstock tags. After the last shellstock in a container is sold; the tag shall be dated and retained for 90 days. CDI- EHS educated PIC and recent tags were dated.

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 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); Tuna and tomatoes were being stored too highly inside of prep top coolers and were above 41F (see temperature chart). Potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Food was taken to closed refrigeration to be cooled before a 4 hour period elapsed.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C); Walk in freezer has ice accumulation above food boxes. Food shall be stored in a clean; dry environment where it is not exposed to potential contamination.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Wet wiping cloths were found being held outside of sanitizer. Between uses; wet or moist wiping cloths shall be held in an approved sanitizer at an appropriate 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
notedCode 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A); (B); and (D) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C); Clean containers were found being stacked closely together while wet. After being cleaned; equipment and utensils sha be stored in a self drying position that allows for air drying.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C); While improvements have been made since last inspection; Fryer exteriors in cook line area have soil/grease buildup and should be cleaned. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris.

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, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 11, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

majorCode 3-402.12 RecordsFood source and labeling

Official wording

Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction

Inspector’s notes

3-402.12 Records; Creation; and Retention (Pf); Establishment has recently introduced live shellstock. Establishment was not retaining shellstock tags after sale. After the last shellstock in a container is sold; the tag shall be dated and retained for 90 days. CDI- EHS educated employees and tags are being retained.

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; Large container of flour was not labeled. Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta; working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT; such as cooking oils; flour; herbs; potato flakes; salt; spices; and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.

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
minorCode 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A); (B); and (D) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C); Clean lids were being stored inside of a container with food debris inside. Equipment and utensils shall be stored in a clean; dry environment where they are not exposed to potential contamination.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C); Handwashing sink in the front of the cook line continuously leaks water onto the floor when being used. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

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 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C); Fixtures above the prep station on the prep line has residue/dust buildup that needs to be cleaned. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris.

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
minorCode 6-501.11 Repairing - PremisesCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C); Wall in the men's restroom has a large hole that should be repaired. Physical faciltiies shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

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, Sep 11, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 5, 2025

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 5-202.12 Handwashing SinksHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12 Handwashing Sinks; Installation (C); Handwashing sink was not supplied with soap. All handwashing sink shall have accessible hand cleanser. CDI- Hand soap was provided.

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.

More about handwashing 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); Multiple potentially hazardous food items on the prep top coolers were above 41F (see temperature chart). Pasta at the front of the walk-in cooler beside the door was at 47F. Potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Pasta was voluntarily discarded and food on the prep top coolers was taken to closed refrigeration to cool before a 4 hour period elapsed.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P)Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P); Open sanitizer bucket was being stored above a food ingredient container. Poisonous or toxic materials (including sanitizer) shall be stored separately from food items in order to prevent potential contamination. CDI- Items were separated as needed.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C); Multiple lights under the grill hood are not functional and need to be replaced. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Replace light fixtures as needed.

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
minorCode 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C); While improvements have been made since last inspection; shelving above the grill on the cook line has residue buildup that needs to be cleaned. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris.

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
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); Wall after the cook line has dust buildup and needs to be cleaned. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Clean 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 5, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 19, 2024

Score 94.5

Official score: 94.5 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 4-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12; Large cutting boards are stained and have deeper cuts. Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized.

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 2-401.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating; tasting; drinking or tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

2-401.11; Core; Uncovered employee beverage was found being stored on a service station prep area. Employees may drink from a closed container if it is stored in an area that prevents potential contamination of food or clean equipment.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 3-304.15(A)Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-304.15(A); Priority; Employee observed picking up items from the floor; handling cooking equipment; and cleaning without changing gloves or washing hands. Another food employee observed prepping lobster tails with gloved hands and proceeded to clean another area without a glove change or hand wash. Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. CDI- education given and both employees removed gloves and washed hands.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; In flip top cooler; cut tomatoes and Cajun cream sauce were holding above 41F (see temperature chart). In the prep bottom cooler; cooked noodles were holding between 44-45F. TCS foods being held cold shall remain at 41F or less. CDI- Cut tomatoes and noodles were cooled down utilizing ice. Cajun cream sauce was voluntarily discarded by PIC.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; A few flies were present in the kitchen area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects and other pests. EHS recommends taking control measures to eliminate flies.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Microwave interior; shelving throughout the kitchen; prep cooler interiors; and cooking equipment exteriors have soil buildup and need to be cleaned. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris.

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 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; Floors in the kitchen are missing grout in some areas. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

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, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 7, 2024

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Priority; When asked; employee stated that the knives on the line are sanitized throughout the day with wiping cloths; but not completely cleaned (washed; rinsed; and sanitized). In use utensils for potentially hazardous food shall be cleaned at least every 4 hours. CDI- Employees were educated during the inspection.

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
criticalCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; In the walk-in cooler; all potentially hazardous food was between 43-45F. Potentially hazardous food shall be maintained at 41F or below. Manager stated that earlier today a delivery was made; and the walk-in cooler doors were opened and fans were accidentally turned off. During the inspection; the ambient air temperature in the cooler was lowered (fans were functioning and doors were closed) and food was rapidly cooled using ice. Ensure potentially hazardous food remains at 41F at all times.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 2-401.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating; tasting; drinking or tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

2-401.11; Core; Open employee beverage was found being stored on a prep area. Employees may drink from a closed container if it is stored in an area that prevents potential contamination of food or clean equipment.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 3-501.19Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

3-501.19; Priority Foundation; Potentially hazardous food was found being held on time as a public health control (TPHC) without accurate time stamps. Food being held on TPHC shall be marked with the time to indicate when they must be discarded within a 4 hour period. CDI- Food was marked with time stamps.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; Large container of flour was not labeled. Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta; working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT; such as cooking oils; flour; herbs; potato flakes; salt; spices; and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.

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 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; A few flies were present in the kitchen area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects and other pests. EHS recommends taking control measures to eliminate flies.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; While improvements have been made since last inspection; floors in the kitchen are missing grout in some areas. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Full deductions not taken due to improvements made.

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, Mar 7, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 1, 2023

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

minorCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Wet wiping cloths were found being held outside of sanitizer. Between uses; wet or moist wiping cloths shall be held in an approved sanitizer at an appropriate 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
minorCode 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Repeat; Clean food containers were found being stacked closely together while wet. After cleaning and sanitizing; equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Make sure equipment and utensils are air dried before stacking them.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Microwave interior; shelving above grill; prep cooler interiors; and cooking equipment exteriors have soil buildup and need to be cleaned. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris.

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
minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Wall at the end of the cool line has some dust buildup. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.; 6-501.11; Core; Repeat; Floors in the kitchen are missing grout in some areas. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

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
minorCode 6-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-501.110; Core; Upon EHS entrance; employee cellphone was being stored on a cutting bored. Employees shall use designated areas or lockers for personal items such as electronics or clothing.

In plain English

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 1, 2023 · Original Source

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