Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Lin's Garden

Name: Lin's Garden
Address: 1318 S Main St, Wake County, NC

1318 S Main St

Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Score 98

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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 9, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: Noodles in prep cooler were holding at 48F. All other items in the prep cooler were at 41F or below. 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Time/temperature control for safety food Hot and cold holding (A) Except during preparationFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Noodles in prep cooler were holding at 48F. All other items in the prep cooler were at 41F or below. 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Time/temperature control for safety food Hot and cold holding (A) Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when time is used as the public health control as specified under §3-501.19; and except as specified under (B) and in (C ) of this section; TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be maintained: (2) At 41F or less. P (B) EGGS that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae shall be stored in refrigerated EQUIPMENT that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45F or less. P CDI: Noodles were placed in the walk in cooler to cool.

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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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notedCode Observation: Beef wontons were cooling at room tempFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Beef wontons were cooling at room temp; they were at 90F when checked. No active cooling method was taking place. 3-501.15 Cooling Methods CDI: Beef wontons were placed in walk in cooler to cool.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 9, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 19, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Sliced mushrooms in walk in cooler that were cut earlier today were not datemarked. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf CDI: Mushrooms were datemarked.

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.

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notedCode Observation: Food debris is building up on the outside of the fryer and pipes beside and behind fryer. 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

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Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Food debris is building up on the outside of the fryer and pipes beside and behind fryer. 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.

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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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 19, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 28, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode Observation: Food debris is building up on the outside of the fryer. 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Food debris is building up on the outside of the fryer. 4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C)

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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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 11, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode Observation: Fried chunks of chicken were stacked deep in a large plastic container and were sitting on the counter top cooling. They were at 94F. 3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf) CDI: Owner placed them in smaller containersFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Fried chunks of chicken were stacked deep in a large plastic container and were sitting on the counter top cooling. They were at 94F. 3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf) CDI: Owner placed them in smaller containers; not stacked as deep and were placed in the walk in cooler to cool.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 11, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 18, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-903.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.12; Core; A bulk package of papertowels is stored on a chair that has a ripped seat in the bathroom. Single service/use articles shall be stored where they are not exposed to contamination. CDI - Items removed.

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.

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notedCode 4-601.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11; Core; The handles on the bulk white ingredient/food storage containers need cleaning out and the shelving where the canned goods and food coloring are stored need wiping down due to a buildup of food residue Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust; food residue or debris. Clean these items more frequently.

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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minorCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; The lids have broken off of one of the trash dumpsters. All dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. Have your landlord request a new garbage dumpster. 5-501.110; Core; There are pallets; bags of trash and an assortment of debris outside and behing the dumspters. Trash; recyclables and returnables shall be stored in waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. **This is a community dumpster located at the gas station; work with other tenants to keep this area clean.

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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 18, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 8, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 5-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.110; Core; There are partially closed bags of trash sitting behind the dumpsters. Trash; recyclables and returnables shall be stored in waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. **This is a community dumpster located at the gas station; there is no indication that these bags belong to Lin's Garden.

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.

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minorCode 6-403.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-403.11; Core; Employee food was stored on the prep cooler and on one of the top shelves in the walk-in cooler above the restaurant's food. Employee food/drinks shall be stored in a manner that prevents the contamination of the restaurant's food and supplies. CDI- Employee food was moved to their designated storage area.

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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 8, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 15, 2023

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 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; The handle on the rice cooker is broken and the faucet in the bathroom is corroding at the base. All equipment shall be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. Replace handle and faucet.

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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minorCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The side of the fryer needs wiping down due to a buildup of oil. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil residues. Clean the outside of the fryers.

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 15, 2023 · Original Source