1 - Inspection
Jun 25, 2026
Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
3-501.16(A)(2) and (B); Priority; Cold-Holding: Dairy walk-in cooler with all cheeses off temperature; at 47-48F. PIC had log showing the dairy walk-in temperatures were reaching 56F last night at 11pm check; and stated he had the unit repaired this morning; and had discarded some of the items. Maintain cold Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods at 41F and less. CDI- Remaining TCS foods in this cooler voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection. [REPEAT]
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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Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector’s notes
3-501.18; Priority; Datemarking/Disposition: In the middle walk-in cooler; multiple salad bar items lacking prep dates (chicken; quinoa; beans; tofu). When asked; PIC stated these items were made yesterday; more than 24 hours ago. In the meat walk-in cooler; pan of BBQ made yesterday lacking date. Sliced turkey and cooked chicken also lacking dates; PIC stated these items were prepared Tuesday. Refrigerated; READY-TO-EAT; POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) prepared and held in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than 24 hours shall be date-marked. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1 (ex.-date the milk opened; date the meat/vegetable cooked). Prepared TCS food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time combination as specified in Food Code (up to 7 days when maintained at 41F and less). CDI- Known dates added during inspection by PIC.
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.
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Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111; Core; In the Aldert’s Market kitchen; observed what appeared to be several rat droppings all over the counters and floors. A couple ceiling panels not in place over the ice cream machine area. The Market space is currently closed during summer break; so no foods or single service items sitting out and all upper storage cabinets security sealed closed.. The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Start aggressive but humane pest control measures. Deep clean and disinfect this entire space before reopening.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
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Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Clean squeeze bottles stored inverted on cloth towel. After cleaning and sanitizing; equipment and utensils Shall be air-dried; and may not be cloth dried. Cleaned EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS shall be stored: In a clean; dry location; Where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Cloth towels may not be used for this purpose. Remove the towel. Recommend bar mats or the dish machine racks for this purpose.
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
4-202.11; Priority Foundation; One large very cracked plastic food storage container in use. Multiuse FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be: SMOOTH; Free of breaks; open seams; cracks; chips; inclusions; pits; and similar imperfections; and Free of sharp internal angles; corners; and crevices. CDI- Damaged container voluntarily discarded by PIC during inspection. 4-501.11; Core; In Aldert's Market; ice machine is broken. EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of good repair and condition. EQUIPMENT components such as doors; seals; hinges; fasteners; and kick plates shall be kept intact; tight; and adjusted in accordance with manufacturers specifications. Repair/Replace this item.
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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Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned
Inspector’s notes
6-302.11; Priority Foundation; Restroom used by staff out of toilet paper. A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet. CDI- Toilet Paper replenished 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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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11; Core; In walk-in cooler #3 at entrance to walk-in freezer; some floor damage to concrete. In brown wood cabinets storage room; the wood laminate facing is peeled off the cabinets throughout the room. PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair. Repair the flooring so smooth and cleanable. Refinish/replace the cabinet doors. [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 problemsOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 25, 2026 · Original Source