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Brew Coffee Bar- Cary Theater

122 E Chatham St

Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Apr 7, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P observed multiple containers of milk in lowboy unit near serve counter that were ranging from 43-49F PIC stated that is the main unit used so temperature increase was possible.

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 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expiredFood source and labeling

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Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired; if it is not been labeled; or if the label is incorrect. -P observed a container of pimento cheese that had a open date of 3/28 which exceeds the 7 day holding period at 41F. CDI by discarding food product.

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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notedCode 3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS foodEquipment and utensils

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In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food; must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. observed ice scoop with handle laying in ice. CDi by removing scoop from bin.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 30, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) At the time of inspection there wasn't a person in charge with the Food Protection Manager Certification. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

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notedCode 5-202.12 Handwashing SinksHandwashing

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Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12 Handwashing Sinks; Installation (C) Handwashing sink in front prep area is only reaching 82 F. Provide at least 100F water at handsinks.

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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notedCode 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

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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 equipment is being stored directly next to handwashing sink; which is exposed to splash. Store cleaned equipment; utensils; linens in a clean; dry location where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other 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.

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notedCode 4-903.11 (A) and (C) EquipmentEquipment and utensils

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A) and (C) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing (C) Several boxes of single use items stored directly on floor in side hallway storage area. Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean; dry location at least 6 inches above the floor where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other 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.

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notedCode —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) Cutting board on drying rack observed with heavy stained and deep gouges. 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.

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

1 - Inspection

Oct 9, 2024

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 2-101.11 - Assignment: PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. Pf There isn't a designated Person in Charge (PIC). 2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

PIC Present; demonstrates knowledge; & performs duties

Inspector’s notes

2-101.11 - Assignment: PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. Pf There isn't a designated Person in Charge (PIC). 2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1); (4)-(16) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention; application of HACCP principles; and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection; (B) Being a certified food protection manager; or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to the operation of the food establishment. -Pf. The employees on site today were unable to answer questions about chemicals in use on site; and were not aware that the sanitizer in use at the counter was at a toxic level. Designate a PIC; and sign them up for a certified food protection course within 10 days. List of approved courses: https://anabpd.ansi.org/Accreditation/credentialing/personnel-certification/food-protection-manager/AllDirectoryDetails?&prgID=8&OrgId=2208&statusID=4 Please visit our resource page; www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety; for more food safety information related to PIC Duties; Training; and managing food safety.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

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notedCode 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) There was no certified food protection manager on site during food service. The PIC shall have passed an exam as part of an ANSI accredited food protection manager course. CDI-List of approved courses listed herePermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) There was no certified food protection manager on site during food service. The PIC shall have passed an exam as part of an ANSI accredited food protection manager course. CDI-List of approved courses listed here; and sent to PIC email. https://anabpd.ansi.org/Accreditation/credentialing/personnel-certification/food-protection-manager/AllDirectoryDetails?&prgID=8&OrgId=2208&statusID=4I-List of approved courses listed here; and sent to PIC email.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food (TCS)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food (TCS); Hot and Cold Holding (P) Milk in the reach in cooler was holding 44-51F. TCS foods must be cold held at 41F or below. CDI-Milk container that was 51F was almost empty; and was voluntarily discarded. Milk containers were overfilled in the cooler; causing door to not close properly and temperatures to rise. Milk containers were rearranged; and a few were removed to allow door to close.

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 7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle measured above 500ppm. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer must measure between 200-400ppm. CDI-Sanitizer was diluted to 200ppm. 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf)Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle measured above 500ppm. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer must measure between 200-400ppm. CDI-Sanitizer was diluted to 200ppm. 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf); A spray bottle labeled as sanitizer actually contained degreaser. Chemicals in working containers must have a label with the common name of the material. CDI-Bottle was relabeled.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 9, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 14, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; There was a jar glass in the hand sink. The hand sink was used for rinsing coffee filter equipment. Hand sinks shall be accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sinks may not be used for anything but hand washing. CDI-Rule explained to PIC. Jar was removed.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 14, 2023 · Original Source

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