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Roadrunners Pizza

8420-120 Louisburg Rd

Last inspected Dec 30, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Dec 30, 2025

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.19 (A) (1)Other

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Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

3-501.19 (A) (1); Priority Foundation - Pizzas were on counter top with time written on sticky note of when they were placed on counter from oven. PIC stated written time as a public health control (TPHC) procedures were somewhere in facility; but they could not be located during inspection...Time-temperature control for safety foods (TCS*) using time as a public health control shall have approved written procedures prepared in advance; maintained in the establishment; and made available for the Health Department upon request...CDI having PIC fill out TPHC template by end of inspection. This form shall be available to Wake County inspectors upon request during future inspections/visits.

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

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notedCode 7-102.11Chemicals

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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority Foundation - One spray bottle with purple liquid was not labeled with its contents...Working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners; sanitizers; etc. shall be labeled with their contents...CDI by labeling spray bottle.

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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 4-204.112 (B)Equipment and utensils

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Thermometers provided & accurate

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4-204.112 (B); Core - No thermometer was observed inside or on exterior of pizza refrigerated make line...An indicating thermometer shall be provided inside refrigerator (or on exterior) in warmest part of unit...Provide thermometer inside this unit that is accurate to plus or minus 3 degrees F. Air temperature must be 41F or less.

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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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

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Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core - Several bottles of dressings; sauces; cooking oil; spices; etc. were not labeled with their contents..Working containers of food not easy to recognize shall be labeled with their contents...Properly label containers/bottles of food with names of their contents.

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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.

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notedCode 4-903.11(A)(C)Equipment and utensils

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A)(C); Core - Some food contact surfaces of pizza boxes and paper wraps were exposed/unprotected...Single-service disposable food/beverage containers/items shall be protected from splash; dust and other contamination...Cover food contact surfaces of boxes and paper wraps or store inverted on clean surfaces.

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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 4-101.19/4-202.16 - 4-101.19/4-202.16Cleaning and sanitizing

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

Inspector’s notes

4-101.19/4-202.16 - 4-101.19/4-202.16; Core - Observed re-used cardboard boxes/surfaces being used to store soiled food utensils; pizza pans and raw chicken...Non-food contact surfaces of equipment exposed to splash and spills shall be made of smooth; nonabsorbent materials...Discontinue reusing cardboard boxes to store equipment or food. 4-501.11; Core - Observed some rusty shelving; shelving inside refrigerators that were not securely mounted; damaged refrigerator gaskets...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair and seals shall be intact and tight...Replace damaged equipment with similar approved equipment. 4-502.11 (A) and (C); Core - Observed several cracked food containers and container lids...Food service utensils shall be kept in good repair...Discard damaged items.

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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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

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Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core - Observed soiled wire shelving; undersides/backsides of equipment door handles; refrigerator door gaskets; sink drainboard undersides...Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment/surfaces above.

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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 5-501.113(B)Facility maintenance

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.113(B); Core - Exterior community dumpsters had open side doors. Top lid of grease dumpster was open...Trash/recycling receptacles kept outside shall have tight-fitting lids and doors...Work with neighboring businesses to keep dumpster side doors and lids closed when not in use.

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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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notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - Some wall corners/stripping was damaged and cracked. Several small holes were in kitchen walls. A few ceiling tiles in kitchen and bathroom were water stained...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Repair damaged walls/stripping; seal holes; and replace stained tiles (after ensuring roof/ceiling leaks are completely repaired). 6-501.12; Core - Observed soiled flooring under shelving and in corners of walk-in cooler; and some ceiling tiles were soiled..Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces above.

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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 6-202.11Facility maintenance

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Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-202.11; Core - Light bulb in upright refrigerator was unshielded...Where food and clean equipment and utensils are exposed; lighting shall be effectively shielded...Properly shield light bulb or provide shatter-resistant bulb.

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, Dec 30, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 18, 2024

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11(A)Cleaning and sanitizing

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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A);Priority foundation; Observed slight residue on ice chute of soda machine. Enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers must be cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of soil and mold. CDI-Ice chute was cleaned during 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.

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

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Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (1);Priority; Observed marinara sauce in portion cups double panned in hot hold unit with temperatures of 89-93F. TCS(Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods shall be maintained at 135F or above. CDI-Marinara sauce was voluntarily discarded by manager.

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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 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Observed wiping cloth in chlorine sanitizer next to soda machine with concentration below 50ppm. Wet wiping cloths shall be kept in approved; clean chlorine sanitizer at 50-200ppm concentration. CDI-by making new batch of sanitizer for wipes.

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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

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Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Observed a few soiled shelving in walk-in cooler and throughout kitchen area. Non-food contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Increase cleaning in these areas.

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 6-501.18Cleaning and sanitizing

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Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-501.18;Core; Observed cleaning needed on toilet seat and side of toilet in restroom. Plumbing fixtures such as handwashing sinks; toilets; and urinals shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning of toilet.

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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, Oct 18, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 31, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 7-201.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11; Priority; Observed three chemical spray bottles hanging above pasta noodles on prep sink. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they can not contaminate food. CDI-Spray bottles were relocated.

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 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Observed wiping cloth in chlorine sanitizer next to soda machine with concentration below 50ppm. Wet wiping cloths shall be kept in approved; clean chlorine sanitizer at 50-200ppm concentration. CDI-by making new batch of sanitizer for wipes.

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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Observed soiled shelving in walk-in cooler and pizza prep cooler. Non-food contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Increase cleaning in these areas.

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 31, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 20, 2023

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

minorCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; A wet wiping cloth was stored on the drainboard of the 3 compartment sink. Damp/wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer when not in use. CDI- Cloth removed.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; The lid on the middle section of the pizza is broken and is taped together. All equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair/replace broken 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
minorCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The fan attached to the wall has a buildup of dust on the side; the shelving above the dough prep table and the space under the tabletop flattop and grill needs cleaning. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil residue. Clean these items more often.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; The hot water faucet continuously leaks from one of its joints. Plumbing systems shall be maintained in good repair. Repair prep sink faucet.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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minorCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; One of the lids on the trash dumpster is cracking and beginning to separate. All dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. Have your landlord contact your waste management company and request a replacement by text or email. ; 5-501.115; Core; The dumpster pad is stained with oil and there is pooled oil in areas. The dumpster pad/storage area shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Clean the dumpster pad.

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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minorCode 6-305.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-305.11; Core; Employee items were stored on shelves above clean equipment and supplies. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions. CDI- Items were relocated to bottom shelves.

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, Nov 20, 2023 · Original Source

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