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Eggs Up Grill #73

1421 Kelly Rd

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 29, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

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

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (1); Priority; Observed sausage gravy in the hot box holding between 126 and 131F. Hot TCS foods shall be held at 135F or above. CDI- sausage gravy was reheated in the microwave to over 165F. All other hot holding observed compliant. No points taken today.

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 7-102.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority Foundation; A spray bottle of sanitizer was observed with a damaged label. Ensure working containers of poisonous or toxic materials taken from bulk supplies are clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. CDI- label was reapplied.

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 3-304.12 (F)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (F); Core; A strainer utensil was stored inside a container of warm water (95F) above the stove. In-use utensils shall be stored in a container of water at a temperature of at least 135F. CDI- water drained. Use water of sufficient temperature or store utensil on a clean; dry surface and replace every 4 hours. Full points may be taken for repeat violations. Prior violations noted for improper food scoop storage.

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 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Multiple cleaned and sanitized pans were stacked wet on the clean equipment shelf. Clean plates and bowls were stored with the food-contact surface exposed. Equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and stored covered or inverted when dry. Pans were separated for drying.

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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minorCode 6-403.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-403.11; Core; An employee beverage was stored on a shelf above the warewashing sink. Designated areas for employee eating/drinking shall be used to prevent contamination of facility equipment; food; single-service articles and linens. CDI- beverage was relocated. No point taken today.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 29, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 16, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 6-301.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11; Priority Foundation; No hand soap available at cookline handwashing sink. Provide soap for handwashing at each handwashing sink. CDI- employee replaced soap 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 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Two metal pans stored as clean had minor food residue on them. Food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - items removed for cleaning. All other equipment observed clean. No points taken.

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; Sugar bin was not labeled. Label all working containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. CDI- employee added label. No point taken.

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 3-304.12 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (A); Core; A food scoop was stored inside a container of chicken salad in the makeline reach-in unit. In-use utensils in TCS food; must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDI- scoop removed.

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 4-501.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.14; Core; Residue accumulation observed along back and sides of warewashing machine. Warewashing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment; utensils; raw food; etc. shall be cleaned before use; throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils; and at least every 24 hours if used. Increase cleaning frequency; especially of back corner.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 16, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 15, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.19 (A) (1)Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

3-501.19 (A) (1); Priority Foundation; PIC could not locate their TPHC form used previously for eggs held on time at the cookline. Eggs were observed marked appropriately. Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance; maintained in the establishment; and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). CDI- provided new TPHC form. No points taken today.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4-202.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-202.11; Priority Foundation; Wooden bowl used for chopped ingredients was badly chipped along the sides. Multiuse food-contact surfaces shall be smooth; free of open seams; cracks; chips; pits; sharp internal angles; crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. CDI- bowl 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.

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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; Tall reach-in freezer has dust accumulation on top vent. Food debris observed in gaskets on reach-in freezer. Remnants of plastic coating observed on side of freezer. This prevents easy cleaning. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust; dirt; food residue and other debris accumulation. Clean freezer unit and remove remaining plastic coating.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 4, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16(A)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; Several TCS foods in the makeline fliptop unit were observed above 41F (see temp chart). Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. Foods were held here less than 4 hours. CDI- foods moved to walk-in cooler. Keep lids closed as much as possible to retain cold air.

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 3-501.18Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18; Priority; House-made potato salad prepared on 5/28 was observed in the reach-in cooler. Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired (7 days); if it is not been labeled; or if the label is incorrect. The day of preparation shall count as day 1. CDI- potato salad was voluntarily discarded. All other date marking was observed compliant. No points taken

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; A container of salt was unlabeled. Label all working containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. CDI- label added. No point taken

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 3-304.12 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (A); Core; Two food scoops were observed inside containers of TCS food like corned beef and ground sausage. In-use utensils in TCS food must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDI- scoops removed.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 30, 2025

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 30, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 11, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114; Priority; The dish machine is dispensing 25 ppm of chlorine. Chlorine shall register 50-200 ppm to effectively sanitize. 50-100 ppm required per labeling on dish machine. CDI - PIC called in for repair 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.

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notedCode 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); Core; Cleaned and sanitized white ramekins stacked wet. Dishes shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Air dry prior to stacking.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 7, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 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; The cleanliness of dishes has improved overall; however; multiple plates and ramekins stored as clean soiled with food and debris. Food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Items moved for thorough 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.

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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; Multiple TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods holding above 41 F in prep units on the cook line. Refer to temperature chart above. Keep cooler doors closed as much as possible and when not actively in-use to maintain proper temperatures. Coolers holding less than 41 F ambient. Inspection conducted during a busy period. CDI - Flip top lids closed; and a container of ice added underneath shrimp.

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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majorCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Multiple foods prepared today including; but not limited to cut melon and cut tomato cooling in prep units. Cool foods properly and quickly by loosely covering/catty-cornering lids to allow for air flow; using smaller/thinner portions; and by placing in rapid cooling equipment (walk-in cooler/freezer). CDI - Cut melon moved to cool in the walk-in cooler; containers spread in single layers (not stacked on top of one another); and lids catty-cornered. TCS foods prepared at room temperature; such as cut melon and cut tomato; have a total of 4 hours to cool to 41 F or below. Cooked foods have 6 hours to cool to 41 F or below (135 - 70 F within 2 hours; and 70 - 41 F within 4 hours; for a total of 6 hours 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 7, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 30, 2023

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 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; Numerous dishes stored as clean soiled with food debris and greasy to the touch. Food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Items moved for thorough 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
minorCode 4-901.11Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11; Core; Multiple cleaned and sanitized food contact surfaces stacked wet. Additionally; a damp wiping cloth observed in the clean dish area; indicating it is being used for towel drying. After cleaning and sanitizing; equipment & utensils shall be arranged to air dry prior to stacking; and they may not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry.

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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minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Walk-in freezer floor soiled. 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, Nov 30, 2023 · Original Source

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