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Marcos Pizza

1141 Falls River Ave Suite 108

Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 30, 2026

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale

8 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; The person in charge is not certified as a food protection manager. The person in charge (PIC) shall be certified as a food protection manager through an accredited program. At least one employee with supervisory authority shall be certified as a 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
notedCode 6-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12;Priority Foundation; The paper towel dispenser at the handwashing sink at the kitchen's entrance does not have any paper towels. Each handwash sink shall be provided with paper towels or an air drying device. CDI- Roll of paper towels was added to the dispenser.

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 3-501.16 (A)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2); Priority; Shredded cheese (45F); pepperoni (43F); sausage (43-44F); and ham (43F) stored on the top left of the pizza cooler temped above 41F. Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when TPHC is used TCS FOOD shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI_All foods in the prep cooler will be used by the end of the day.

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 4-903.11 (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (C); Core; A small stack of black trays were stored with their food contact surface exposed. SINGLE-SERVICE/ USE ARTICLES shall be stored at least six inches above the floor where they are not exposed to contamination and shall be kept in the original protective PACKAGE or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. CDI - Trays were inverted.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; The coating on the bulk white container storing flour has come off making the container stain in areas and more difficult to keep clean; the bottom rack on of the green storage racks is slanted; and the sprinkler head leaks. Maintain equipment in good repair.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Shelving above prep table; prep coolers; and prep sink need wiping down and the bluestorage bins for sauces need wiping down due to food debris. The faucet joint at the prep sink has a buildup of black residue. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; The recycling dumpster is missing its lids. Receptacles shall be in good repair. Have your landlord contact your waste management company to have the dumpster repaired or replaced. *No points taken due to this being a different violation under the same code and it being a community dumspter. 5-501.114; Core; The drain plug is missing from the cardboard dumpster. Dumpsters with drains are required to have drain plugs.

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
notedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Although there is a bucket catching the drip from the sprinkler head; there is still water splashing on the floor of the walk-in cooler; a buildup of onion skin debris is on the floor as well. There is water on the floor and random supplies in the back corner near the outside of the walk-in cooler Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Clean the floors; walls; and ceilings on a more frequent basis.

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 30, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 25, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

9 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; The person in charge is not certified as a food protection manager. The person in charge (PIC) shall be certified as a food protection manager through an accredited program. At least one employee with supervisory authority shall be certified as a 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
notedCode 7-201.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11; Priority; Spray bottles of sanitizer and glass cleaner were stored next to the pizza pans at the bottom of the prep table. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food; equipment; utensils; linens; and single-service/use items. CDI- Spray bottles were moved to the chemical storage area.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 8-103.12Other

Official wording

Compliance with variance; specialized process; reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan

Inspector’s notes

8-103.12; Priority Foundation; PIC states that small containers of pizza sauce were made today and will be discarded at the end of the day. Variance requires that pizza sauce is dated. The establishment must comply with the approved variance procedures in order to retain approval of variance. CDI- Containers were voluntarily discarded; new containers were made and date marked.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 4-302.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-302.12; Priority Foundation; Only an infrared thermometer was available during inspection. A thin probe thermometer for accurately measuring of thin foods shall be maintained on site.

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; The bulk white storage containers of flour and corn meal are not labeled. All containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) that has been removed from its original package shall be labeled with the common name of food except for easily identifiable foods like pasta. Label these containers.

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 3-304.14(B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(B); Core; Damp/wet wiping cloth shall be stored in sanitizer when not in use. Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. CDI- Wiping cloth put in sanitizer bucket.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Shelving above prep tables; the pizza pan storage racks; and the gray storage bins for sauces need wiping down due to food debris. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Clean these items more frequently. *Points not increased due to different items needing cleaning than mentioned in previous 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 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core The garbage dumpster is missing a lid. Receptacles shall be in good repair. Have your landlord contact your waste management company to have the dumpster repaired or replaced. *No points taken due to improvement in maintaining dumpster area and it being a community dumpster.

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 6-305.11/6-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-305.11/6-501.110; Core; An empty employee cup was stored on clean dish rack with restaurant supplies. Employees shall have designated areas for the orderly storage of their belongings. CDI- Cup was moved to bottom shelf.

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, Jul 25, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 25, 2025

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale

12 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) No one present during inspection with an approved certification. Someone shall be present at all times with an approved certification. PIC states his certificate is expired and he took the test more than 5 years ago. He is going to renew his certification. No points deducted for first 180 days after permit is issued. CDI

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 6-301.11 Handwashing CleanserHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser; Availability (Pf) Hand sink closest to walkin lacking soap. Other sink in the front has soap. Soap shall be provided at all hand sinks. Soap installed at sink. CDI

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 3-101.11 Observed whole lettuce heads in original box in walkin fridge with white fuzzy growth on it. One patch approximately 3 inches in diameter. Food shall be safe for consumptionContamination

Official wording

Food in good condition; safe & unadulterated

Inspector’s notes

3-101.11 Observed whole lettuce heads in original box in walkin fridge with white fuzzy growth on it. One patch approximately 3 inches in diameter. Food shall be safe for consumption; unadulterated and honestly presented. -P PIC shares that they are not selling a lot of salads and struggle to go through it fast enough before it goes bad. Box removed from walkin during inspection to be discarded. PIC shared they plan to begin buying lettuce and spinach from food lion to avoid this issue and lost product. CDI

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 8-103.12 Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf) Pizza sauce removed from walkin during inspection and placed on table for use. About 1 inch of product remaining in containerOther

Official wording

Compliance with variance; specialized process; reduced oxygen packaging criteria or HACCP plan

Inspector’s notes

8-103.12 Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf) Pizza sauce removed from walkin during inspection and placed on table for use. About 1 inch of product remaining in container; sauce rings/residue from a high level present in the top of the bucket. Label on container during inspection shows it was printed at 10:55 AM 2/25 and to discard at 2/28. PIC states that the sauce began being used last night at 8:30 PM. Variance for sauce allows for 24 hr use of the product once removed from the fridge. Discussed with PIC the importance of being able to monitor/track the 24 hours. Time written/corrected on container. CDI

In plain English

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

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notedCode 6-202.15 Outer OpeningsPests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-202.15 Outer Openings; Protected (C) Back door not self closing or self latching. Exterior openings shall be self closing; self latching. Fix closing apparatus to function properly.

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 —Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Shelf under prep table near walkin lower than 6 inches to the floor and storing sauce and other food products. Food shall be at least 6 inches above the floor. Fix shelf to be at least 6 inches above the 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 3-304.14(E) Sanitizer bucket stored on the floor near the rear hand sink. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of foodCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(E) Sanitizer bucket stored on the floor near the rear hand sink. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food; equipment; and utensils.

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 4-903.11 (A) Containers on clean dish rack stacked while wet. Store cleaned equipmentEquipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A) Containers on clean dish rack stacked while wet. Store cleaned equipment; utensils; linens in a clean; dry location; where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor and in a self draining position. Allow items to air dry completely prior to stacking.

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 ) Crumbs covering single service wrap stored on shelf under the pizza cut table. Pizza box unfolded and plastic open with food contact side facing up by rear hand sink. Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Keep area clean where single service is stored and protect the food contact portion. Original plastic can be used to cover items or flip the top box.

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

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Walking fridge gasket torn. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace gasket.

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 Large amount of cheese and other debris in the bottom of makeline cabinet. Food debris accumulation on door handles of equipment. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Clean 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 5-501.111 Both dumpsters missing lids that have been broken off. Receptacles shall be in good repair. Contact provider to have dumpsters repaired or replaced. 5-501.115 Cardboard on the ground and grease accumulation on ground around grease receptacle A storage area and enclosure for REFUSEFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111 Both dumpsters missing lids that have been broken off. Receptacles shall be in good repair. Contact provider to have dumpsters repaired or replaced. 5-501.115 Cardboard on the ground and grease accumulation on ground around grease receptacle A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Maintain area with other shared facilities.

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, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source

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