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Kardia

4420 Lake Boone Trl

Last inspected Mar 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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5 inspections

1 - Inspection

Mar 23, 2026

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The non food contact surfaces of prep tables (bottom shelves) at the cook line are unclean. Increase frequency of clenaing in these areas. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) 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
notedCode Observation: FLoor drains unclean and accumulated with debrisCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: FLoor drains unclean and accumulated with debris; Ceiling returns are beginning to have dust buildup. 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 23, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 16, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode Observation: Packaged baked goods not labaeled with ingredients and/or allergens for grab and go. Follow up for verification by 10/26/25. 3-602.11 Food Labels (Pf) (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the foodFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Packaged baked goods not labaeled with ingredients and/or allergens for grab and go. Follow up for verification by 10/26/25. 3-602.11 Food Labels (Pf) (B) (1)-(4)Food packaged on premises for customer self service shall include a label with the (1) common name of the food; (2) ingredients and sub ingredients in descending order; (3) quantity of contents; (4) name and place of business. (C) Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing shall be prominently labeled in plain view with the manufacturer label provided with the food; or another method of identification that includes the information in 3-602.11 (B)(1); (2); and (6).

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The non-food contact surfaces of the deli slicer at the handle has debris. Ensure that cleaning efforts are focused on non-food contact surfaces of deli slicer. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) 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, Oct 16, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 24, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The prep refrigerators do not have thermometers on the cook line. 4-204.112 Temperature Measuring Devices - Functionality (C) (B) Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment.

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 Observation: In use knife being stored between prep refrigerator/table unclena place. CDI: Knife removed from equipment and sent to dish. 3-304.12 In-Use UtensilsEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

Observation: In use knife being stored between prep refrigerator/table unclena place. CDI: Knife removed from equipment and sent to dish. 3-304.12 In-Use Utensils; Between-Use Storage (C) (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.

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, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 23, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

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; Large container of lettuce was being stored too highly above the ice in an ice bath and was at 47F. Potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Lettuce was placed in closed refrigeration to be cooled.

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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minorCode 2-303.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

2-303.11; Core; Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food. Other than a plain wedding band; employees may not wear jewelry on their wrists or fingers while preparing food.

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
minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Scoops with no handles were found being stored in food containers. If utensils are stored in food containers; they shall have handles that are above the food product in order to prevent potential contamination.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Handwashing sink in the dishwashing area was not draining. Plumbing shall be maintained in a state of good repair. CDI- Plumber repaired sink during the inspection.

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, Jul 23, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 29, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

majorCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Container of sweet potato salad cooling inside a tightly lidded container. Foods shall be cooled in thin layers; in shallow pans; and loosely covered to allow cold air from the cooler to flow over the food. CDI: Food placed on a sheet pan uncovered to cool.

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, Jan 29, 2024 · Original Source

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