1 - Inspection
Mar 26, 2026
Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale
9 recorded violations
Official wording
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12; Core; The handwashing sink in the men's bathroom does not temp above 93F and 96F in the women's bathroom. Tempered water of at least 100F water shall be provided at handwashing sinks. Adjust thermostat at these sinks.
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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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; Mushrooms (44F); pizza sauce (44F); sliced tomatoes (43F); diced chicken (44F); ricotta (45F); and sausage (45F) in the top and bottom sections of the pizza cooler temped above 41F. The pizza cooler has an ambient air temperature of 39F. TCS foods in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI - Lids were put down and foods began to cool down; items that were above the fill line were removed
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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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-201.11; Priority; A bottle of rubbing alcohol was stored on top of the paper towel dispenser at the handwashing sink by the 3 compartment sink. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food; equipment; utensils; linens; and single-service/use items. CDI- Rubbing alcohol was moved to a bottom shelf. *No points taken due to improvement in chemical storage.
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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Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11; Core; A case of canned tomatoes in shrink wrap was stored on the floor of the storage room. Store food in a clean; dry location; not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Ensure all food is stored on shelving/pallets.
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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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector’s notes
3-304.12 (A); Core; Portion cups were stored in yeast; feta; and grated parmesan cheese on the pizza side of the restaurant. In-use utensils in TCS food; must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Ensure only utensils with handles are stored in foods. *Points not increased due to Modern side not having any utensil storage issues.
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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Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11(A)(C); To-go food containers are stored below sauces and ingredients with their food contact surface exposed. Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean; dry location; where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Invert containers and their lids or keep in their packaging.
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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Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used
Inspector’s notes
4-501.11; Core; There are torn air curtains in the walk-in cooler; a torn gasket on the display cooler; and a torn gasket on the clear door cooler by the salad cooler on the pizza side of the restaurant. Maintain equipment in good repair. Repair/replace broken equipment. *Points not increased due to equipment being in the same condition as last inspection; inspector forgot to mention the torn gasket on the clear door cooler. *3 blown bulbs over the pizza oven and 4 blown bulbs in the hood on the Modern side need replacing.
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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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12; Core; There is pooled water on the floor in front of the double door cooler on the Modern side. The physical facilities shall be maintained 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.
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Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s notes
6-501.110; Core; Employee items are stored above the salad prep cooler. Employee food and drinks shall be stored in designated areas. CDI- Employee items moved to the designated area. *Points not increased due to improvement in this 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 26, 2026 · Original Source