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Hi Poke

9573 Chapel Hill Rd

Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Mar 20, 2026

Score 94.5

Official score: 94.5 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

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

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

2-201.11 (A); (B); (C); and (E); Priority; Policy unavailable onsite today. (A) The permit holder shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A food employee or conditional employee shall report the information in a manner that allows the person in charge to reduce the risk of foodborne disease transmission; including providing necessary additional information; such as the date of onset of symptoms and an illness; or of a diagnosis without symptoms; if the food employee or conditional employee: (1) Has any of the following symptoms: (a) Vomiting;P (b) Diarrhea;P (c) Jaundice;P (d) Sore throat with fever;P or (e) A lesion containing pus such as a boil or infected wound that is open or draining and is: (i) On the hands or wrists; unless an impermeable cover such as a finger cot or stall protects the lesion and a SINGLE-USE glove is worn over the impermeable cover. Employee health policy shall be onsite and readily available for review by inspector.Policy sent to manager.

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.

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notedCode 2-501.11Other

Official wording

Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector’s notes

2-501.11; Priority Foundation; Policy not available for review. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees; consumers; food; and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS sent policy and poster to PIC via email.

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notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Observed raw shell eggs above soup and bulk RTE sauces inside tall reach in. Food shall be protected from cross contamination: Separate raw animal foods during storage; preparation; holding; and display from: raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or; or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables. Manager rearranged storage hierarchy.

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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; Observed a buildup of grease and encrusted debris on several bowls; utensils; strainers stored as clean in shelf above 3 comp. Observed black debris and debris inside two food prep sinks. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch- items placed in 3 comp sink.

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 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; Observed no date marking for open packages of shredded imitation crab; cooked vegetable mix; cooked pork belly; soup; broth; boiled eggs. Ready to eat ; Potentially hazardous food (Time/temperature for food safety food )prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises; sold; or discarded; based on the temperature and time combinations specified below. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. All items dated.

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 4-602.11 PriorityChemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11 Priority; Observed several bottles of lysol in the kitchen; no sanitizer buckets available with sanitizer. Discussed use of Lysol multipurpose cleaner; this may only be used for cleaning and it must be rinsed off . An approved sanitizer shall be used on countertops used for food preparation. Team members agreed to use sanitizer for food contact equipment.

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 2-402.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

2-402.11; Core; Observed employees in kitchen preparing food and handling food utensils without wearing hair restraints. Food employees shall wear hair restraints such as hats; hair coverings or nets; beard restraints; and clothing that covers body hair; that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean food ; equipment; utensils; linens; and single service articles or single use articles. Obtain hair restraints.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Observed dead bug behind stack of soiled bowls stored above 3 comp sink. Observed a buildup dried of food debris on table with rice cookers; shelving under food prep tables and on several reach in doors. Observed a buildup of growth on shelving inside reach in units and food debris on bottom shelves of reach in coolers. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment.

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 5-103.11 PriorityOther

Official wording

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector’s notes

5-103.11 Priority; Observed cold water not available at food prep sink. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food establishment. Manager will call for maintenance. Cold water shall be available during all hours of operation.

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

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notedCode 6-501.12 CoreCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Core; Observed soiled floors under equipment and around floor corners. 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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 20, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 23, 2025

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · 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 in the bathroom was only providing water at a maximum of 60F. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100F. Adjust sink to provide warmer water before the next inspection.

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 3-501.16 (A) (2)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2); Priority; A container of cooked eel was holding above 41F in the sushi prep line; see temperature table. TCS (time/temp control for safety) food in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI - Eel was moved to freezer for rapid cooling.

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; A container of imitation crab and a container of cooked pork did not have date marking. A food shall be discarded if it is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day. CDI - PIC was able to accurately recall prep date that was less than 7 days ago; correct prep date was added to food containers.

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 3-302.15Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

3-302.15; Core; When discussing prep procedures for raw fruits and vegetables; PIC stated that not all fruits and vegetables were washed prior to cutting. Raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut; combined with other ingredients; cooked; served; or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. CDI - Educated PIC on requirements for washing fruits and vegetables.

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notedCode 4-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12; Core; The cutting board for the sushi prep line was heavily scratched. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized; or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Replace or resurface cutting board before the next inspection. 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 23, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 21, 2024

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; Bulk container of soap was placed in handwashing sink. Handwashing sinks shall not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CDI: Soap was removed.

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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criticalCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw in-shell eggs (employee items) were stored above ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler. Cross-contamination shall be prevented during storage by separating raw food from ready-to-eat foods. CDI: Food rearranged.

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minorCode 4-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12; Core; Cutting board was heavily scored. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized; or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Resurface or 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 21, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 18, 2023

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

majorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Ice machine had black residue on interior baffle and guard. Equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Clean ice machine more frequently.; 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Multiple dishes; stored as clean; were soiled with food residues. Equipment food-contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Items were sent to 3-compartment sink for 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 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Fly swatters were stored on single-service and single-use containers. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored where they are not exposed to contamination. CDI: Fly swatters moved.

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; Employee personal items were stored with facility equipment in back kitchen. Employee personal items shall be stored in a designated area. Organize personal items into 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, Dec 18, 2023 · Original Source

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