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Vicino's Pizza

962a Airport Blvd

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

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

May 15, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

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) Temperature controlled for safety foods stored within walk-in coolers were maintained above 41F. Ambient air of left cooler was 42F. Ambient of right cooler was 41F. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI: Walk-in cooler ambient air was adjusted by PIC and ambient air temperature registered at 37F in both walk-in coolers. Food was allowed to cool down in properly maintained cooler to 41F.

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 3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf) Tomato sauce was in cooling in deep container with a tight-fitting lid in right walk-in cooler. Pasta was cooling in a deep container with a tight-fitting lid in the left walk-in cooler. Cooling shall be accomplished using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: Placing the food in shallow pansFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf) Tomato sauce was in cooling in deep container with a tight-fitting lid in right walk-in cooler. Pasta was cooling in a deep container with a tight-fitting lid in the left walk-in cooler. Cooling shall be accomplished using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: Placing the food in shallow pans; separating food into smaller/thinner portions; using rapid cooling equipment; stirring the food in a container placed in an ice bath; using containers that facilitate heat transfer; adding ice as an ingredient; or other effective means. CDI: Lid was opened to allow for better heat exchange and ice was added to assist with cooling.

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 3-304.14 Wiping ClothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitations (C) Chlorine sanitizing solution within wiping cloth bucket had a concentration below 50 PPM. Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a concentration of 50-200 PPM. Ensure chlorine sanitizer has a concentration of 50-200 PPM.

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Flooring underneath equipment was soiled. Walls and trimming in back kitchen were soiled with food debris and dust. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Clean items listed. Repeat; half-points deducted due to noted improvements and repair of items from previous 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 23, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Disposition (P) One gallon of milk was not labeled with the date of opening. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be labeled with the date of preparation and discarded within 7 days of preparation. CDI: Label added.

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 3-305.11 Store food in a cleanContamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11 Store food in a clean; dry location; not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Container of chicken wings was stored on the floor under shelving in walk-in cooler. CDI: Wings moved above floor.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Wire racks within walk-in cooler were rusted. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair items listed.

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) Wall next to the dry storage rack was soiled with food debris. Flooring underneath equipment was soiled. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Clean items listed. 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Trimming on wall next to dry storage rack was torn. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Repair items listed.

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 23, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 9, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-304.14 Wiping ClothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitations (C) Chlorine sanitizing solution within wiping cloth bucket had a concentration below 50 PPM. Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a concentration of 50-200 PPM. Ensure chlorine sanitizer has a concentration of 50-200 PPM.

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Wire racks within walk-in cooler were rusted. Gaskets on prep cooler were torn. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair items listed.

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) Wall next to the dry storage rack was soiled with food debris. 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Light within right walk-in cooler was inoperable. Trimming on wall next to dry storage rack was torn. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Repair items listed.

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 9, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 13, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

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) Temperature controlled for safety foods stored within left walk-in cooler were maintained above 41F. Ambient air of cooler was 43-46F. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI: Walk-in cooler ambient air was adjusted by PIC and ambient air temperature registered at 37F. Food was allowed to cool down in properly maintained cooler to 41F.

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

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C) Walk-in cooler shelving was soiled with dust and food debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean shelves in walk-in cooler.

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 13, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 29, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

majorCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Tomato sauce was cooling in a deep container with a tight-fitting lid in the second walk-in cooler. Cooling shall be accomplished using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: Placing the food in shallow pans; separating food into smaller/thinner portions; using rapid cooling equipment; stirring the food in a container placed in an ice bath; using containers that facilitate heat transfer; adding ice as an ingredient; or other effective means. CDI: Lid was opened to allow for better heat exchange and ice was added to assist with cooling. EHS suggested use of cooling wands for rapid cooling.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 29, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 8, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Tomato sauce was cooling in a deep container with a tight-fitting lid in the second walk-in cooler. Cooling shall be accomplished using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: Placing the food in shallow pans; separating food into smaller/thinner portions; using rapid cooling equipment; stirring the food in a container placed in an ice bath; using containers that facilitate heat transfer; adding ice as an ingredient; or other effective means. CDI - Lid was opened to allow for better heat exchange and ice was added to assist with cooling.

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 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.115; Core; Observed some garbage bags and boxes outside of the dumpsters inside the shared dumpster enclosure. A storage area and enclosure for refuse; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Work with neighbors to ensure dumpster enclosure is 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 8, 2024 · Original Source

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