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KFC/Taco Bell #118

7108 Gb Alford Hwy

Last inspected Aug 10, 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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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 10, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 6-301.11 Handwashing CleanserHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser; Availability (Pf) Handwash sink by office has no soap; and handwash sink by chicken cooler has soap container on sink but not installed in wall unit.

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 4-602.13 Cleaning needed equipment exteriorsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Cleaning needed equipment exteriors; gaskets on cooler doors and racks outside chicken walk in cooler. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of grease; dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris.

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions. Cleaning needed of floors in dry goods area and behind equipment along wall on drivethru side. Repeat but points not doubled as no points taken on last visit.

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 10, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 Plastic containers stacked wet on drying rack. Equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows for air drying.

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 4-602.13 Some food/soil debris on drink cup dispenserCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Some food/soil debris on drink cup dispenser; equipment exteriors and walk in cooler/freezer gasdkets. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions. Some minor cleanup of floors in dry goods area. Previous issue under soda dispenser corrected. No points taken.

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, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 30, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Some wire shelves are starting to rust in chicken walk in cooler.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Some cleaning needed at soda dispenser area by drive thru window. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions. Some cleaning needed in cabinet area below self serve drink station. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean; 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, Jul 30, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11 Large amount of ice dumped in handwash sink. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing and shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114 Wares in quat sanitizer sink with concentration below 200ppm. Maintain sanitizer at correct concentration of 200-400ppm when being used to sanitize. -P New batch made.

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 3-304.14(B) Observed two buckets with wiping cloths in quaternary ammonium sanitizer of less than 200 ppm. They shall be kept in approvedCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(B) Observed two buckets with wiping cloths in quaternary ammonium sanitizer of less than 200 ppm. They shall be kept in approved; clean QA sanitizer at 200-400 ppm concentration. Made new batch of quat for wipes.

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 —Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 Multiple wares stacked wet on drying rack. Equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows for air drying.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Some cleaning needed for build-up on wire shelving in walk in cooler. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation

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, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 16, 2025

Score 93

Official score: 93 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

minorCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) At the time of the inspection there wasn't a person in charge with the Food Protection Manager Certification. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
majorCode 6-301.11 Handwashing CleanserHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser; Availability (Pf) Soap unavailable at handwashing sink in back chicken breading area (closest to walk in cooler) as well as handwashing sink at drive thru due to batteries in dispensers being dead. All handwashing sinks shall be provided with a handwashing cleanser. Handwashing sink closest to office was the only handwashing sink with soap. Verification required.

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 4-601.11 (A) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (Pf) Food storage containers that were stored as clean on drying rack were observed with stickers still in tact ;sticker residue build up; and greasy film. Equipment food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Corrected During Inspection - PIC immediately removed these items to be further cleaned prior to use.; Corrected During Inspection

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 3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Disposition (P) One small container of pizza sauce observed in walk in cooler with a prep date of 1/4/25; which had not yet been discarded. Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired; if it is not been labeled; or if the label is incorrect. Corrected During Inspection - PIC immediately discarded this item.

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 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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 (C) Clean dishes observed on drying rack were stacked while still wet. Equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows for air drying.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Sides of equipment at cook line and chicken breading area have build up. Speed racks holding raw chicken in walk in cooler have debris build up. Shelving outside of raw chicken walk in cooler and mop sink has build up. Ice accumulation building up on equipment inside walk in freezer. Shelving throughout has dust and grease build up. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Dust and flour build up on ceilings and on walls behind ice machine in drive thru; above prep line; and in chicken breading station. Floors underneath equipment have debris and grease build up; especially at cook line on raw chicken breading side. Standing water build up inside chicken walk in cooler. Walls behind equipment and underneath three compartment and other prep sinks have debris build up. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean; 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 16, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 9, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Food storage containers that were stored as clean on drying rack were observed with stickers still in tact; sticker residue build up; and greasy film. Equipment food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Corrected During Inspection - PIC immediately removed these items to be further cleaned prior to use.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; One reach in warmer is not operational. Equipment shall be kept in good repair and proper adjustment.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Sides of equipment at cook line and chicken breading area have build up. Speed racks holding raw chicken in walk in cooler have debris build up. Shelving outside of raw chicken walk in cooler and mop sink has build up. Ice build up above door of walk in freezer. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Dust build up on ceilings and on walls behind ice machine in drive thru. Floors underneath equipment have debris and grease build up; especially at cook line on raw chicken breading side. Walls behind equipment and underneath three compartment and other prep sinks have debris build up. Physical facilities shall be maintained 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, Sep 9, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 6, 2024

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Soda hose nozzles used for bag in box soda in back storage area are observed on the floor in standing water. Food contact equipment shall be clean to sight and touch. Corrected During Inspection - Inspector advised PIC to clean and sanitize these immediately prior to use.

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)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Pizza sauce observed at 108 F and potato bites observed at 105 F. Temperature control for safety foods shall be maintained at 135 F or higher. Corrected During Inspection - PIC immediately discarded these items upon discovery.

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
minorCode 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Clean dishes observed stacked while still wet on drying rack. Equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows for air drying.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; Three compartment sink leaking underneath causing standing water onto floors throughout back area. Plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Full pointed not deducted as repairs were made from last 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
minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Standing water observed on floors throughout back dish area and storage area. Dust build up on ceilings. Floors underneath equipment has debris build up. Walls behind equipment and underneath three compartment and other prep sinks have debris build up. Physical facilities shall be maintained 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, Feb 6, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 2, 2023

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Make unit is not in working condition at the time of inspection. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment. Per PIC; a part is currently on order and facility is awaiting repairs. For now; product is kept on ice at 41 F or less.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Debris build up on shelving; inside underneath part of soda cabinet in lobby; inside reach in warmers; ice build up on shelving; and on outsides of bulk food storage containers. Ice build up reach in freezer and walk in freezer. Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. 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
minorCode 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; Three compartment sink leaking underneath. Toilet in women's restroom is leaking when flushed. Plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.

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
minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Dust build up on ceilings. Floors underneath equipment has debris build up. Walls underneath three compartment and other prep sinks have debris build up. Physical facilities shall be maintained 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, Oct 2, 2023 · Original Source

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