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Chex Grill & Wings

3006 Hillsborough St

Last inspected Aug 3, 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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3 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 3, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12At least one employee who has supervisory and management responsibilities and the authority to direct and control food preparation and service shall be a certified food protection manager. -Observation: upon arrivalPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12At least one employee who has supervisory and management responsibilities and the authority to direct and control food preparation and service shall be a certified food protection manager. -Observation: upon arrival; a Certified Food Protection Manager was not available. It is required by the State of North Carolina for at least one (1) employee to have a food safety certification at all (CAT II; III and IV) food handling establishments. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with Person in Charge (PIC).

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 —Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12 Each handwash sink shall be provided with paper towels or an air drying device. Pf -Observation: two (2) handwashing sinks in kitchen didn’t have paper towels. -Corrected During Inspection (CDI): Person in Charge (PIC) voluntarily refilled paper towels dispenser.

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 —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-204.112 A temperature measuring device sensor shall be located in a mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit. -Observation: air thermometer was not located in the warmest part of the coolers. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with Person in Charge (PIC).

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 4-202.16 Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledgesCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-202.16 Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledges; projections; crevices; and constructed to allow easy cleaning and facilitate maintenance. -Observation: original plastic from manufacturer for equipment protection it is still on the equipment (prep tables) and it has to be removed. It is not easily cleanable and chipping pieces of the plastic can fall in food items. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with Person in Charge (PIC). 4-202.11 Food Contact Surfaces-Cleanability A) Multiuse FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be: (2) Free of breaks; open seams; cracks; chips; inclusions; pits; and similar imperfections; Pf (3) Free of sharp internal angles; corners; and crevices; Pf -Observation: fryer baskets sharp had metal coming out that can fall on the food and become a solid hazard. -Corrected During Inspection (CDI): Person in Charge (PIC) voluntarily discarded fryer baskets. 4-402.11 Fixed Equipment; Spacing or Sealing. (A) EQUIPMENT that is fixed because it is not EASILY MOVABLE shall be installed so that it is: (3) SEALED to adjoining EQUIPMENT or walls; if the EQUIPMENT is exposed to spillage or seepage. -Observation: food prep sink and two (2) hand wash sinks were coming out of the wall and caulk was breaking. Make sure to re-caulk sink on the wall. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with 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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minorCode 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. -Observation: walk-in cooler had gaskets with accumulation. -Soda machine had also accumulation in the ice dispenser and in blackCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. -Observation: walk-in cooler had gaskets with accumulation. -Soda machine had also accumulation in the ice dispenser and in black; white and green slime growing near the nozzles. -Outside fryer and grilled had grease accumulation. -Make sure to clean as often as necessary to keep it clean. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with 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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minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. -Observation: trash can with lid was not available in female restrooms. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 8, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 5-205.11 (B)Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11 (B); Priority Foundation; Cleaning bucket stored in handsink. Handsink being used to fill up water for celery sticks. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CDI- EHS informed employees hand sinks can only be used for handwashing and to remove all items and do not use water from the handsink. Employees complied.

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 3-304.15(A)Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-304.15(A); Priority; Employee did not change gloves after handling phone; and went to pick up fry basket with chicken wings. Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. CDI- EHS informed PIC who then coached employee on changing gloves and washing hands after phone use.

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)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; Raw beef; raw shrimp; and lettuce above 41F (see temp chart). Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. CDI- Items placed out less than an hour from the walk in cooler to this prep unit. All items relocated to working cooler (below 41F).

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 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Ranch dressing to go cups stored in a box previously used for raw chicken. Store in appropriate containers such as bus tubs. Store food in a clean; dry location; not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.

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.

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notedCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Repair the prep cooler that has an internal reading of 44-45F (PIC called at end of inspection and relocated product immediately; do not store TCS food until repaired). Replace any bus tubs that are cracked. Maintain equipment in 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, Jan 8, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 13, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.11 (A) (1) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleanedCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11 (A) (1) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned; and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11; before each use with a different type of raw animal food. (P): Meat slicer soiled from previous use. When asked; PIC stated slicer was last used sometime this weekend. CDI: EC Wall provided food-contact surfaces cleaning guidance; and slicer was moved to be cleaned.

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(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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. Minor ice build-up inside walk-in freezer and two door reach-in cooler.

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 13, 2025 · Original Source

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