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Prime Barbecue

403 Knightdale Station Run

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 29, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; . EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS-. Noted can opener blade soiled on the food contact side. Ensure all utensils are clean to sight and touch. Also observed some sticky residue on a few containers stored as being clean.

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 —Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) . -P- Small pan of brisket was measuring between 125-126 F in the hot hold cabinet. Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above

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 —Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf)- Noted labels missing on a few working spray bottles of citrus cleaner and degreaser. Maintain labels on all working spray bottles of chemicals. CDI- item relabeled.

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 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) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C) Clean utensils shall be stored in a self draining position that allows air drying. Wet stacking dishes.

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 —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 gaskets are significantly torn on the front-line prep cooler. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4 1 and 4-2.

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

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.14 Warewashing Equipment; Cleaning Frequency- Observed some residue build-up along the interior surface of the 3 compartment sink basins. 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 29, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 24, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; . EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. Metal and plastic containers stored clean had food debris and sticker residue on them. CDI: Items moved to be cleaned. 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 —Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Pork loin inside hot hold unit 130F. CDI: Loin discarded.

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 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of foodChemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food; equipment; utensils; linens; and single-service/use items. -P; Citrus cleaner used for floors sitting on food prep table. CDI: Bottle remove. Only sanitizer shall be used on food prep areas.

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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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) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C) Clean utensils shall be stored in a self draining position that allows air drying. Wet stacking dishes.

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 Maintain equipment in good repair. Metal racks starting to rust.

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

Mar 20, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 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 items such as scoops and metal pans 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 cleaned.

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 3-304.14(B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(B); Core; Sanitizer buckets were around 150ppm/ Quat.- Sanitizer used for storing cloths shall be at the proper concentration. (200-400ppm/Quat)- CDI; buckets were made fresh at proper 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 20, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 21, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

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

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1); Priority; Observed multiple items (see chart provided) that were below 135 degrees F.- TCS foods stored for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.- CDI; items were reheated 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
notedCode 4-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12; Core; Cutting boards had deep knife cuts; scratches and rough surfaces...Cutting boards with scratches and scoring shall be resurfaced or replaced if they cannot be easily cleaned and sanitized...Resurface or replace cutting boards so they are smooth (not rough nor with ridges/deep scratches) and easy to clean and sanitize.

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 21, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 16, 2024

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-304.15 (A)Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-304.15 (A); Priority; Observed employees switching tasks; such as sanitizing equipment then returning to work with food; without changing gloves. Also observed employee wearing gloves while opening soiled hot holding cabinets before cutting meat.- If used; SINGLE-USE gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with READY-TO-EAT FOOD or with raw animal FOOD; used for no other purpose; and discarded when damaged or soiled; or when interruptions occur in the operation.- CDI; gloves were removed and PIC was educated on proper glove use to relay to employees.

In plain English

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

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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 items such as scoops and metal pans 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 cleaned.

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 4-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12; Core; Cutting boards had deep knife cuts; scratches and rough surfaces...Cutting boards with scratches and scoring shall be resurfaced or replaced if they cannot be easily cleaned and sanitized...Resurface or replace cutting boards so they are smooth (not rough nor with ridges/deep scratches) and easy to clean and sanitize.

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, May 16, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 13, 2023

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode Dented cans observed in the dry storage. 3-202.15Contamination

Official wording

Food in good condition; safe & unadulterated

Inspector’s notes

Dented cans observed in the dry storage. 3-202.15 ; Priority Foundation; FOOD packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the FOOD is not exposed to ADULTERATION or potential contaminants. Pf CDI: Cans removed from working stock.

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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criticalCode Pork barbeque being observed below 135F. 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Pork barbeque being observed below 135F. 3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; A) Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when time is used as the public health control as specified under sec.3 501.19; and except as specified under par. (B) and in par. (C ) of this section; POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be maintained: (1) At 57oC (135oF) or above; CDI: Product reheated to 169F during inspection. Operator to implement temperature monitoring.

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 The alto sham hot holding cabinets do not have an ambient air thermometer to monitor temperature. 4-204-112Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

The alto sham hot holding cabinets do not have an ambient air thermometer to monitor temperature. 4-204-112; Core; B) Except as specified in par. (C) of this section; cold or hot holding EQUIPMENT used for POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) shall be designed to include and shall be equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE that is located to allow easy viewing of the device's temperature display.

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 Equipment and utensils observed being towel driedEquipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Equipment and utensils observed being towel dried; stacked wet. 4-901.11; Core; After cleaning and SANITIZING; EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS: (A) Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining CDI: Operator educated staff and had equipment and utensils rewashed and/or pulled aprt for air drying

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, Dec 13, 2023 · Original Source

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