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Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Starbucks # 26652

212 Hinton Oaks Blvd

Last inspected Jul 6, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 6, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Many stacks of single service cups were stored out of protective barrier.- Single service items shall be stored where they are not exposed to splash and be kept in original packaging/barrier to keep from contamination.- Please do not overstack cups and find a way to protect lids

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
majorCode 4-302.13 (B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-302.13 (B); Priority Foundation; Facility does not have a thermometer for the high temp dish machine available.- Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible.- Not corrected; please obtain a thermometer by July 16th; 2026

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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Cleaning is needed in some of the cabinets throughout; mainly at drive thru area.- Equipment shall be kept clean to prevent accumulation of soils.- Please clean cabinets.

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 6, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 1, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 6-301.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11; Priority Foundation; There was no soap at drive thru handsink.- All handsinks shall be provided with hand cleaning liquid; powder; or bar soap.- CDI; soap was refilled at sink.

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Many stacks of single service cups were stored out of protective barrier. Some plastic lids that are directly beside of syrup pumping area have a lot of syrup splash on them.- Single service items shall be stored where they are not exposed to splash and be kept in original packaging/barrier to keep from contamination.- Please do not overstack cups and find a way to protect lids

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Gaskets throughout are torn and need replaced.- Equipment shall be maintained in a good state of repair and condition.- Please replace gaskets.

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 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; Observed a couple places in back kitchen where tiles are missing near walls.- Physical facilities shall be in good repair.- Please replace tiles

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, Aug 1, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 1, 2024

Score 94

Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

11 recorded violations

notedCode 2-301.14Handwashing

Official wording

Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector’s notes

2-301.14; Priority - Observed food employee enter from outside to start work and did not wash hands before handling equipment and utensils...Food service employees shall wash hands before starting work; after contaminating hands in any way; after using the restroom; etc...CDI by having worker wash hands.

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core - Hot water did not exceed 87F at left bathroom handsink...Hot water of at least 100F is required at every handsink...Increase hot water to at least 100F at bathroom handsink. 6-301.14; Core - No handwashing sign was posted at right bathroom handsink used by employees...A handwashing sign instructing food employees to wash their hands shall be posted at every handsink used by food employees...Post required handwashing sign.

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 4-204.112 (B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-204.112 (B); Core - Two refrigerators had sensors that measure air temperature of units but recording data on tablet was not functioning properly during inspection to provide air temperatures of units (no indicating thermometers located in refrigerators)...Mechanical refrigerators shall have a thermometer located in warmest part of unit or a recording thermometer can be used but must be working properly...Provide indicating thermometers in refrigerators where recording data is not available. Air temperature shall be 41F or less.

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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notedCode 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core - Some bottles of sauces and toppings were not labeled...Unlabeled containers of foods not easily recognizable must be labeled with the common name of food...Properly label food containers to denote contents.

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 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core - Some live fruit flies and house flies were in front prep area; back kitchen and seating areas (back door was open for most of the inspection)...The premises shall be free of insects...Rid the premises of flies using approved pest control methods for commercial food service establishments.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core - A few moist wiping cloths were on counter tops; and at least one moist cloth was on counter top in sanitizer container with little sanitizer solution...Moist or soiled wiping cloths shall be kept in approved clean sanitizer between uses...Store moist wiping cloths as stated above or in soiled laundry area.

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 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 - Some clean food containers were stacked while wet...Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored to allow air-drying...Separate stacked containers and completely air dry 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 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core - Many stacks of disposable cups were sticking far out of dispensers and drinking top rims of cups were unprotected. A live house fly flew into stack of plastic beverage lids stored in plastic sleeve...Single service disposable food/beverage containers shall be protected from contamination...Keep cups down inside approved dispensers or inverted and in their original plastic sleeves pulled up to rims of top cups on stacks. Discard lids where house fly had flown.

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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minorCode 4-101.19Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-101.19; Observed wet cloth lining shelf under containers of toppings; and paper was lining shelf with bottles of sauces/toppings...Equipment nonfood contact surfaces exposed to splash and spillage shall be made of nonabsorbent and smooth materials...Remove cloth and paper lining from shelves. Consider using nonabsorbent sheet pans under containers of food items. 4-501.11; Core - A few upright refrigerators had several peeling/rusty shelf edges...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair...Replace damaged shelves. 4-502.11 (A) and (C) - A food containers and several containers lids were cracked/damaged...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair...Discard damaged items.

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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core - Observed soiled refrigerator/freezer interiors; exteriors of syrup and powder storage containers/lids; counters under beverage machines...Equipment nonfood contact sufaces shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment/surfaces above.

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 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - Handsink faucet handle by sandwich area was loose...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Resecure loose faucet handles. 6-501.12; Core - Some floor surfaces under cabinets/prep area and walls behind kitchen sink were soiled...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces above.

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 1, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 28, 2024

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

minorCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core - A few moist wiping cloths were on counter tops. One moist cloth was on counter top in sanitizer container with little sanitizer solution...Moist or soiled wiping cloths shall be kept in approved clean sanitizer between uses...Store moist wiping cloths as stated above or in soiled laundry area.

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 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core - Many stacks of disposable cups were sticking far out of dispensers and top rims were unprotected. Some cup lids were in soiled holders and a few lids were soiled/splattered. Some large coffee filters were not covered...Single service disposable food/beverage containers shall be protected from contamination...Keep cups down inside approved dispensers or inverted and in their original plastic sleeves pulled up to rims of top cups on stacks. Discard soiled cup lids and clean the soiled lid holders. Keep coffee filters in covered container/original bag.

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
minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core - At least one upright refrigerator had several peeling/rusty shelf edges; and a few refrigerator door gaskets were warped...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair; and equipment components such as doors and seals shall be kept intact and tight...Replace damaged refrigerator shelves and door gaskets.

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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core - Observed soiled refrigerator interiors and some laminate cabinets/drawers...Equipment nonfood contact sufaces shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment/surfaces above.

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 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core - Trash dumpster had one broken off lid and the other lid was badly cracked. Cardboard dumpster had one lid that was bent in middle and not completely covering top...Trash and recycling receptacles shall be kept in good repair...Replace damaged dumpster lids so they are tight-fitting.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - Pitcher rinse sink had clogged drain. Handsink faucet handle by sandwich area was loose; and faucet by sink in back kitchen was wobbly...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Unclog the clogged sink; and resecure loose/wobbly faucets. ; 6-501.12; Core - Some ceiling kitchen area grates/slats were dusty...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase ceiling grate cleaning frequency.

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 28, 2024 · Original Source

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