1 - Inspection
Jul 16, 2026
Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Food separated & protected
Inspector’s notes
3-302.11(A)(1) Separation; Packaging & Segregation; Raw animal food and Ready to Eat - P FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination (except when frozen in original commercial packaging) by separating raw animal FOODS during storage; preparation; holding; and display from READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH; or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as fruits and vegetables; and unwashed produce. - Walk-in cooler: observed that the shelf designated for employee food stored a container of raw shrimp on the shelf above unwashed produce. Corrected during inspection (CDI) - the raw shrimp were moved away from unwashed produce.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources. - Observed a miso soup warmer sitting near the hand sink with inadequate separation (less than 18") and with no other means to prevent water splash from the sink. Discussed the matter with the person in charge (PIC).
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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Personal cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 Effectiveness-Hair Restraints Except counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods; hostesses; and wait staff; FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wear hair restraints such as hats; hair coverings or nets; beard restraints; and clothing that covers body hair; that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. - Observed food handlers with no hair restraint; sushi line chef ties the hair with cloth but does not cover all the hair; and it is not considered effective hair restraint. Educational provided.
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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Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used
Inspector’s notes
4-205.10 Food Equipment; Certification and Classification (C) Except for toasters; mixers; microwave ovens; water heaters; and hoods; food equipment shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s intended use and certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-accredited certification program. - Observed 1 blender with the mark "household use only" and with no ANSI seal. Discussed the matter with PIC.
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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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Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned
Inspector’s notes
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. - Observed 1 of the unisex restroom's waste bin receptacles with no cover. Discussed the matter with PIC.
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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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector’s notes
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster; outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. - Observed dumpster with door open. CDI -dumpster door closed.
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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.
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Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s notes
6-304.11 Mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity shall be provided to keep rooms free of excessive heat; steam; condensation; vapors; odors; smoke; and fumes. - Observed deep fryer use without being under the hood or with sufficient ventilation capacity. Discussed the matter with PIC. First observation: no point at this time.
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 issuesOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jul 16, 2026 · Original Source