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Joe Van Gogh Cedar West

3109 Poplarwood Ct

Last inspected Jun 10, 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

4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 10, 2026

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) FoodFood source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Food; Date Marking (Pf)Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired; if it is not been labeled; or if the label is incorrect. -P - Observed spinach gouda scone with no date mark. The person in charge (PIC) provided the date of incoming receipt today; 6/10/26; but it did not indicate when the spinach gouda scone was made. Corrected during inspection (CDI)- the spinach gouda scone was removed from the public service. Repeat

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 3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oilsFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed water in a spray bottle with no label. CDI - the label provided.

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 6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped BirdsPests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds; Insects; Rodents and other Pests (C) - Under the ice machine: Observed insect traps with dead insects that need to be removed periodically. Discussed the matter with the person in charge (PIC)

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 —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. - Observed coffee beverage stirrers stored between uses in a cup of standing still water with no temperature control. CDI - the stirrers were rewashed and restored at a dry-cleaning location.

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 4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splashCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

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 a dry cleaning brush with tape around the handle. Tape is an absorbent material. CDI - The brush was removed from the operation.

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

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.113 Covering Receptacles (C) - Observed dumpster with door open. Discussed the matter with PIC.

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, Jun 10, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 21, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-703.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-703.11; Priority; [Repeat] Concentration of quaternary ammonium sanitizer (QA) in 3rd compartment of 3-comp sink (with utensils inside it) was less than 200 ppm (required minimum concentration for type of sanitizer used)...Concentration of QA sanitizer used shall be 200-400 ppm...CDI by remaking sanitizer.

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 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; Pastries made with TCS ingredients (spinach; gouda cheeses; ham etc.) were observed being held without dates indicating when the food item was made. Pastries as well as sandwiches and salads are supplied by Catering Works. Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods shall be marked with the date they are prepared/opened or the date they are to be consumed/discarded (7 days from prep if held at 41F or below and not frozen.) CDI: known dates added.

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 4-601.11(C )Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(C ); The toaster oven in the dining area has leftover food debris present. 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.

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 21, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 29, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 4-703.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-703.11; Priority; Concentration of quaternary ammonium sanitizer (QA) in 3rd compartment of 3-comp sink (with utensils inside it) was less than 200 ppm (required minimum concentration for type of sanitizer used)...Concentration of QA sanitizer used shall be 200-400 ppm...CDI by remaking sanitizer.

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
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; Pastries made with TCS ingredients (spinach; gouda cheeses; ham etc.) were being held on the counter at room temperature since yesterday. TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI- pastries were voluntarily discarded by PIC.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 29, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 18, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority - Carton of raw shell eggs (personal food) were stored above canned beverages...Food shall be stored according to final cook temperatures and to prevent cross-contamination...CDI by properly storing eggs. NOTE: Always store personal food below and away from customers' food/beverages and label staff food "Employee/personal food"

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 5-501.113Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.113; Core - Side doors on trash dumpster were open...Outside trash and recycling receptacles shall have tight fitting lids and doors...Keep dumpster doors closed when not in use.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core - Some cabinet shelves and drain pipes and drains were soiled...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures above.

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 18, 2024 · Original Source

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