Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Taco Bell #29283

Name: Taco Bell #29283
Address: 1108 Morrisville Carpenter Rd, Wake County, NC

1108 Morrisville Carpenter Rd

Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 14, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-307.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-307.11; Core; Observed thick ice build up around both side of the makeline directly above food. food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified. Remove ice buildup to prevent contamination.

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

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; Observed multiple metal containers that were stacked together while still wet in clean dishes area. Utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Air dry all dishes before stacking them together.

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 4-202.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-202.11; Priority Foundation; A) Observed a two heavily stained containers stored as clean on drying racks one is cracked on the food contact surface. Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be: (1) Smooth; Pf (2) Free of breaks; open seams; cracks; chips; inclusions; pits; and similar imperfections. If items are no longer cleanable; replace.

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 14, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 13, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Observed a buildup of dried residue on several metal pans and inside coffee carafes stored as clean on drying racks. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch- items placed in 3 comp sink.

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 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Observed multiple plastic and metal containers that were stacked together while still wet in clean dishes area. Utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Air dry all dishes before stacking them together.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Observed buildup on equipment under makeline; above makeline. Reach in doors and handles. Black growth on slushie machines under handles. Interior and exterior surfaces of equipment. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment.

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 5-202.13Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-202.13; Priority; Observed faucet hose stored inside 3 comp sink- hoses removed from solution. An air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture equipment; or non food equipment shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 25 mm (1 inch). Zip tie hose at least one inch above the rim of the sink basin.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 14, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Observed a buildup of dried residue on a few scoop stored as clean above 3 comp sink. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch- items placed in 3 comp sink.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Rust observed on metal pump components stored as clean in metal basket. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements. Repair or replace equipment.

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 buildup on equipment under makeline; above makeline. Reach in doors and handles. Interior and exterior surfaces of equipment. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment.

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 14, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 12, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed pink residue inside ice machine chute at pepsi machine in drive thru area. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers; clean equipment at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Empty ice and detail clean machine. Manager agreed to empty ice and detail clean machine.

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 6-501.111Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111; Core; Observed gnats active particularly near 3 comp sink drain. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. The presence of insects; rodents; and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by: (A) Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; (B) Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; (C) Using methods; if pests are found; such as trapping devices and (D) Eliminating harborage conditions. If issue persists; Call pest control.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

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 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.115; Core; Observed trash on the ground on the dumpster pad. A storage area and enclosure for refuse; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items; and maintained clean

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

notedCode 6-501.12 CoreCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Core; Observed food sitting on top of the floor drain under the 3 comp sink. Observed syrup spills under coke bibs. Walk in freezer floors have an accumulation of debris. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.11 Core; Observed a buildup of ice around both sides of the makeline cold top station. Physical facilities shall be maintained in 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 13, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Dried food residue on scoops stored as clean hanging above 3 comp sink. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch- items placed in 3 comp sink.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Observed a buildup of black residue inside spray nozzle above rinse basin. Observed ripped spray nozzle hanging above drain board. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements. If equipment is not easily cleanable; repair or replace equipment.

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 4-501.19 Priority FoundationCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-501.19 Priority Foundation; Observed employee actively washing dishes in soapy water solution 98F. The temperature of the wash solution in manual warewashing equipment shall be maintained at not less than 110F. Hot water added.

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 buildup on equipment under drive thru. Observed a buildup of debris on shelving above 3 comp sink. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment.

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 5-202.13Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 13, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 15, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; The walk-in freezer floor is slightly soiled with debris accumulation. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. All other surfaces observed clean. No point taken.

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

majorCode 6-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12; Priority Foundation; No paper towels were availalbe in the men's restroom. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual; disposable towels or a hand drying device. CDI- towels replaced. All other handwashing sinks were fully supplied. No point taken.

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.

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Observed intermittent dripping coming from the walk-in cooler vents. Floor was wet as a result. PIC stated that condensation forms in the vents during restocking and they had a delivery this morning. Food shall be stored in a clean; dry location and where it is not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination. Door to walk-in was closed. Monitor this drip and repair cooler if necessary.

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

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; The inside of the cabinet under the drink machine in the lobby is soiled and has debris. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean this 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 15, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 19, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Small amount of debris under the table in the drive-thru area. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean the floor under the table.

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, Mar 19, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 1, 2023

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Multiple dishes were soiled with food debris. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Dishes were sent for rewashing in 3-comp sink. ; 4-602.11; Core; Several soda nozzles and ice chute for drive-thru service were soiled with dark residues. Equipment such as ice makers and beverage dispensing nozzles shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of residue. Clean them more frequently.

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 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12; Core; In shredded cheese continers on a prep line found couple of scoops' handles touching the product. Food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food. CDI - PIC adjusted the handles.

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; Observed several plastic and metal containers that were stacked together while still wet in clean dishes area. Utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Air dry all dishes before stacking them together.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Handles and sides of hot box were soiled with food debris. Areas surrounding nozzles and ice chute of soda fountain in customer area were soiled. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; and food residue. Clean listed items more frequently.

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, Dec 1, 2023 · Original Source