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Harris Teeter #136 Deli

9600 Falls Of Neuse Rd

Last inspected Aug 6, 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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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 6, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; Several flies were found in the kitchen area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects and pests. Continue efforts to limit the presence of flies.

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 2-303.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

2-303.11; Core; An employee was wearing a watch and another employee was wearing severeal bracelets. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band; while preparing FOOD; FOOD EMPLOYEES may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands. Remind employees to remove jewelry before engaging in food preparation.

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 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; One of the sliding display doors is missing a handle and one of the panels of the air curtains in the walk-in cooler is torn. Equipment and components shall be maintained intact and in good repair/condition. *Work orders were submitted for the door handle 0136-1690 and air curtains 0136-1647 7.27.26.

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 inside of the walk-in cooler are collecting dust/light debris and there is a small buildup of ice inside of the deli display cooler . Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean the fan guards in the walk in cooler and remove the ice.

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 garbage dumpster is missing its lids. Garbage and recycling storage areas; enclosures; and receptacles shall be maintained in good repair. *A work order - 0136-1647 has been submitted.

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
notedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Some of the ceiling vents in the deli area have a buildup of black residue. Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be 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 6, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 1, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 5-205.11 (B)Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11 (B); Priority Foundation; To-go trays were stored at the handwashing sink; blocking the faucet during inspection. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CDI- Trays were removed; no points taken due to carving station only being used from 4 to 7pm.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; One of the soup kettles is missing its knob. The air curtains in the walk-in cooler have tears. The warming pad cover at the wrapping station in the deli and pizza area has small tears. Equipment and components shall be maintained intact and in good repair/condition. *A section of the deli display grab and go cooler and a section of the hot bar is not working - no food is being stored in either area.

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 inside of the coolers are collecting dust/light debris and there is a buildup of oil on hood vents and running down the front inner portion of the hood. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean the fan guards in the walk in cooler.

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; Some of the ceiling vents in the deli area have a buildup of black residue. Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be 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, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 15, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core; The handwashing sink at the carving station provides tempered water at 68F. Handwashing sinks shall provide tempered water of at least 100F water. Adjust temperature accordingly. 6-301.12; Priority Foundation; Paper towels were missing from the carving station. Paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying shall be at each handsink.

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 4-302.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-302.12; Priority Foundation; The pizza station did not have a food thermometer. A thin probe thermometer shall be available for the temping and monitoring of foods. CDI- A thermometer was brought over to area.

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 3-304.12 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (A); Core; The tongs were laying in the broccoli and roasted potatoes at the carving station. In-use utensils in TCS food; must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDI- Tongs were removed and put in a clean container.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Tape is holding together handles on two doors under the sandwich cold well. One of the soup kettles is missing its knob. The air curtains in the walk-in cooler have tears. The warming pad cover in the deli kitchen and pizza station have tears. Equipment and components shall be maintained intact and in good repair/condition. Warming pad covers were replaced. *Maintenance staff was on site making the necessary repairs; points not increased.

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 inside of the coolers are collecting dust/light debris.Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean the fan guards in the walk in cooler.

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, May 15, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 17, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; A few TCS foods in the olive bar with labels showing an eight (8) day hold when SOP gives a shelf life of 7 days for these foods. Refrigerated; ready-to-eat; time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises; sold; or discarded when held at a temperature of 41F or less for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. CDI- Employee in charge of the olive bar was educated- foods were recently prepped and labels were allowed to be corrected. EHS recommended a more user-friendly datemarking system.

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 7-204.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-204.11 ; Priority; Sanitizing spray bottles at the slicers with concentration below 200ppm. Chemical sanitizers and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall meet the requirements for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (food-contact surface sanitizing solutions). Sanitizer concentration should register between 200-400ppm active quat. CDI- Sanitizer bottles dumped during inspection and replenished. EHS verified correct concentration is dispensing at the 3-compartment sink.

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
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; Clean utensils found stored in wicker baskets at the pizza prep area. Containers had collected debris. Cleaned equipment and utensils shall be stored in a clean; dry location; where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination. CDI- Utensils were washed and baskets were switched out with approved containers.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Handles are completely missing on two doors to the sliding glass display case. Tape is holding together handles on two doors under the sandwich cold well. Equipment and components shall be maintained intact and in good repair/condition. This was noted on the inspection in April 2024. Follow-up with service request to ensure that the handles are repaired/replaced.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; Plumbing system under the 3-compartment sink has an active leak when water flows through. Drain plug at prep sink is not functional and found a knife used to keep drain open. When water is turned on at the 3-compartment sink in the pizza prep area; the wash solution from Diversey dispenser continuously flows; even in the "off" position. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Ensure the leak under 3-compartment sink and drain plug at prep sink is repaired. Contact Diversey to repair dispenser for wash solution.

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, Feb 17, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 30, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw fish and beef stored on middle shelving above prepared ready-to-eat sauce and other ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler. Foods shall be stored to prevent cross contamination. CDI- Foods were re-arranged in the cooler during the inspection. Store foods according to final cook temperature.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; One large bowl stored as clean found with visible food residue on food-contact side. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI- Bowl was placed at 3-compartment sink to be properly cleaned and sanitized.

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 6-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-501.110; Core; Employee backpack found stored under prep table commingling with facility's items. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Ensure employees are using designated areas.

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 30, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 29, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 4-204-112Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-204-112; Core; A thermometer could not be located in one of the slicing deli coolers...Cold or hot holding equipment used for TCS foods shall include at least one permanently affixed temperature measuring device located for easy viewing & the sensor shall be in the warmest part of the unit. Place a thermometer inside of this unit that is easy to see/locate.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; The sliding doors of the deli coolers are damaged and falling off the tracks. One of the doors on the deli display case has an edge that is breaking apart when moved...Equipment and components shall be maintained intact and in good repair/condition.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Shelving in the walk-in and the fan guards inside of the coolers are collecting dust/light debris. Debris is collecting on the floor of the walk-in freezer and cooler...Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean any areas building up soil; debris; and/or grease.

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 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; The floor in front of the ovens is pitted...Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Repair the damaged floor.

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, Dec 29, 2023 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 29, 2023

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-701.11Other

Official wording

Proper disposition of returned; previously served; reconditioned & unsafe food

Inspector’s notes

3-701.11; Priority; A tray of old cheese sauce and cooked vegetables from the previous night were found in a hot hold cabinet...Food that is unsafe shall be discarded. 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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minorCode 4-204-112Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-204-112; Core; The ambient thermometers in the slicing deli cases were not functioning...Cold or hot holding equipment used for TCS foods shall include at least one permanently affixed temperature measuring device located for easy viewing & the sensor shall be in the warmest part of the unit.

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 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Tongs were laying inside of a bowl of cut lettuce...Utensils may be held in containers of food with the handles sitting above/out of the food or in a clean/protected location. CDI: Tongs 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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; A couple of the light bulbs in the vent hood are out; a couple of bulbs in the ballasts above the dry storage area are out; and the mop sink faucet has a leak. The floor in front of the ovens is pitted...Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Repair/replace these items.

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, Sep 29, 2023 · Original Source

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