1 - Inspection
Aug 19, 2026
Official score: 94.5 · Understand this area’s scale
12 recorded violations
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Food separated & protected
Inspector’s notes
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled; store food in packages; covered containers; or wrappings. - Walk-in cooler: Observed ready-to-eat (RTE) food (corn; Jell-O dessert) stored without being covered. - Walk-in freezer: A pan of raw chicken was stored uncovered. CDI covers are provided. Repeat. 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P) TCS food storage in the refrigeration unit arrangement shall be based on internal cook food temperature; in-house frozen TCS food shall be below RTE food. - Walk-in freezer: observed raw chicken stored above the frozen cooked egg rolls - Stand-up cooler: observed raw beef above imitation crab meat and shrimp. CDI - Rearrange storage in the walk-in freezer and stand-up cooler correctly. The handout on proper food storage in refrigerators and freezers was provided.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf - Observed 2 spray bottle of cleaner without a label. CDI - label provided. Repeat.
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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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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector’s notes
4-302.12 Food Temperature Measuring Devices.(B) A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin FOODS such as MEAT patties and FISH filets. Pf - Observed no functioning thin probe food thermometer available during the current inspection. CDI - the person in charge (PIC) is present to receive the thin probe food thermometer order to deliver tomorrow (8/20/26)
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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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Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds; Insects; Rodents and other Pests (C) - Behind the equipment; in the dry goods storage; observed black specks and dead insects on the glue trap; which need to be removed regularly to minimize pest attraction. 6-202.15 Outer Openings; Protected(A) Except as specified in (B); (C); (E) and (D); outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:(1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors; walls; and ceilings(2) Closed; tight-fitting windows; and (3) Solid; self-closing; tight-fitting doors - Observed the back exit door with no self-closing arm and the door seal with a gap. Discussed the matter with PIC.
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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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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector’s notes
3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitation (B) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other EQUIPMENT surfaces shall be held between uses in sanitizer and laundered daily. - Restroom area: observed a damp towel stored between uses without being stored in the sanitizer bucket. CDI - the towel restored in the sanitizer solution.
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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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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector’s notes
3-304.12 In-Use Utensils; Between-Use Storage During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing; FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: (B) In nonTCS FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD within containers that can be closed; such as bins of dry goods - Observed scoops with no handle stored inside the dry goods bins (sugar; flour). Discussed the matter with PIC.
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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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Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11(A)(B) and (D) Equipment; Utensils; Linens; and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (B) Clean EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS shall be stored (1) In a self-draining position that allows air drying - Observed wetness on stacks of clean pans. CDI- the pans restacked to allow air drying. Repeat.
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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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Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used
Inspector’s notes
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. 4-101.19/4-202.16 Non food-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash; spillage; or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant; nonabsorbent; and smooth material. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be free of unnecessary ledges; projections; and crevices; and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. - Observed rust heavily on the shelving in all the walk-in coolers - Observed wood blocks used as the table legs - Observed 1 walk-in cooler door: the door bottom plate with heavy rust and not easily to keep clean. - Observed multiple standing coolers with the door handle piece missing - Observed multiple hand sink faucets with holes - Observed tape wrapped around the dishwasher water spray head. The tape needs to be removed for cleaning purposes. Discussed the matter with PIC about the expectation of keeping equipment in good repair and the types of approved material used for non-food contact surfaces.
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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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Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust; food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. - Walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler floors under the shelf; where it is hard to reach; are observed with stains that need to be cleaned. - The hand sink faucets in the kitchen need cleaning - Multiple pans with a heavily blackened crust on the back side of the pans. - Observed black stains along the pipeline of the cooling units of the walk-in cooler Discussed the matter with PIC.
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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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Sewage & wastewater properly disposed
Inspector’s notes
5-402.11 A direct connection may not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from EQUIPMENT in which FOOD; portable EQUIPMENT; or UTENSILS are placed. P - Observed the drain pipe of the ice machine bin with the end of the pipe dropping under the drain flood rim. CDI - the air gap was created by lifting the drain pipe of the ice bin 1" above the drain flood rim.
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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.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned
Inspector’s notes
5-203.12 Toilets and Urinals (C) 6-501.19 Closing Toilet Room Doors (C) - Observed male restroom: stains on urinals - Observed male and female restroom doors with a self-closing arm; but it needs to be readjusted to close all the way. 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.
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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions. (A) Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.16 After use; mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls; EQUIPMENT; or supplies. - Observed the back exit screen door in poor repair; which is a concern for its ineffectiveness in preventing pests from entering the building - Observed floor with missing tiles and needing to be regrouted in these areas: walk-in cooler; prep area near the dishwashing area. - Observed mophead stored in the mop bucket instead of stored hanging with the mop head down to allow proper air drying. Discussed the matter with PIC.
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 problemsOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 19, 2026 · Original Source