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4242 Six Forks Rd

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 10, 2026

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale

7 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; Multiple shellstock tags were missing dates of when the last shellstock was sold. The date of when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. CDI-Manager meeting to educate employees and ensure that the date of when the last shellstock is sold is recorded on tags.

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 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P); Several potentially hazardous food items on the prep top coolers on the main line were holding above 41F (see temperature chart) potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Food was taken to walk in cooler to be cooled to 41F before a 4 hour period elapsed.

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); Propane/torch was . All poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored in an area that prevents potential contamination of food or clean equipment. CDI- Item was relocated and stored in a low area.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 4-903.11 (A) and (C) EquipmentEquipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A) and (C) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing (C); Single service food cups were found being stored with splash residue on them. Single service containers shall be stored in an area where they are not exposed to potential contamination.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Scoops that were rusting were being used with flour in the kitchen area. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. CDI- Scoops were voluntarily discarded during the 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.

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: Walk-in cooler fans have dust buildup. Containers being stored as clean have sticker residue remaining on their non food contact surfaces. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris.

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 6-501.11 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); Areas of the floor have missing tile and should be repaired. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair. PIC states a remodel is in order.

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 10, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 15, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - FrequencyCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Frequency; Ice machine interior had brown residue on the inside that EHS was able to remove with alcohol swab. Food contact surfaces of equipment such as ice machines and soda nozzles shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent soil or residue accumulation. Full deductions will be taken if this item is repeated again. 4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment; Chemical Sanitization - Temperature; pH; Concentration and Hardness (P); Dishwashing machine was providing chlorine around 0ppm. Chlorine shall be used at 50-200 ppm for food contact surface sanitizing. CDI- Establishment has contacted chemical company and has 3 compartment sink set up to sanitize dishes manually in the meantime.

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 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf)Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf); One spray bottle of cleaner was found with no label. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be labeled with their common name. CDI- Bottle was labeled 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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf)Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf); Repeat; Live flies were found in the establishment. The premises shall be maintained free of insect and other pests. EHS recommends increased pest control due to repeat.

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 3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C)Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C); Sticker residue was found on avocados being used on the prep line. Produce shall be washed and residue removed before being used for food service.

In plain English

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

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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); Core; A few clean containers were found being stacked closely 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
notedCode 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C); Handwashing sink on the prep line has a leak and leaks water on the floor when being used. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of 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
notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C); Dust buildup is on the ceiling above the dry storage area near the dishwashing area. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them 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, Sep 15, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 22, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink - Operation and Maintenance (Pf)Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink - Operation and Maintenance (Pf); Container was found being stored in a handwashing sink basin. Handwashing sinks may be used for no reason other than handwashing; and shall be accessible at all times. CDI- Container was removed from handwashing sink basin.

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 3-203.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction

Inspector’s notes

3-203.12; Priority Foundation; Multiple shellstock tags were missing dates of when the last shellstock was sold. The date of when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. CDI-Manager agrees to educate employees and ensure that the date of when the last shellstock is sold is recorded on tags.

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 4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - FrequencyCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Frequency; Ice machine interior had brown residue on the inside that EHS was able to remove with alcohol swab. Food contact surfaces of equipment such as ice machines and soda nozzles shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent soil or residue accumulation.

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) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P); While improvements continue to be made; the cooler at the fron tof the cook line was holding multiple food items at 43F and a container of fish at the end of the cooler was up to 49F. Potentially hazardous food being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Fish was voluntarily discarded and other food items were taken to the walk-in cooler to be cooled as needed.

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); Bottle of butane for flame torch was being held above a prep top table. All poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored in an area that prevents potential contamination of food or clean equipment. CDI- Item was stored in a low area. Deductions will be taken if this item is repeated.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
majorCode 6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf)Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111 Controlling Pests (Pf); A few live flies were found in the establishment. The premises shall be maintained free of insect and other pests. EHS recommends increased pest control for upcoming warm months.

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
minorCode 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C); Green cutting board on the prep line has discoloration and should be discarded or resurfaced. Cutting surfaces with deep scratches or discoloration shall be resurfaced or replaced as needed so that they can be properly washed; rinsed; 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, Apr 22, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 12, 2024

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand this area’s scale

8 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-403.11Food temperature

Official wording

Proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Inspector’s notes

3-403.11; Priority; Vegetable mix being reheated in the small steam unit only hit 135F after 2 hours. CDI: Mix voluntarily discarded. Process changed to reheat this mix per order instead of in a batch...TCS foods cooked; cooled; and reheated for hot holding shall be reheated so that all parts of the food reach 165F within 2 hours.

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
criticalCode 3-501.14Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling time & temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.14; Priority; Sheets of rice in the walk-in cooler cooled from 116-111 to 106-91 in about 40 minutes for a rate range of 0.33-0.5 deg/min which is slightly below the required 0.54 deg/min with only ~30 mins remaining to cool before the 2 hour mark. A pan made yesterday measured 46F and only cooled a degree after 1.5 hours. CDI: Pans were relocated to the freezer to facilitate faster cooling. Pan from yesterday voluntarily discarded...Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods shall be cooled from 135F to 70F within 2 hours and from 70F to 41F or less within 4 additional hours.

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
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; One cooler (at the end of the line closest to dish) is holding food at 43-45F. Cooler temperature was lowered. Older units have been replaced and cold holding in general has improved. CDI: One pan of rice that measured 53F was voluntarily discarded. Other food in unit cooled...Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods held cold shall be held at 41F or below.

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 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Hotel pans of tightly packed rice were covered in plastic wrap and stacked on top of each other in the walk-in cooler. CDI: Pans separated and placed into the freezer...Cooling shall be accomplished using rapid cooling methods; such as: placing the food in shallow pans; cooling in smaller portions; stirring the food in a container on an ice bath; or using ice as an ingredient and the containers should be loosely covered.

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 4-204-112Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-204-112; Core; Several of the cold holding units on the line did not have visible ambient air thermometers. CDI: Place thermometers in these units...Cold or hot holding equipment used for TCS foods shall include at least one permanently affixed temperature measuring device located for easy viewing & the sensor shall be in the warmest part of the unit.

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 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Knives were being stored in the gaps between coolers on the hot line. An ice scoop was stored on a shelf below ground beef in the walk-in cooler. CDI: Items sent to dish...Utensils shall be held on a clean portion of equipment if the utensil and equipment are cleaned and sanitized once every 4 hours or when contamination may have occurred.

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 4-502.11(A) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-502.11(A) and (C); Core; Several damaged containers were being used to hold food inside of coolers. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded all found containers...Utensils shall be maintained in good repair or be discarded/replaced.

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: Walk-in cooler shelving has light food debris buildup. The faces of the cold hold units on the line that contact the gaskets are soiled with light residue buildup...Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean any areas building up soil; debris; and/or grease.

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 12, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 10, 2024

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 2-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector’s notes

2-301.12; Employee was observed properly washing hands; but then turning the handwashing sink off with bare hands after the washing procedure. After the handwashing procedure; employees shall turn the handwashing sink off with a barrier (such as paper towels) in order to prevent re-contamination of the hands. CDI- Staff was educated.

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
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; Repeat; Several potentially hazardous foods in the cooler drawers on the line were holding above 41F (see temperature chart). Rice was being stored above its fill line on a prep top unit at was above 41F. Potentially hazardous foods being held cold shall remain at 41F or above. CDI- Food was taken to the walk-in cooler to cool down as needed. Full deductions taken due to repeat violation.

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 3-501.13Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector’s notes

3-501.13 ; Priority Foundation; Raw fish was being thawed in the walk-in cooler. This fish was in reduced oxygen packaging that instructed users to remove the fish from the ROP before thawing. REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED FISH that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment for thawing. CDI- Oxygen was introduced to fish packages.

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 3-302.15Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

3-302.15; Core; PIC stated that avocados are not washed before they are sold/served or during any time after receiving. Raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut; combined with other ingredients; cooked; served; or offered for human consumption in READY-TO-EAT form. Wash avocados before cutting.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Utensils were found being stored inside of food containers with their handles directly touching the food. If utensils are stored inside of food containers; they shall be stored with their handles above the food in order to prevent potential contamination

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 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Repeat; A few clean containers were found being stacked closely 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
minorCode 4-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.12; Core; Cutting boards were found with deep scratches/scores on their surfaces. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED; or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

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 10, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 5, 2023

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw salmon was being stored directly on top of vegetables in a prep bottom cooler. In order to prevent cross contamination; raw animal food shall be stored below ready to eat food. CDI- Food was rearranged as needed.

In plain English

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

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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; Potentially hazardous foods in some prep line coolers; particularly the prep bottom cooler at the end of the line; were holding above 41F (see temperature chart). Potentially hazardous foods closest to the door of the walk-in cooler were holding above 41F as well. Potentially hazardous food items being held cold shall remain at 41F or below. CDI- Food was taken to new refrigeration to be cooled down before a 4 hour period elapsed. Potentially hazardous food in the front of the walk-in cooler was moved to the back and the cooler temperature was manually adjusted.

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; Multiple fish items that PIC states cannot be undercooked have asterisks beside them on the menu. These asterisks refer customers to the disclosure statement of the consumer advisory. Only animal food items that may be undercooked should have asterisks attached tat refer customers to the consumer advisory. EHS returning on 10/16 to ensure asterisks have been removed from items that cannot be undercooked; or a parasite destruction letter has been provided for fish that may be served undercooked.

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; Containers of white food ingredients were found with no labels. Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta; working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT; such as cooking oils; flour; herbs; potato flakes; salt; spices; and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.

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; Repeat; Several flies observed in kitchen area; likely due to garage style doors being open in the dining room. The premises shall be maintained free of pests.

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
minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; Utensils were being held in standing water at 87F. If utensils are stored inside of water; the water shall either be at/above 135F; or running at a velocity sufficient to flush loose particles. CDI- Utensils were removed from water.

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 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; A few clean containers were found being stacked closely 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, Oct 5, 2023 · Original Source

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