Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Panda King

Name: Panda King
Address: 3626 Rogers Rd, Wake County, NC

3626 Rogers Rd

Last inspected Jul 28, 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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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 28, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Main sanitizer bucket with wiping cloths observed with a concentration of 0ppm chlorine. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizing solution at the proper concentration (50-200ppm for chlorine). CDI- Bucket was replenished with sanitizer at the correct concentration.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Hood filters have an accumulation of residue. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Clean filters 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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notedCode 6-303.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-303.11; Core; Lighting is dim in the walk-in cooler. At least 10 foot candles area required in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Replace light bulbs to illuminate the 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, Jul 28, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 24, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Portioned raw shrimp were stored on the shelf above a container of wrapped lo mein in the prep cooler. Food shall be stored according to species and final cook temperature to prevent cross contamination. Store food according to final cook temperature. CDI- Raw shrimp were moved to the bottom section of the prep cooler.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; A scoop handle was resting in the flour and measuring cup handles were submerged in the containers of bulk rice. Utensils being stored in foods shall be stored with the handle above the food. CDI - Scoop was "dug" into the flour and cups turned so that the handle is "up" in the rice containers.

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 6-501.18Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-501.18; Core; The handwashing sink by the storage rack needs wiping down as well as the base of the toilets in both bathrooms. Maintain handwashing sinks; toilets and urinals clean. Clean the handwashing sinks and bathrooms 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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 24, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 23, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; In walk-in freezer; two sheet pans of prepped; raw chicken were stored above covered sheet pans of prepared wontons on speed rack. This was the only area in the restaurant that food was incorrectly stored. Food shall be stored to prevent cross contamination. Store food according to final cook temperature. CDI- Food was re-arranged during the inspection.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Tongs in food container found with handle touching food product. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing; utensils shall be stored in containers of food with the handles above the top of the food or in a clean/protected location. CDI- Utensil handle was stored correctly.

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 4-205.10Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-205.10; Core; Long mixer attachment on hand drill found in dry storage area. Except for toasters; mixers; microwave ovens; water heaters; and hoods; food equipment shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s intended use and certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-accredited certification program. Obtain a certified and approved mixer.

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 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.114; Core; The shared outdoor dumpster does not have a drain plug in place. Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Contact provider to install drain plug.

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 23, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 11, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode 3-307.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-307.11; Core; A container of mushrooms was sitting directly on a container of uncovered mushrooms in the top section of the prep cooler. Food shall be protected from all sources of contamination. CDI - The top layer of mushrooms was discarded.

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, Feb 11, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 15, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; The scoops in the bulk sugar; potato starch and corn starch need to be cleaned due to being coated in the food in which they are stored. Utensils stored in food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent a buildup of soil residues. Clean the scoops 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.

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minorCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; The sanitizer tested between 10-25ppm in the sanitizer bucket. Chlorine based sanitizer shall maintain a chlorine concentration between 50-200 ppm. CDI- Chlorine was added until sanitizer tested between 50-100 ppm.

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; There is debris in some of the light shields in the dining area and kitchen. The physical facilities shall be maintained clean. Clean the light shields.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 15, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 2, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; Hot water is not available at the handwashing sink by the cookline. Handwashing sinks shall be accessible at all times for employee use. A verification visit will be made no later than Friday; April 12; 2024 to ensure hot water has been added to this handwashing sink. **Points not increased due to this being a different violation under the same rule.

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.

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-302.11; Priority Foundation; Toilet paper was not available in the men's restroom. Toilet paper shall be provided at each toilet. CDI - Toilet paper was put on the dispenser in the men's room.

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 2, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 14, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; An orange glove was stored in one of the handwashing sinks -PIC states she was cleaning glove in the sink. Handwashing sinks shall only be used for handwashing. CDI- Education and glove 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.

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; A scoop handle was resting in the raw broccoli. Utensils being stored in foods shall be stored with the handle above the food. CDI - Scoop was "dug" into the broccoli.