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Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse

2010 Rennaisance Park Pl

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

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jan 29, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-203.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction

Inspector’s notes

3-203.12; Priority Foundation; Observed one tag without a date recorded for the last oyster sold. Observed tags not stored in order according to the last oyster sold. Shellstock tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the Shellstock are received until the container is empty. Pf (B) The date when the last Shellstock from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. Pf (C) The identity of the source of Shellstock that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining Shellstock tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date that is recorded on the tag or label- manager agreed to organize tags by the sell by date.

In plain English

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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 4-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114; Priority; Observed quat sanitizer less 150PPM.Quat sanitizer shall register 200-400PPM. Manager replaced dispenser during inspection residual 200 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
notedCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Observed sour cream; shredded cheese; cheese sauce; pasta shells; cheddar; raw shrimp; ect.. (see chart above) holding above 41F. TCS food shall be held at 41F or below. Items discarded. Ambient air temping 46F. EHS will return to verify unit temps.

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
majorCode 3-603.11Food temperature

Official wording

Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods

Inspector’s notes

3-603.11; Priority Foundation; Observed caesar salad and ruth's chop salad on the menu with asterisks. However; these items do not contain any raw or undercooked animal foods. A consumer advisory only pertains to items served raw or containing raw or undercooked animal foods. Disclosure shall include: (1) A description of the animal-derived foods; such as oysters on the half shell (raw oysters raw-egg Caesar salad; and hamburgers (can be cooked to order); or (2) Identification of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked; or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. (3) Consuming raw or undercooked meats; poultry; seafood; shellfish; or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness; especially if you have certain medical conditions. Pf Remove asterisks from the menu. Email or send a picture of new template to inspector before printing for finalizing updates. maria.powell@wake.gov

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

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

1 - Inspection

Jun 25, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-903.11 EquipmentEquipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 Equipment; Utensils; Linens; and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles. Several stacks of pans and dishes were wet stacked. (B) Clean EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS shall be stored as specified under (A) of this section and shall be stored: (1) In a self-draining position that allows air drying. PIC advised to air dry dishware before stacking.

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 6-501.11 Repairing - PremisesCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Floors are soiled and tile grout is receding in high traffic areas. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean and 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, Jun 25, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 14, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Tray of several individually wrapped portions of cooked brussels sprouts were holding above 41F. TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below. CDI: Brussels moved to cooler portion of cooler. PIC to contact maintenance to check cooler for airflow issue.

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 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); Core; Dish pallet of clean sheet pans and food racks are stored below 6 inches from the floor. Clean utensils shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. CDI: Pallet raised to meet 6 inch minimum.

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, Aug 14, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 27, 2023

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

majorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Pink build-up on inner components of ice machine basin. Equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. This violation has been repeated on the last two inspections. Full points taken. Please have ice machine regularly cleaned. Consider creating a cleaning chart. ; 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Few dishes stored as clean with food residue/debris on top. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Dishes were sent dishwasher to 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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minorCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Few boxes of frozen food stored on the floor inside walk-in freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least 6-inches above the floor. CDI: Food moved.

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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minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Cleaning needed on floors behind grill equipment at front grill line. Observed grease build-up and debris collecting behind equipment in this area. Physical facilities shall be maintained 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 27, 2023 · Original Source

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