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City Barbeque #43

9424 Falls Of Neuse Rd

Last inspected Apr 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Apr 13, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; Flies and gnats were only in the dirty dish area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Ecolab visited on 4.6.26 and treated for flies/gnats. PIC states that extra measures are being taken to ensure flies are not coming in during deliveries and frequency of cleaning floor drains has been increased.

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 3-304.14(E)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(E); Core; One of the sanitizer buckets was stored on the floor. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food; equipment; and utensils. CDI- Bucket was moved to a bottom shelf.

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(C )Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(C ); To-go forks; disposable trays; and paper boats were stored with their food contact surfaces exposed. 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. CDI- Items were inverted.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Two knobs are missing from the lids/covers of the steam table in the ordering area. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace knobs.

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)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The bulk white containers need wiping down; the vents over the fryer have a buildup of debris; and the black fan has a buildup of dust; and some of the plastic containers have sticker residue on them. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean these items on a more frequent basis. ***Points not increased due to these being different items under the same violation.

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 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; The garbage dumpster is leaking from one of the corners which is staining the dumpster pad and one of its lids is partially detached. Dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. *No points taken due to correspondence regarding issue with GM and landlord.

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, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 21, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; A container of Italian dressing was not labeled. All working containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta shall be labeled with the common name of the food. CDI- Italian dressing was labeled.

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 3-304.12 (A & B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (A & B); Core; The handle of the scoop was stored in the peppers & onions; a tray that is being used for a scoop was stored in the breader; and a plastic container is being used as a scoop for sugar. In-use utensils in TCS and non-TCS food; must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDI- Items removed by 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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; One of the breader containers and the bulk sugar bin has a build up of residue on the sides; the cables on the monitors in the food prep areas have a buildup of dust; and handles and some of the plastic containers have sticker residue on them. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean these items on a more frequent basis. ***Points not increased due to improvement in cleaning.

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 21, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 20, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

minorCode 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; Flies observed near dish area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Ecolab visited on 5.7.25; establishment will proceed with their recommendation for fogging. **Points not increased due to monthly service receipts showing establishment is making an effort to control 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 3-304.14(B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(B); Cloths are not submerged in sanitizer due to low sanitizer levels. Wiping cloths shall be submerged in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. CDI - More sanitizer was added to the buckets.

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)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The floor fans have a buildup of food debris; some of the highchairs have food crumbs in them; the chicken breader container has a build up of residue on the sides and handles and some of the metal pans have sticker residue on them. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean these items on a more frequent basis. CDI - These items were cleaned during 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
notedCode 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; The faucet joint at the handwashing sink in the frying/serving line area leaks and one of the toilets leaks from the base. Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Repair leaks.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; The garbage dumpster is leaking from one of the corners which is staining the dumpster pad. Dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. Have your landlord request a replacement.

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
minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; The floor drain under the dish machine needs cleaning as well as the floor behind and under equipment. The physical facilities shall be maintained clean. Clean the floors; walls and ceilings on a frequent basis.

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, May 20, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 11, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.12; Core; PIC states that smoker racks are cleaned and sanitized weekly. The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours. Increase cleaning frequency to smoker racks to every 24 hours if used daily or have spare racks to switch out between cooking.

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 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; In hot box; smoked chicken (128F-133F) maintaining a temperature below 135F. TCS foods shall be maintained at 135F or above for hot holding. CDI- All chicken was removed from the hot box to be shredded and cooled immediately.

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

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; The top layer of chicken filets sitting in the flip-top cooler by the fryer measured up to 46F. Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held cold shall be held at 41F or below. CDI- Top layer of fillets were returned to the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool. Do not overstock filets in this container.

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; Upon entering warewashing area; observed several small flies. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Insects; rodents; and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests and eliminating harborage conditions. Last visit from Ecolab pest control was on (1/16) and facility was treated for flies. Contact pest control to request more frequent visits until issue is resolved.

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; EHS noted improvement on this violation since the last routine inspection; however; a few surfaces of equipment and handles on the hot line were soiled with food residue/grease. 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, Feb 11, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 1, 2024

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Plastic containers stacked as clean still had light sticker residue and rub seasoning on them in the dish area...Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Soiled utensils were sent back to dish to be cleaned and sanitized. Improvement seen.

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; The top layer of chicken fillets sitting in the flip-top cooler by the fryer measured up to 47F. TCS foods in the salad flip-top cooler measured up to 45F...Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held cold shall be held at 41F or below. CDI: Top layer of fillets was separated to cool. Items in salad flip-top set to either be monitored and sold during the lunch rush or moved to the walk-in.

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 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; The ice scoop holder had slight debris collecting in the bottom...Utensils may be held in containers of food with the handles sitting above/out of the food or in a clean/protected location. CDI: Container sent to dish.

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 4-502.11(A) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-502.11(A) and (C); Core; A plastic container and rubber spatula in the clean dish area were cracked/chipped...Utensils shall be maintained in good repair or discarded/replaced. CDI: Items voluntarily discarded.

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)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Various surfaces of equipment and handles on the hot line are soiled with food residue/grease. The fryer flip-top cooler has food debris collecting in the back on the bottom behind the drawers...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
minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; The floors under and behind equipment on the line and in the prep area are in need of cleaning...Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

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 1, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 18, 2023

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

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; The top layer of chicken fillets sitting in the flip-top cooler by the fryer measured up to 53F...Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held cold shall be held at 41F or below. CDI: Top layer was separated to cool.

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
majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; A few of the metal pans stored as clean on the rack still had food in them. A pair of tongs stored on the wall rack had brisket and bbq sauce stuck to the inside...Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Soiled utensils were sent back to dish to be cleaned and sanitized. Improvement seen.

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)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; A pan of baked beans in the top; front of the hot holding cabinet near the register measured as low as 123F. Brisket ends being held in the pull out drawer that are later cooled and placed in the beans measured 119F...Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held hot shall be held at a minimum temperature of at least 135F. CDI: Beans reheated in the oven. The brisket ends were removed from the drawer and placed into the walk-in to help cool them rapidly.

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 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; The bucket of sink & surface sanitizer in the prep area measured below the adequate range...In-use wiping cloths used on equipment surfaces shall be held in a chemical sanitizer solution at the proper concentration according to EPA guidelines or manufacturer's instructions. CDI: Bucket was remade. Contact the service provider since the product is not dispensing properly.

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)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Various surfaces of equipment and handles on the hot line are soiled with food residue/grease...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
minorCode 5-501.113Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.113; Core; The communal cardboard dumpster lids are missing...Waste receptacles shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment...Contact the company or landlord to have these lids replaced. Facilities in the center have made attempts.

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, Oct 18, 2023 · Original Source

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