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Sohot Raleigh

4509 Creedmoor Rd

Last inspected Jun 1, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 1, 2026

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The hand sink at the front production area was being used for a dump sinkHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The hand sink at the front production area was being used for a dump sink; The ahnd sink at the cook line was blocked by sauce cart and inaccessible to staffing on cook line or dish area; CDI: Cart was moved to allow access to hand sink on cook line; The hand sink at the front service area had screen removed and placed back into handwashing sink. 5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink - Operation and Maintenance (Pf) (A)A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. (C) An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

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.

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notedCode Observation: The beef tallow and garlic/oil was not labeled for discardOther

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The beef tallow and garlic/oil was not labeled for discard; Written time control records were not able to be found; CDI:Copies of time control provided and food productslabeled during inspection according to time control poilcy; 3-501.19 Time as a Public Health Control (P) (Pf) (B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf

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

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notedCode Observation:Spray bottles of glass cleanerChemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

Observation:Spray bottles of glass cleaner; bleach water not labeled with the chemical contents; CDI: Spray bottles were labeled during inspection as a corrective action. 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.

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: The cutting boards on the prep refrigerators/cookline are heavily scored. Resurface or replace cutting boards. 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C) Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observation: Cardboard shelving used on cook cartsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The cutting boards on the prep refrigerators/cookline are heavily scored. Resurface or replace cutting boards. 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C) Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observation: Cardboard shelving used on cook carts; shelving in refrigeration covered with plastic - Cardboard is an absorbent and not cleanable - Eliminate use of cardboard for shelving covers. CDI: Cardboard removed during inspection as a corrective action. 4-101.19/4-202.16 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: The non-food contact surface of the cook cartsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The non-food contact surface of the cook carts; dry ingredients container; ice shaver chute; shelving area have accumulation of debris - CDI: These were cleaned during inspection as a corrective action. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

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 Observation: Hose connected to dish sink spigot there is not a backflow prevention device installed (Vacuum hose breaker)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Hose connected to dish sink spigot there is not a backflow prevention device installed (Vacuum hose breaker); Verification by 6/4/26 for installtion of vacuum breaker. 5-203.14 Backflow Prevention Device; When Required (P) Prevent backflow or back siphonage prevention devices installed shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering standards.

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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notedCode Observation: The dumpster utilized in the mid section of dumpster corrale doe snot have lids in good repair/cracked in half no longer covering top of dumpster. 5-501.113 Covering Receptacles (C) (B) Keep dumpsterFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The dumpster utilized in the mid section of dumpster corrale doe snot have lids in good repair/cracked in half no longer covering top of dumpster. 5-501.113 Covering Receptacles (C) (B) Keep dumpster; outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observation: The large shared dumpster recptacle has accumulated debris/dripping onto concrete slab where stored and strong smell from container. 5-501.116 Cleaning Receptacles (C) (B) Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents.

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, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 14, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: Tom Yum soup broth holding at 133F on one burner stovetop. CDI: Soup was reheated to 187F during inspection. 3-501.16 (A) (1) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Tom Yum soup broth holding at 133F on one burner stovetop. CDI: Soup was reheated to 187F during inspection. 3-501.16 (A) (1) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P);

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 Observation: Cooked beef paste found cold holding from dated 1/13/26 (cooked/cooled) and observed at 44FFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Cooked beef paste found cold holding from dated 1/13/26 (cooked/cooled) and observed at 44F; 45F. CDI: Product was voluntary discarded as corrective action during inspection. 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The cutting boards on the prep refrigerators/cookline are heavily scored. Resurface or replace cutting boards. 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C) Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized.

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, Jan 14, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 22, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: A time control procedure was not available for tapioca pearls (heated) - room temperatureOther

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observation: A time control procedure was not available for tapioca pearls (heated) - room temperature; garlic and oil/watermelon on the wait station. CDI: A written policy was provided for these products to ensure that procedures are in place for labeling; time and discard procedures. 3-501.19 Time as a Public Health Control (P) (Pf) (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance; maintained in the establishment; and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C).

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

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notedCode Observation: The dish isnk and warewash machine have accumulation of debris. Ensure that staff are clenaing these equipment regularly. 4-501.14 Warewashing EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The dish isnk and warewash machine have accumulation of debris. Ensure that staff are clenaing these equipment regularly. 4-501.14 Warewashing Equipment; Cleaning Frequency (C) Warewashing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment; utensils; raw food; etc. shall be cleaned before use; throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils; and at least every 24 hours if used.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Mops are not hung up to air dry between use. 6-501.16 Drying Mops (C) Store mops for air drying after 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 22, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 17, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

8 recorded violations

minorCode 5-202.12 Handwashing SinksHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12 Handwashing Sinks; Installation (C); Handwashing sink in the men's restroom was not reaching 100F. All handwashing sinks shall provide hot water at a minimum of 100F. CDI- EHS returning to the establishment in 10 days to verify that the sink is reaching 100F.

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.

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notedCode 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - SeparationOther

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P); Unwashed vegetables were found being stored above washed vegetables. In order to prevent cross contamination; raw animal food shall be stored below ready to eat food and unwashed vegetables shall be stored below washed vegetables. CDI- Food was rearranged as needed.

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notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (1) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (1) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P); Rice and eggs were found holding at 128F in a rice holder. Potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 135F or above. CDI- Food was reheated during the inspection. Deductions will be taken if this item is 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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majorCode 3-603.11 Consumption of Animal Foods that are RawFood temperature

Official wording

Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods

Inspector’s notes

3-603.11 Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw; Undercooked; or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf); Menu is lacking a complete consumer advisory with a disclosure statement and asterisks beside raw animal food items that may be undercooked by the customer at the self service tables. Menu items that may be undercooked shall be equipped with a consumer advisory that has a disclosure; reminder; and asterisks by animal food that may be undercooked. VR- EHS returning in 10 days to ensure a consumer advisory has been added. No deductions taken due to this being the establishment's first 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 7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P)Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P); Hydrogen peroxide and Tylenol were found being stored above food prep stations. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored in areas where they cannot potentially contaminate food or clean equipment. CDI- Items were moved during the inspection.

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 6-202.13 Insect Control DevicesPests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-202.13 Insect Control Devices; Design and Installation (C); Electric insect control devices were found being stored above shelving holding clean utensils. Insect control devices shall be stored in areas where they cannot potential contaminate clean equipment or food. PIC is relocating insect control devices.

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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notedCode 3-306.11 Food Display - Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-306.11 Food Display - Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P); Customer self service sauce area does not have permanent sneeze guards or any method of protecting the food items from potential contamination by consumers. Self service food areas available to consumers are required to be protected from potential contamination to consumers. CDI- Establishment is now requiring sauces to be dispensed by employees rather than customers until permanent protection is added. Deductions not taken. The was noted on plan review specialist Hannah Byer's review.

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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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); Several plates and cups were found being stacked together while wet. After being cleaned; utensils and equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows 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, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source

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