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Golden Corral #950

3551 Grenelle St

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

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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Mar 13, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Observed a few greasy baking pans; encrusted build-up; stored as clean on the utensil storage rack. EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI- Soiled pans returned for cleaning. 4-703.11(B) Noted hot water only reaching up to 153 F at the high temp dish machine. After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine; equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer. VR- Ecolab contacted to adjust high temp dish machine.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(D) Noted Sink and Surface Sanitizer solution reading below 272 ppm DDBSA for some of the sani-buckets. Maintain Sink and Surface solution between 272 700 ppm DDBSA. CDI- Sanitizer remixed to 272 ppM

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C)- Need to replace the deeply scratched and stained cutting board at the produce prep station. Cutting surfaces must be smooth easily cleanable to minimize the risk of bacterial growth and cross contamination. Replace cutting board. Repeat

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 5-205.15- The floor drain near the high-temperature dish machine are draining slowly. Also noted handwash sinkWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15- The floor drain near the high-temperature dish machine are draining slowly. Also noted handwash sink; near the front make line is slow to drain. Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 10, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16(A)(2) - A speed rack containing fried chicken wings and buffalo wings was found in the kitchen hallway. These TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) items were measured at 50-52 F. In Meat Cooler #1Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(2) - A speed rack containing fried chicken wings and buffalo wings was found in the kitchen hallway. These TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) items were measured at 50-52 F. In Meat Cooler #1; a container of raw ground beef was observed at 44-45 F. The ambient temperature in Meat Cooler #2 was recorded at 45 F.CDI- Chicken wings were discarded. Raw beef placed in meat cooler #2.

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 3-501.19 Time as a Public Health Control (P) (Pf)- Noted pans of baked fishOther

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

3-501.19 Time as a Public Health Control (P) (Pf)- Noted pans of baked fish; pot roast and fried chicken are being held past their 4 hour discard time. Facility has written procedures to hold TCS items for maximum of 4 hours on their hot and cold buffet lines. Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time; if the food is in unmarked containers; or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. CDI- Items discarded.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf)- A live roach was observed near the deep fryer unit. According to the Person in ChargePests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf)- A live roach was observed near the deep fryer unit. According to the Person in Charge; the facility receives pest control service from Orkin Pest Control 3-4 times per month. The most recent treatment was conducted earlier this morning; prior to the inspection. The premises must be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. CDI- Education provided on proper pest monitoring and the importance of detailed cleaning; particularly around the floors and casters of cook line equipment.

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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notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(D) Sanitizer solutions in multiple buckets along the hot line stations were observed to be soiled with visible debris. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C)- Need to replace the deeply scratched and stained cutting board at the produce prep station. Cutting surfaces must be smooth easily cleanable to minimize the risk of bacterial growth and cross contamination. Replace cutting board. Repeat 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)- Noted ambient for the meat cooler #1 was 44 F during time of inspection. Discussed adjusting the temperature on the noted meat cooler or having a technician assess and repair meat cooler #1. Maintain all equipment in repair. Person in charge had technician onsite to complete repairs 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 4-501.14 - Noted an accumulation of residue build up along the rinse vat of the 3 compartment sink. Warewashing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.14 - Noted an accumulation of residue build up along the rinse vat of the 3 compartment sink. 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. Ensure staff wash and sanitizer 3 compartment sink prior to use. CDI- Education provided.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Detailed cleaning is needed around the wheels and sides of the deep fryer units; where a heavy buildup of grease was noted; including inside the fryer cabinets. Additional cleaning was also discussed for the following areas: the underside of the scrap sink faucet nozzle; the top surface of the high-temperature dish machine; the prep sink and sideboard of the meat prep area; and the exterior surface of the meat slicer.

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 5-205.15- The floor drain near the high-temperature dish machine is draining slowly. AdditionallyWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15- The floor drain near the high-temperature dish machine is draining slowly. Additionally; repairs are needed for the drain lines near the dish machine and beneath the three-compartment sink. Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.

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 6-501.11 Core: 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11 Core: 6-501.11; Core; Epoxy floor in the dish room is worn. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. This is a repeat item. 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C)- Noted detail cleaning needed for the walls in the mop sink area. Also need to clean to hard-to-reach floor spaces underneath the cook line and hot hold equipment. Discussed pulling out equipment with wheels to clean the hard to reach floor spaces. Increase frequency of 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
notedCode —Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-303.11 Intensity - Lighting (C)- Noted lights are blown out above the deep fryer station. Replace out blown light bulbs. Ensure adequate lighting available throughout the facility.

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, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 9, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (1) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (1) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P)- Pan of rice was measuring between 93-100 F in the hot hold box. Noted rice was cooked less than 2 hours prior to inspection. Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. CDI- Items reheated to 165 F and place in the lower half of hot holding box.

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 —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11(A) Noted containers were stacked while still wet. Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. _

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C)- Need to replace the deeply scratched and stained cutting board at the produce prep station. Cutting surfaces must be smooth easily cleanable to minimize the risk of bacterial growth and cross contamination. Replace cutting board.

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 —Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15 - Observed a slow leak coming from the drain line on the handwashing sink near the meat grill station. Also noted floor drain near the high temp dishmachine is slow to drain. Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Clear noted drain and repair drain line on noted handwashing sink.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 9, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 9, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11: Unlabeled cleaner in two spray bottles. Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers. The cleaners were labeled once REHS spoke to PIC.

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 6-501.11 Core: 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11 Core: 6-501.11; Core; Epoxy floor in the dish room is worn. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. This is a repeat item.

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, Jan 9, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 13, 2024

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

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

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Sweet potatoes are 131F in the hot holding cabinet. Keep all TCS food at or above 135F when held hot. The sweet potatoes were voluntarily discarded.

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
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; Banana pudding is 43F in the upright refrigeration unit. Keep all TCS food at or below 41F when held cold. The banana pudding was moved to the walk-in cooler.

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 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; Torn gasket on the upright freezer that has shrimp in it. Equipment components such as doors; seals; hinges; fasteners; and kick plates shall be kept intact; tight; and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

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 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.115; Core; Grease on the dumpster pad. A storage area and enclosure for refuse; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items; as specified under sec. 6 501.114; and clean. This is a repeat item .

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 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; Epoxy floor in the grill; fry prep and dish room is worn. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. ; 6-501.11; Core; Water is leaking from the ceiling in the dry storage area. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

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 13, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 24, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 4-901.11Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11; Core; Pans observed stacked wet. Air dry before stacking or cross stack pans. The pans were re-arranged.

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 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.115; Core; Grease observed on the dumpster pad. A storage area and enclosure for refuse; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items; as specified under sec. 6 501.114; and clean.

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, May 24, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 5, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core; Hand sink in the meat prep room is 90F. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100oF through a mixing valve or combination faucet.

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
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; Fish is 50F in the prep area. Keep all TCS food at or below 41F when held cold. The fish was placed on ice and placed in the upright refrigeration unit.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Inside of the ovens have build up. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. This is a repeat item.

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, Jan 5, 2024 · Original Source

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