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Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Songbird Smoothie & Cocktail Bar

1020 E Whitaker Mill Rd

Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Score 98.5

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1 inspection

1 - Inspection

Aug 24, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) Observed no certified food protection manager on premise. Permit was issued within the last 210 days so no points have been deducted.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 3-501.18 Observed five containers of in house made pickles 8/17 and buttermilk made in house 8/17 A FOOD requiring date marking shall be discarded if it exceeds seven days (except time that it is frozen)Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18 Observed five containers of in house made pickles 8/17 and buttermilk made in house 8/17 A FOOD requiring date marking shall be discarded if it exceeds seven days (except time that it is frozen); is not labeled; or is marked with a date that exceeds seven days. P CDI Pickles and buttermilk were voluntarily discarded. The establishment plans to decrease the number of pickles prepped at one time.

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 3-305.11 Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed lime and avocado stored directly on the reachin rack. Observed self serve sugar bowl with no lid. A)Except as specified in par. (B) and (C) of this sectionContamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11 Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises Observed lime and avocado stored directly on the reachin rack. Observed self serve sugar bowl with no lid. A)Except as specified in par. (B) and (C) of this section; FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean; dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under sec. 4-204.122 . (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers; cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans; and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 24, 2026 · Original Source

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