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Taipei Cafe

9825-G Chapel Hill Rd

Last inspected May 15, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

May 15, 2026

Score 90.5

Official score: 90.5 · Understand this area’s scale

9 recorded violations

notedCode 3-301.11Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed

Inspector’s notes

3-301.11; Priority Foundation; Observed team member cutting RTE green onion with bare hands. Food employees may not contact exposed; ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue; spatulas; tongs; single-use gloves; or dispensing equipment-Item discarded. Manager provided training- team member washed hands and donned gloves.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

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notedCode 6-301.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11; Priority Foundation; No soap available at the only hand sink inside kitchen. Each handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid; powder; or bar soap. 6-301.12; Priority Foundation; Hand Drying Provision Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: (A) Individual; disposable towels; Pf (B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf or (C) A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or (D) A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity; pressurized air at ambient temperatures. P

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 4-702.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-702.11; Priority; Observed dishes not immersed in sanitizer solution while owner was actively washing dishes inside vegetable sink with no soap and a scubber. Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning. Cutting board and pan still soiled with residue. EHS placed items in dish machine. 4-602.11; Core; Observed light residue on white panel in ice machine. 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. 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Observed dead bug on cutting board; dried food residue on knives; food prep sink;can opener blade and pans 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.

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notedCode 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; Observed dumplings; housemade sauce; cut cabbage; egg rolls holding above 41F. TCS food shall be held at 41F or below. Items discarded.

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 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; Observed some improvement in date marking. Observed pan of crab sticks; cooked beef; cooked tofu; egg noodles.cooked pork held inside reach in without date marking. Ready to eat ; Potentially hazardous food (Time/temperature for food safety food )prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises; sold; or discarded; based on the temperature and time combinations specified below. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. All items dated. 3-501.18; Priority; Observed tofu in water opened on 5/4/26. Food shall be discarded if it: (1) Exceeds the temperature and time combination; except time that the product is frozen; P (2) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (3) Is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds a temperature and time combination as specified. Item discarded.

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.

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notedCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Observed a large bowl of beef cooling at room temperature. Cooling shall be accomplished by: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans (2) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions (3) Using rapid cooling equipment 1) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; or loosely covered; or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination. Item placed on sheet pan and placed inside walk in.

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 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Observed uncovered fried wonton wrappers in dry storage. Uncovered cut broccoli; onions; and mushrooms in bulk bins inside walk in. 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 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Cover foods held in storage.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Observed thick debris on handles of reach in on the line. Observed grease/ dust on top shelf on the line. 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 6-501.12 CoreCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Core; Observed a buildup on floors under equipment. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as 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, May 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 16, 2025

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 3-202.15Contamination

Official wording

Food in good condition; safe & unadulterated

Inspector’s notes

3-202.15 ; Priority Foundation; Observed open bulk can on oyster sauce with pieces metal fragments around the can. Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants- item discarded. After opening; store canned foods inside food grade containers.

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 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed thick black debris inside ice machine. 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. 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Observed dried food residue on knives and peelers stored on magnet above food prep 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 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; Observed egg rolls sitting at room temperature holding above 41F. TCS food shall be held at 41F or below. Items discarded.

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 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; Date marking system not available. Observed open package of bean sprouts; cooked pork; beef; chicken; egg noodles; imitation crab; cut cabbage; cooked whole duck; cooked garlic; pork belly cooked chicken cooked tofu; raw tofu ect... Ready to eat ; Potentially hazardous food (Time/temperature for food safety food )prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises; sold; or discarded; based on the temperature and time combinations specified below. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. All items dated.

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.

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notedCode 7-102.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Observed unlabeled red chemical inside bottles. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material- items labeled.

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 3-501.13Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector’s notes

3-501.13 ; Priority Foundation; Observed several raw whole ducks stacked inside food prep sink to thaw at room temperature. Potentially hazardous food (Time/temperature for food safety food ) shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41F or below B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 70F or below. Items placed under running water.

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 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; Observed insert inside rice cooker chipped/ damaged. Replace insert. A) Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be: (1) Smooth; Pf (2) Free of breaks; open seams; cracks; chips; inclusions; pits; and similar imperfections. 4-501.12; Core; Observed scored cutting boards with black staining present. 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. Items discarded.

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 16, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 5, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) The following items are damaged and shall be repaired or replaced: rusty storage throughoutCleaning 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) The following items are damaged and shall be repaired or replaced: rusty storage throughout; broken/chipped dinner plates; blown bulb underneath hood; blown lights in ceiling light fixtures along cookline; dish pit; and storage areas. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. PIC advised to repair or replace listed 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.

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notedCode 4-601.11(B) and (C) Stainless steel fume hood surfaces soiled with grease build up. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C) Stainless steel fume hood surfaces soiled with grease build up. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. PIC advised to increase cleaning frequency of stainless steel surfaces of hood system. ***REPEAT VIOLATION***

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 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) Wall supporting front cash register handwashing sink has cracked; peeling; and separating drywall. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC advised to repair drywall and secure handwashing sink to the wall.

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 5, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 4, 2024

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

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; Food in right prep cooler were maintained above 41F. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI: Prep cooler was adjusted down to an ambient air of 34F and food will be voluntarily discarded by end of lunch.

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 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Core; Dumplings were cooling in prep cooler with a tight fitting lid. Food being cooled shall be loosely covered or uncovered. CDI: Coverings removed.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Fume hood was soiled with grease build up. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Fume hood is scheduled for cleaning.

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 4, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 14, 2023

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

majorCode 6-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12; Priority Foundation; Make line handwashing sink did not have paper towels. Each handwashing sink shall be supplied with hand drying provisions. CDI: Paper towels added.

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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criticalCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw fish was thawing in the poultry prep sink. Cross-contamination shall be prevented by separating types of raw animal foods during preparation. CDI: Fish was moved to seafood prep sink.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Core; Dumplings were cooling in prep cooler with a tight fitting lid. Food being cooled shall be loosely covered or uncovered. CDI: Coverings removed.

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 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Large beef prep bowl was stored in the mop sink. Multiple bowls and cups were stacked while wet. Cleaned utensils and equipment shall be stored in a clean; dry location where they are not exposed to splash. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position. Avoid storing equipment in mop sink. Store equipment to allow 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 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Fume hood was soiled with grease build up. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Fume hood is scheduled for cleaning.

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 14, 2023 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 27, 2023

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-302.11Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw fish was stored above ready-to-eat vegetables in left prep cooler. Squirt bottle of raw pooled eggs was stored directly on top of raw vegetables. Cross-contamination shall be prevented during storage by separating raw food from ready-to-eat foods. CDI: Raw food was separated. Educational material was reviewed.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; Some bottles of oil and water were not labeled. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta; working containers holding food or food ingredients shall be identified with the common name of the food. Label bottles and containers.

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
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; Fume hood was soiled with grease build up. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Fume hood is scheduled for cleaning on 10/01/2023.

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 5-501.116Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.116; Core; Grease was accumulating on ground near outdoor grease receptacle. Soiled receptacles for refuse shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil. Clean grease receptacle.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 27, 2023 · Original Source

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