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Interfood 3 Hermanos Buffet

4020 Capital Blvd

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.

The full inspection history

3 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 6, 2026

Score 94.5

Official score: 94.5 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 6-301.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11; Priority Foundation; The only handsink in the back did not have working soap dispenser.- Each handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid; powder; or bar soap.- CDI; soap was brought for the sink

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)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1); Priority; Observed multiple items (see chart above) that were below 135 degrees F.- TCS foods stored for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.- CDI; Food voluntarily discarded and reheated

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 3-501.16 (A)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2); Priority; Observed multiple items (see chart above) that were above 41 degrees F.- Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when TPHC is used TCS FOOD shall be maintained at 41F or less.- CDI; Items moved to working walk in

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; core; Observed multiple squeeze bottles of liquids or sauces that did not have a label.- Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta; working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT; such as cooking oils; flour; herbs; potato flakes; salt; spices; and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.- Please put name of food on bottles

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 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Multiple food items were on the floor in walk in and out front.- Food shall be at least 6 inches above the floor.- Please do not store food in 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.

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notedCode 4-601.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11; Core; Equipment throughout needs cleaning due to buildup of food and debris.- Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues.- Please 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.

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; Walls throughout and walk in floors have buildup of debris and need cleaning.- Physical facilities shall be kept clean.- Please clean walls and floors.

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

Nov 24, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 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; No one at time of inspection was a certified food protection manager.- Person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager and be present at all times of operation.- Please have manager obtain a certificate

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 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1); Priority; Observed one container of rice sitting at room temperature in a metal holding box.- TCS foods stored for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.- CDI; rice voluntarily discarded and PIC educated cannot keep food at room temperature and it must be in a hot 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 4-901.11Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11; Observed wet stacking of dishes.- Once cleaned and sanitized; dishes shall be stored to allow for air drying.- Please make sure dishes completely air dry before 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
notedCode 4-601.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11; Core; Equipment throughout needs cleaning due to buildup of food and debris.- Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues.- Please 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.

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; Walls throughout and walk in floors have buildup of debris and need cleaning.- Physical facilities shall be kept clean.- Please clean walls and floors.

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, Nov 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 23, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 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; No one at time of inspection was a certified food protection manager.- Person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager and be present at all times of operation.- This is a new facility; they have 210 days from permit date to obtain certificate. Please obtain certificate by November 17; 2025.

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 3-302.11(A)(1)Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11(A)(1); Priority; Observed raw eggs being stored over top of ready to eat foods such as lettuce and cooked pork.- Raw animal foods shall be stored by order of final cooking temperature and below ready to eat foods.- CDI; items were rearranged

In plain English

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

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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; Nothing in facility had a date on it.- TCS foods that have been prepared or opened from containers that are held more than 24 hours shall have a date of date prepared or date of expiration.- CDI; items were all 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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Multiple tubs of sauces; lard; and flours were in the floor.- Food shall be at least 6 inches above the floor.- Please do not store food in 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 —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (F) Utensils being stored in cup of water at 80 degrees F.- Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue.- Please heat water or keep items on clean dry surface.

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 4-901.11Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11; Observed wet stacking of dishes.- Once cleaned and sanitized; dishes shall be stored to allow for air drying.- Please make sure dishes completely air dry before 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
notedCode —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(C ) Observed plastic forks in container for use with the food/mouth portion up.- Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored inverted to protect against contamination.- Please invert utensils

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, May 23, 2025 · Original Source

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