Restaurant · Wake County, NC

The Factory Ice House Snack Bar

Name: The Factory Ice House Snack Bar
Address: 1839-200 S Main St, Wake County, NC

1839-200 S Main St

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; The person in charge is not a certified food protection manager. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Ensure the person that is left in charge is a certified food protection manager. CDI- Emailed PIC a website link of current accredited CFPM courses.

In plain English

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

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 7-202.12Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-202.12; Priority; Found a can of "Hot Shot- Ant; Roach; and Spider Killer" on lower shelf with label stating "For residential use only". Poisonous or toxic materials shall be used according to manufacturer's use directions included in labeling; and; for a pesticide; manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food establishment. CDI- Hot Shot can was removed.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 5, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 7-102.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Identifying label was missing on spray bottle of Fabuloso. Working containers of toxic/poisonous chemicals taken from bulk shall be labeled with the common name of the chemical. CDI- Bottle was 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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

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; Lids for disposable cups and popcorn containers found stored at counter where they may be exposed to consumer contamination. Single-service and single-use articles shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. Keep these items in original packaging or store on opposite counter at the makeline to protect from consumer 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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; A deep clean is needed on the floor under the 3-compartment sink to remove the accumulated residue. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning frequency to the floor in 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, Jun 5, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 2, 2024

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 2, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 16, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

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; There is icee syrup stains on the cabinet door under the icee machine and inside the cabinet as well and the heat lamp covers need wiping down due to a buildup of oil. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be claned as often as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil residues. Clean these 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

minorCode 6-501.18Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-501.18; Core; The undersides of the urinals need cleaning due to a slight buildup of residue. Plumbing fixtures such as handwashing sinks; urinals and toilets shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean the urinals more frequently. **Some of the toilet seats in the women's restroom are badly chipped/pocked - replace them so that they remain easily cleanable.

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 6-403.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-403.11; Core; An employee drink (blue raspberry icee) was stored on the freezer chest. Employee food/drinks shall be stored in a manner that prevents the contamination of the establishment's food and supplies. CDI- Drink was moved to employee drink storage area.

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, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source