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Rudinos's Pizza Grinders Sports Corner

Name: Rudinos's Pizza Grinders Sports Corner
Address: 3101-101 Edwards Mill Rd, Wake County, NC

3101-101 Edwards Mill Rd

Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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5 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 15, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The hand sink at the wait station is being used to dump drinks - Ice observed in basin of sinkHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The hand sink at the wait station is being used to dump drinks - Ice observed in basin of sink; CDI: Sink was cleaned out as a corrective action and discussed with PIC placing a dirty dish tub at wait station for dumping drinks as hand sink is only allocated for handwashing. 5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink - Operation and Maintenance (Pf) (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf.

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

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Observation: When measured the surface temperature was unable to reach 160F during the final rinse cycle. Wash temperature observed at 145F. CDI: Dishes and equipment were being washed in dishwasher but transferred to 3 compartment sink for manual sanitizing as a corrective action. Follow up for repair of dish machine by 7/18/26. 4-703.11 Hot Water and Chemical. After being cleaned; EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be SANITIZED (B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine; equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P.

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 —Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Avocados with labels still affixed observed in prep bin on salad prep refrigerator without washing prior to use. Ensure that all vegetables and fruits are washed/rinsed with water prior to prep/transfer to another container. 3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C) Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use.

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notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The gasket door sweep on the walk in refrigerator door is deteriorated allowing warm air into the refrigerator. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Maintain equipment 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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notedCode Observation: Floor covering in certain areas are beginning to crack and deteriorateCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Floor covering in certain areas are beginning to crack and deteriorate; Plan for repair/replacement in areas of floors. 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Floors; walls; and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observation: Ceiling areas around vents have accumulation of dust/debris. 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure.

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, Jul 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 16, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Jalapeno peppers being cut/prepped directly from the shipment box without washing prior to use. Ensure that all vegetables and fruits are washed/rinsed with water prior to prep/transfer to another container. CDI: Staff member removed peppers to be washed for corrective action. 3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C) Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use.

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notedCode Observation: The thermometer on the high temperature dish machine (rinse) is not in working condition. 4-502.11 (A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C) (C) Ambient air temperatureCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The thermometer on the high temperature dish machine (rinse) is not in working condition. 4-502.11 (A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C) (C) Ambient air temperature; water pressure; and water TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. Observation: Cardboard boxes being reused for storage of new packaged food items are not cleanable surface materials. Use equipment bins that are non-absorbent and cleanable. 4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash; spillage; or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT; nonabsorbent; and SMOOTH material.

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 Observation: Floor covering in certain areas are beginning to crack and deteriorateCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

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, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 13, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: When measured the surface temperature was unable to reach 160F during the final rinse cycle. Wash temperature observed at 155FCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

Observation: When measured the surface temperature was unable to reach 160F during the final rinse cycle. Wash temperature observed at 155F; however the thermometer on the dish mahcine not functioning. CDI: Dishes and equipment were being washed in dishwasher but transferred to 3 compartment sink for manula sanitizing as a corrective action. 4-703.11 Hot Water and Chemical. After being cleaned; EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be SANITIZED (B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine; equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P.

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 —Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Working spray bottles of sanitizer observed with no labeling of contents. CDI: Corrected during inspection - labeled spray bottles. 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf

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 Observation: Cooked steak product observed at 73F during thaw using hot water. CDI Product was transferred directly to the walk in refrigerator. Ensure that if using water to thaw that water tmperature does not exceed 70F. 3-501.13 Thawing (Pf) (A)Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Cooked steak product observed at 73F during thaw using hot water. CDI Product was transferred directly to the walk in refrigerator. Ensure that if using water to thaw that water tmperature does not exceed 70F. 3-501.13 Thawing (Pf) (A); (B); (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the FOOD temperature at 5oC (41oF) or less; Pf or (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 21oC (70oF) or below; Pf (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow; Pf and (3) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of READY-TO-EAT FOOD to rise above 5oC (41oF); Pf

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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minorCode Observation: The thermometer on the high temperature dish machine (rinse) is not in working condition. 4-502.11 (A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C) (C) Ambient air temperatureCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

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 —Water, plumbing, and sewage

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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The second handsink in the womens restroom is not operating and producing water when activated. 5-205.15 System Maintained in Good Repair. A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (B) Maintained in good repair.

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 Observation: Floor covering in certain areas are bginning to crack and deteriorateCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Floor covering in certain areas are bginning to crack and deteriorate; Plan for repair/replacement in areas of floors. 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Floors; walls; and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 13, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 20, 2024

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P); Bags of beef were found being stored too highly above their fill line in the cooler and were up to 53F. Potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Food was taken to the walk-in cooler to cool before a 4 hour period elapsed.

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minorCode 3-304.14 Wiping ClothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitations (C); Moist wiping cloths were stored on a prep table for a large portion of the inspection. Between uses; wet or moist wiping cloths shall be stored in an approved sanitizer at an appropriate 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

minorCode 3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C)Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C); Cut avocado in use for surface in the prep top cooler was found with sticker on skin. Fruits and vegetables shall be washed and stickers removed before use to prevent potential contamination.

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majorCode 4-302.14 Sanitizing SolutionsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions; Testing Devices (Pf); PIC was unable to find test strips for "Sink and Surface" sanitizer that is being used in establishment. Testing devices for sanitizer being used shall be obtained; located; and readily available for employees to use. VR- EHS returning on 12/27 to ensure test strips have been obtained/located for use.

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); Both ceiling vent covers in the dishwashing area have dust buildup and need to be cleaned. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent residue accumulation.

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, Dec 20, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection