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Fiesta Mexicana Restaurante

14460 New Falls Of Neuse Rd

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 26, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; The person left in charge is not a certified food protection manager. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Ensure the person that is left in charge is a certified food protection manager. CDI- A list of ANSI approved CFPM classes is available at wake.gov/food.

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
majorCode 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; A few flies observed in the back prep area; mainly near the container of raw onions. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. The presence of insects; rodents; and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by using methods; if pests are found; such as trapping devices or other means of pest control and eliminating harborage conditions. Discussed using trapping devices.

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 3-305.12Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.12; Core; Food is being stored under evaporator unit in walk-in freezer that has accumulated significant amount of ice on the coil. Food may not be stored under leaking water lines; under lines on which water has condensed; or under other sources of contamination. Place an empty container under the drip until unit or coil may be repaired. 3-305.11; Core; Container of chips found stored on the floor near the chip bin. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean dry location at least 6 inches above the floor. Keep food off of 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4-901.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11(A); Core; Clean metal food containers found stacked while still wet in the warewashing area.Utensils shall be stored in a position that allows for air drying after being washed; rinsed and sanitized. Ensure these containers are completely dry prior to stacking together.

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
criticalCode 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; Swing spout on prep sink closest to the walk-in cooler is leaking and no longer in good repair. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace swing spout.

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
notedCode 6-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-501.110; Core; Employee personal items found stored on the cutting board of the prep cooler at the start of the inspection. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Ensure personal items are not stored on prep surfaces. CDI- Personal items were removed.

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 26, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 16, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; Manager certification of person in charge expired on 2/2/2026 (approximately two weeks ago). PIC plans to get recertified within the month. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Ensure the person that is left in charge is a certified food protection manager. CDI- Emailed PIC a website link of current accredited CFPM courses.

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 3-301.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed

Inspector’s notes

3-301.11; Priority; Employee used gloved hand to add toppings to a taco but was holding the taco with bare hand. All ingredients are ready-to eat and item will not be cooked prior to service. Except when washing fruits and vegetables; food employees may not contact exposed; ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue; spatulas; tongs; single-use gloves; or dispensing equipment. CDI- Taco was voluntarily discarded. EHS educated PIC and employee on the importance of restricting bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods and the importance of using utensils. PIC agreed to re-educate all kitchen employees.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 3-305.12Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.12; Core; No active leak on evaporator unit in walk-in freezer today but there was heavy ice accumulation on a sheet pan of saran wrapped food directly under this unit. Food may not be stored under leaking water lines; under lines on which water has condensed; or under other sources of contamination. CDI- Food was voluntarily discarded. PIC stated that they are in the process of getting this unit repaired.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 6-303.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-303.11; Core; Lighting is extremely dim in the walk-in cooler. LED light bulb does not appear to be functioning properly. At least 10 foot candles area required in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Replace light bulbs to illuminate the area.

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, Feb 16, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 2-201.11(A-C)&(E)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Management; food & conditional employee; knowledge; responsibilities & reporting

Inspector’s notes

2-201.11(A-C)&(E); Priority; Employee Health Policy on site does not include Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Employees shall be knowledgeable of food-borne illnesses; their associated symptoms; and when they are to be excluded from work. CDI- Provided an updated hard copy and digital copy of Employee Health acknowledgement form.

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 2-401.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating; tasting; drinking or tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

2-401.11; Core; One employee beverage bottle was found on prep surface at the start of the inspection. An employee shall eat; drink; or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment; utensils; and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection can not result. CDI- Employee beverage was relocated without being prompted.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 6-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12; Priority Foundation; No paper towels were available at the handwashing sink closest to the warewashing area. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with individual; disposable towels. CDI- Paper towels were replenished in dispenser upon request.

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 4-901.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11(A); Core; Bus tubs were found stored stacked while still wet .Utensils shall be stored in a position that allows for air drying after being washed; rinsed and sanitized. Ensure these containers are completely dry prior to stacking together.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 24, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; A scoop is lying flat in the bulk container of salt. In-use utensils shall be stored with the handles above the food/food ingredients. Store utensils with their handles "up."

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 4-901.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11(A); Core; Multi-use cups were stacked while wet. Utensils (dishes) shall be stored in a position that allows for air drying ager being washed; rinsed and sanitized. CDI- Cups were unstacked and stored in a position that allows for air-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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 4-501.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.14; Core; The inner rim of the pre-rinse sprayer has a buildup of residue. Warewashing equipment/compartments of sinks shall be cleaned before use; throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils; and at least every 24 hours if used. Clean the inside of the sprayer head.

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 fan guards in the walk-in cooler have a buildup of black residue. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil residues. Clean the fan-guards.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; The ceiling vents in the women's and men's bathroom have a buildup of dust. The physical facilities shall be maintained clean. CDI- The ceiling vents were dusted during the 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 6-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-501.110; Core; An employee's phone was stored on top of the prep cooler. Employee belongings shall be stored in an orderly manner. CDI- Phone was removed and PIC instructed employee on where to store phone.

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, Jan 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 12, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

majorCode 7-102.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority Foundation; A spray bottle of Fabuloso mixed with water was not labeled. Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be labeled with the common name of the material. CDI- Spray bottle was labeled.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; Flies were in the dish area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents and other pests. Continue efforts to prevent flies from being inside of the establishment.

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
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); Core; Knives are being stored in the clean dish area with the handles in the container. Utensils shall stored covered or inverted. Ensure all utensil handles are "up."

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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; There is stuck on cheese on the rotating plate of the microwave in the kitchen area; and the fan guards in the walk-in cooler have a buildup of black residue. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil residues.

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 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; The lids are missing from the trash dumpster. All dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. No points taken due to the recycling dumpster being replaces and email from landlord from 6.9.24 showing a new dumpster for the garbage has been requested.

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; There is food debris on the floor of the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer; and the ceiling vents in the women's and men's bathroom have a buildup of dust. 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, Aug 12, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 16, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 7-102.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority Foundation; A spray bottle of sanitizer on the dirty dish cart was not labeled. Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials such as sanitizers and cleaners taken from bulk supplies shall be labeled with the common name of the material. CDI- The spray bottle was labeled.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 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; The lids on the bulk food storage containers are cracked. All equipment shall be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. Replace lids.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; The faucet at the 3-compartment sink continuously leaks from its joints when turned off. All plumbing systems shall be maintained in good repair. Repair faucet.

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 lids are missing from the trash and recycling dumpsters. All dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. Let your landlord know via text or email to let your waste management company know that both dumpsters need to be replaced.

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 16, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 13, 2023

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, Nov 13, 2023 · Original Source

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