1 - Inspection
May 18, 2026
Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observation: Slicing extension for the dough mixer had lettuce adhered tot he chute (stored clean on dry rack); CDI: Chute was removed and placed back into dish; 4-601.11 (A) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (Pf) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.
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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Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods
Inspector’s notes
Observation: The salmon is not marked as an undercooked product on menu (Needs disclosure); Steak items not marked identifying products. Verification for corrective action by 5/28/26. 3-603.11 Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw; Undercooked; or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf) (B)(2) Consumer Advisory Disclosures that are asterisked to a footnote shall state; * Items are served raw or undercooked; or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients.
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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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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
Observation: The spray chemical containers were not labeled with the contents; CDI: Spray bottle removed and labeled with product 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
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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Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
Observation: The installed insect control device over thesode fountain/ice well can cause contamination; Move insect control device to another location where contamination cannot occur. The exterior front doors (front entrance) and screen door on the bar/patio were being stood open allowing the entranc eof flying insects; CDI: Doors were closed during inspection - Consider install of air curtains in these areas to have doors remain open during operation; 6-202.13 Insect Control Devices; Design and Installation (C) 6-202.15 Outer Openings; Protected (C) Properly locate mechanical insect control devices. Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry.
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.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector’s notes
Observation: In use wiping cloths wiping up food spills not being stored in a sanitizer between use. CDI: Sanitizer buckets made up for wiping cloths. 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitations (C) (B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
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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Washing fruits & vegetables
Inspector’s notes
Observation: Avocados observed with label affixed being used for plating/consumption; CDI: Avocados removed; sticker removal and cleaned before prepping. 3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C) Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Observation: Test strips for lactic acid sanitizer on sink not availabe; Provide test strips verification by 5/28/26 4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions; Testing Devices (Pf) Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations.
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 problemsOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 18, 2026 · Original Source