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Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Duck Donuts #213

2210 Big Falls Dr

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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2 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 3, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. Noted sticker residue on multiple containers stored as being clean on the utensil rack. CDI- Education provided. Instructed PIC to rewash and sanitize.

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 3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Date Marking (Pf)- In the prep cooler; noted containers of sausage patties and scrambled egg pucks were missing date marking labels. Noted items were transferred from original packaging into the working containers more than 24 hour prior to inspection. READY-TO-EAT; TCS FOOD prepared in house or opened from a commercial container (except deli salads; hard cheeses; cultured dairy; preserved fish; and cured/fermented meats) and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly identified using a date marking system to indicate the day by which the FOOD shall be served or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation or open date shall be counted as Day 1. CDI- Instructed PIC to relabel.

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 —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-302.12 Food Temperature Measuring Devices- Noted thermometer provided missing batteries.A) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of FOOD temperatures as specified under Chapter 3. (B) A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin FOODS such as MEAT patties and FISH filets. CDI- EHS provided additional thermometer during inspection

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
majorCode —Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-602.11 Food Labels (Pf)-Noted labels missing for squeeze bottles of dry ingredients. Ensure all working containers of dry ingredients that are not easily identifiable are properly 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
criticalCode —Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15 (A)- Noted steady leak coming from the drain line underneath the four compartment sink. According to PIC a work order has already been placed. Repair not in accordance with law. Discussed following up on repairs.

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 —Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-304.11 Mechanical - Ventilation (C)- Noteh HVAC system currently not working. Facility currently using a mobile HVAC (1source) to supply air flow. Air flow still appears to insufficient. Ambient air for facility currently reading at 83 F. Have HVAC system repaired as soon as possible.

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, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 4, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC not a certified food protection manager. CDI: Establishment is still under 210 days of being permitted.

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
minorCode 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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); Dishes shall be stored in a self draining position that allows air drying. Wet stacking dishes.

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 4-501.18 Maintain washCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.18 Maintain wash; rinse; and sanitize solutions clean. Debris in wash water and sanitizer water.

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 6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drinkFacility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink; shall be located so that food; equipment; linens; single service/use items are protected from contamination. Employee beverages stored over food sold to customers inside refrigerator.

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, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source

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