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Buffaloe Lanes North Foodservice

5900 Oak Forest Dr

Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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5 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 9, 2026

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale

11 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority - (REPEAT) Observed raw ground beef hamburger patties; raw bacon; raw shelled eggs stored above deli ham; hot dogs and donuts in reach-in fridge. In reach-in freezers; repackaged raw hamburgers and chicken were stored above ready-to-eat foods. Food shall be stored in order of final cook temperatures and to prevent cross-contamination. CDI by arranging foods in proper order during inspection.

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notedCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core - Observed significant pink mold residue/slime on metal guard in interior bottom and top of ice machine. A little build-up was seen on one soda dispenser nozzle. Equipment such as ice machines and soda dispensing machines shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent mold build-up. Increase cleaning frequency of ice machine interiors and soda dispensing nozzles. 4-702.11; Priority - At 3-compartment sink; observed kitchen employee wash and rinse utensils and then place them on right side drainboard without sanitizing them. After cleaning and rinsing; food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be properly sanitized. CDI by properly sanitizing containers.

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 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 - (REPEAT) Chopped cooked eggs were as high as 48F in refrigerated make line top. Unless actively preparing or properly cooling; or using time as a public health control; cold TCS* foods shall be kept at 41F or less. CDI by properly refrigerating eggs.

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 7-202.12Chemicals

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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-202.12; Priority - In food storage area; observed spray can of Hot Spot insecticide that stated it was for residential use only on label. Chemicals/toxic materials shall be used according to manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food establishment. CDI by removing Hot Spot from facility.

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

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Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core - Containers of various spices; toppings; sugar; etc. were not labeled. Containers of foods that are not easy to recognize shall be labeled with their names. Label containers of food to denote contents.

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 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core - A few soiled/moist wiping cloths were on counter tops. Soiled or in-use moist wiping cloths shall be kept in approved clean sanitizer between uses. Store moist/soiled in-use wiping cloths as stated above or in soiled laundry 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 problems
notedCode 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core - Some disposable food containers were stored with food contact surfaces uncovered/unprotected; and several stacks of disposable beverage cups had unprotected top rims where people drink from. Some coffee filters were stored uncovered. Single service disposable food/beverage containers or utensils shall be protected from contamination. Cover or invert disposable food containers; and keep filters in their original bags until needed. Keep cups in approved dispensers or inverted and in their original plastic sleeves pulled up to rims of top cups on stacks.

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 4-101.19Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-101.19; Core - Several wicker baskets (hard to clean) were being used in dry storage to storage sealed bags of cheese; sauces; etc. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment subject to spills and splash shall be smooth and nonabsorbent. Do not use wicker baskets for storing food bags. Use only easily cleanable; nonabsorbent containers.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core - Observed soiled wire and solid metal shelves; contact paper covered wood shelves; freezer interiors. Large amount of ice was accumulated inside reach-down chest freezer. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and equipment shall be maintained clean. Increase cleaning frequency of equipment/surfaces above. Properly defrost/remove accumulated ice inside freezer.

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 5-501.114Facility maintenance

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.114; Core - One outside trash dumpster drain had missing plug. Trash/recycling receptacles with drains shall have plugs in place. Contact solid waste company to replace missing drain plug.

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.

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notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - Mop sink/can wash vacuum breaker leaked when water was turned on. Caulk was damaged/cracked between sinks and walls. Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair. Repair leaking vacuum breaker; and replace damaged caulk; ensuring it is smooth and easy to clean. 6-501.12; Core - (REPEAT) Observed soiled walls behind/under cooking line; walls/basin in mop sink/can wash area; and flooring in kitchen corner; under soda dispensing station; etc. Physical facilities shall be kept clean. Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures above.

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 9, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 17, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11;Priority; Observed raw ground beef hamburger patties; raw bacon; raw shelled eggs stored above deli ham and hot dogs in reach-in fridge. Food shall be stored in order of final cook temperatures. CDI-Foods were rearranged during inspection.

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notedCode 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1);Priority; Observed chili and nacho cheese in hot hold dispenser maintaining at 122-124F. Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. CDI-Nacho cheese and chili were voluntarily discarded.

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

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Cut lettuce and cut tomatoes in flip top prep unit with temperature of 42-43F. Ambient air temperature of prep unit was 41F. Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held cold shall be held at 41F or below. CDI: Flip top prep unit temperature was adjusted lower during inspection.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Observed soiled walls and handwashing sink next to three compartment sink needs cleaning in back kitchen area. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. Increase cleaning in these areas.

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 17, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 11, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11;Priority; Observed raw ground beef hamburger patties stored above deli ham; and raw shelled eggs. Food shall be stored in order of final cook temperatures. CDI-Foods were rearranged during inspection.

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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; Observed slight pink residue on metal ice chute of ice machine. Equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil & residue. Increase cleaning frequency of ice machine interior. 4-601.11(A);Priority Foundation; Observed a stack of metal food containers with food residue stored as clean. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI-Food containers were moved to three compartment sink.

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 3-501.18Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18; Priority; Observed container of cooked eggs with date of 9/31 in bottom cooler of flip top prep unit. Foods that are maintained at 41F or below may be held no more than 7 days. CDI-Eggs were discarded 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.

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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; Observed soiled bottom interior in flip top prep unit. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean any areas building up soil; debris; and/or grease.

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, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 23, 2024

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 5-203.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-203.11; Priority Foundation; Observed the only handwashing sink in kitchen not working. Manager stated repairmen has been contacted to repair sink. At least 1 handwashing sink; a number of handwashing sinks necessary for their convenient use by employees. Employees will use hand sink in employee restroom until repair. Verification required: EC will return by Friday April 26; 2024 to verify handwashing sink has been repaired.

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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criticalCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed slight pink residue on metal ice chute of ice machine. Equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil & residue. Clean this machine more frequently.; 4-501.114; Priority; Observed chlorine sanitizer concentration in three compartment sink below 50ppm. Chlorine sanitizer concentration shall be 50-200ppm. CDI-Sanitizer was made to 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.

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majorCode 3-501.17Food source and labeling

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Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; Observed hot dogs and ham opened previous day but not date marked. Refrigerated; ready-to-eat TCS(Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods shall be dated and kept no more than 7 days after being prepared or package opened (day #1 is the preparation or open date). CDI-Dates were added to items 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
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; Observed soiled bottom interior in reach-in fridge and exterior of three compartment sink. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean any areas building up soil; debris; and/or grease.

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 23, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 27, 2023

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; The ice machine guard has slight pink residue buildup and the upper connecting edge has brown buildup...Equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil & residue. Clean this machine 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
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; A large bag of pepperoni; some diced eggs; and slices of tomato measured up to 44F in the flip-top cooler...Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held cold shall be held at 41F or below. CDI: Items moved to reach-in to cool. Lower the temperature of this flip-top unit so that it can maintain food cold at 41F or below.

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; A cluster of salt/sugar/pepper shakers and bottles were not labeled...Containers of foods that are not immediately recognizable shall be labeled 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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Light food debris and residue soil the bottom shelves of some of the reach-in units...Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean any areas building up soil; debris; and/or grease.

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, Oct 27, 2023 · Original Source

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