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Norse Brewing Longhouse

120 N Arendell Ave

Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 17, 2026

Score 93

Official score: 93 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

notedCode 2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event (Pf) - Establishment missing written procedures for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. A food establishment shall have a written vomit and diarrhea clean up plan that address the actions EMPLOYEES must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of EMPLOYEESOther

Official wording

Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector’s notes

2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event (Pf) - Establishment missing written procedures for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. A food establishment shall have a written vomit and diarrhea clean up plan that address the actions EMPLOYEES must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of EMPLOYEES; consumers; FOOD; and surfaces. CDI- Procedure provided via email

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notedCode 3-302.11 (A)(2) Observed a case of raw shelled eggs stored above ready-to eat hot dogs in the reach in cooler. Ensure raw meats are stored below ready-to eat food items. CDI- Education providedOther

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11 (A)(2) Observed a case of raw shelled eggs stored above ready-to eat hot dogs in the reach in cooler. Ensure raw meats are stored below ready-to eat food items. CDI- Education provided; instructed PIC to relocate animal protein items below ready to eat food items.

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majorCode 4-601.11(A) Several plastic containers and lids stored clean had sticker residue on them. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.CDI: Placed in dish washing area for rewashing. 4-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A) Several plastic containers and lids stored clean had sticker residue on them. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.CDI: Placed in dish washing area for rewashing. 4-501.114; Priority; The sanitizer at the dish machine was 0ppm.- Sanitizer used in a mechanical dish machine shall be at the proper concentration. (50-200ppm/Chlor). Establishment will wash dishes through dish machine and sanitize in 3 compartment sink. Verification required by July 21st.

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 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Observed gravy and cheese sauce measuring between 128-118 F in the hot hold unit. TCS foods stored for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.- CDI- Education provided; instructed to reheat noted item and placed back into hot holding.

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

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Date Marking (Pf)- Observed multiple items being held past the 7 day time and temperature combination rule. (Tomato jam dated for 7/9; garlic aoli 6/9;chicken salad 7/7; and remoulade 6/18) - Food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time combination except for when being frozen.- CDI; items were voluntarily discarded.

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 —Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) - Noted labels missing on working spray bottles of chemical in the kitchen. All working bottles of chemicals must be labeled in order to minimize the risk of cross contamination. CDI - Instructed to place a label on all working spray bottles of chemicals.

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.

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notedCode —Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf) Gnats in kitchen. Seek more aggressive controls.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)- Noted prep cooler leaking condensation at the bottom. Have unit repaired. Ensure all equipment working 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.

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minorCode 4-501.14 Warewashing EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

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Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.14 Warewashing Equipment; Cleaning Frequency- Noted accumulation of residue build up along the interior sides of the 3 compartment sink and around the exterior surface of the scrap sink nozzle of the 3 compartment sink. A WAREWASHING machine; the compartments of sinks; basins; or other receptacles used for washing and rinsing EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; or raw FOODS; or laundering wiping cloths; and drainboards or other EQUIPMENT used to substitute for drainboards shall be cleaned: (A) Before use; (B) Throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS and to ensure that the EQUIPMENT performs its intended function; and (C) If used; at least every 24 hours.

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; Core; Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil accumulations. Especially storage shelves and the sides of the flat top grill/ and deep fryer unit.

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 17, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 9, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Several plastic containers and lids stored clean had sticker residue on them. CDI: Placed in dish washing area for rewashing.

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

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Quat sanitizer buckets 0ppm. CDI: Corrected to 200ppm.

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; Core; Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil accumulations. Cleaning needed throughout establishment. Especially shelves; hoods; hand sinks; refrigerators; make line/reach in and outsides of equipment. 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
notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C); Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning needed of floors and walls under/behind equipment. 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, Feb 9, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 5, 2025

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC is not a certified food protection managerPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC is not a certified food protection manager; staff only have food handler certificate.

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 3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beefOther

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef; fish; lamb; pork; and poultry during storage; preparation; holding; and display. -P. Raw salmon stored over RTE foods. CDI: Items rearranged.

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

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notedCode 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; Observed multiple items (see chart above) that were above 41 degrees F.- TCS foods that are stored for cold holding shall maintain a temperature of 41 degrees F or less.- CDI: Items over 45F discarded and ice added to drawer cooler. Repeat.

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 3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fishFood temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector’s notes

3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish; required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling; shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. ROP salmon not opened prior to thawing.

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 —Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf) Gnats in kitchen. Seek more aggressive controls.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil accumulations. Cleaning needed throughout establishment. Especially shelves; hoods; hand sinks; refrigerators; make line/reach in and outsides of equipment. 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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C); Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning needed of floors and walls under/behind equipment.

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 5, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 9, 2024

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; A bucket of dirty dishes was blocking the handsink at the front.- A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.- CDI; educated PIC and they moved container.

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.

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notedCode 4-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114; Priority; The sanitizer at the dish machine was 0ppm.- Sanitizer used in a mechanical dish machine shall be at the proper concentration. (50-200ppm/Chlor).- CDI; the machine was primed to reach proper concentration. EHS recommends contacting ECOLAB because machine is not putting out enough sanitizer without priming.

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 Observed multiple items that had a dates from November which is past the 7 day time and temperature combination rule.- Food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time combination except for when being frozen.- CDIFood source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple items that had a dates from November which is past the 7 day time and temperature combination rule.- Food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time combination except for when being frozen.- CDI; items were voluntarily discarded.

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 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Observed food being stored on a shelf directly next to a handsink and fryer station without any protective shield for splash and it had grease splash all over the items.- Food shall be stored where it is not exposed to splash and dust.- Please obtain a shield of some sort for this shelf.

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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 9, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 24, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Observed pork belly out of temperature.- TCS foods stored for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.- CDI; TPHC was talked about and provided for this item.

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
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; Observed multiple items (see chart above) that were above 41 degrees F.- TCS foods that are stored for cold holding shall maintain a temperature of 41 degrees F or less.- CDI; items were moved to colder location and prep top closed.

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 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Observed food being stored on a shelf directly next to a handsink without any protective shield for splash.- Food shall be stored where it is not exposed to splash and dust.- Please obtain a shield of some sort for this shelf.

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
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; Observed wet stacking of dishes.- Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self draining position to allow air drying.- Please completely air dry dishes before 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 24, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 13, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; A small storage container was being stored in front of the handsink. The container did not prohibit handwashing; but made it to where it was not "easily accessible". - A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.- CDI; educated PIC and they moved container.

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
majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Observed multiple utensils that were deemed clean with food debris still on them.- Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.- CDI; items moved to be washed.

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
majorCode 3-603.11Food temperature

Official wording

Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods

Inspector’s notes

3-603.11; Priority Foundation; Facility has a disclosure and reminder; but has the fried chicken marked as an undercooked item and does not have an indicator next to the disclosure to show what marks it as an undercooked item.- If an animal food is served raw or undercooked; facility shall have a disclosure and reminder posted indicating what items are served this way.- Verification required. Not fixed during inspection.

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 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Observed multiple cloths sitting on counters throughout.- Cloths in use for wiping surfaces shall be stored in between uses in a chemical sanitizing solution.- CDI; sanitizer buckets were made and PIC educated on the rule.

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 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Dishes being stored on a shelf directly next to the fryers without a splash guard of any kind.- Clean equipment shall be stored where it is not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination.- Please add a splash guard.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; The shelf next to the fryer has grease buildup and needs cleaning.- Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.- Please clean the shelves.

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 13, 2024 · Original Source

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