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Kiwi Cafe And Smoothies

11211 Galleria Ave

Last inspected Nov 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Kiwi Cafe And Smoothies last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 3, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 95” (official score 95).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 8 inspections on record, from Dec 8, 2023 to Nov 3, 2026.
Has Kiwi Cafe And Smoothies ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 8, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Nov 3, 2026

Score 95

Official score: 95 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Certified food protection manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

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 Observation: Foods in the reach in cooler were not date marked. 3-501.17(A) RefrigeratedFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Foods in the reach in cooler were not date marked. 3-501.17(A) Refrigerated; READY-TO-EAT; TCS FOOD prepared in house and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly identified using a date marking system to indicate the day by which the FOOD shall be served or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation or open date shall be counted as Day 1. This does not apply to shellstock or individual portions packaged for sale from a bulk container upon a consumer's request. CDI: Foods were datemarked and labeled.

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 Observation: Debris and mouse feces are building up in cabinets. 4-601.11 Food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 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

Observation: Debris and mouse feces are building up in cabinets. 4-601.11 Food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; FOOD residue; and other debris.

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 3, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 22, 2026

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Certified food protection manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

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 Observation: Raw chicken was stored directly beside ready to eat foods in the reach in cooler. 3-302.11(A)(1) SeparationOther

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Raw chicken was stored directly beside ready to eat foods in the reach in cooler. 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. CDI: Raw chicken was moved and stored away from ready to eat foods.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode Observation: Multiple ready to eat veggies have been cut/sliced and have not been date marked after being held over 24 hours. 3-501.17(A)(B)(D) Ready-to-eat TCS foodFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Multiple ready to eat veggies have been cut/sliced and have not been date marked after being held over 24 hours. 3-501.17(A)(B)(D) Ready-to-eat TCS food; date marking - Pf Except for shellstock; refrigerated; READY-TO-EAT; TCS FOOD prepared in house or opened from a commercial container (except deli salads; hard cheeses; cultured dairy; preserved fish; and cured/fermented meats) and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly identified using a date marking system to indicate the day by which the FOOD shall be served or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation or open date shall be counted as Day 1. CDI: Cut/sliced veggies were date marked.

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

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Dead gnatts are building up around the floor drain below serving area. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

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 22, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 7, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Certified food protection manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

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 Observation: Raw chicken was stored beside and above ready to eat foodsOther

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Raw chicken was stored beside and above ready to eat foods; such as strawberry's and lettuce in the reach in cooler. 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P CDI: Chicken was removed from reach in cooler.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Dead gnatts are building up around floor drain at serving area. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

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 7, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 20, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Ansi approved manager was not present. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

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 —Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Sliced mushrooms that are held for over 24 hours were not date marked. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf CDI: Mushrooms were date marked.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 20, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 3, 2025

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode Observation: Ansi approved manager was not presentPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Ansi approved manager was not present; 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

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

criticalCode Observation: Foods in prep cooler # 2 are holding above 41F. Examples: Chicken 51FFood temperature

Official Wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Foods in prep cooler # 2 are holding above 41F. Examples: Chicken 51F; tomato 52F; mushrooms 54F. 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P All foods have been removed from this cooler. Repair man has been called.

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 —Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Ready to eat chicken was not date marked in standing cooler. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf CDI: Chicken was date marked.

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

notedCode Observation: Drains below sinks on the line are dirty and need to be sanitizedCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

Observation: Drains below sinks on the line are dirty and need to be sanitized; Dead gnatts are around the drains. 4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C)

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 3, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 23, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand This Area’s Scale

6 recorded violations

minorCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

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 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.12; Core; A container of chia seeds needs labeling. All working containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta shall be labeled with the common name of the food/food ingredient. CDI - Container was labeled.

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

notedCode 4-903.11(C )Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s Notes

4-903.11(C ); Core; To-go clamshell trays were stored with their food contact surfaces exposed. Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. CDI - To-go trays were inverted.

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(C ) The bottom of the double door reach in freezer has a layer of ice. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be frequently cleaned to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11(C ) The bottom of the double door reach in freezer has a layer of ice. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be frequently cleaned to avoid build up of dust; food residue or debris. Remove ice from the bottom of the double door reach-in freezer.

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 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.114; Core; The recycling dumpster is missing its drain plug. Dumpsters with drains are required to have drains. Have your landlord request a drain plug from your waste management company.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12; Core; The light shields over the 3 compartment sink have a buildup of debris in them. Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be frequently cleaned. Clean out the light shields.

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 23, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 18, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

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

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; PIC is not a certified food protection manager. The PIC shall be a CFPM. Train more employee to be CFPMs.

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

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s Notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; Hand sink in the back of the kitchen found blocked by sanitizer bucket. Hand sinks shall be maintained accessible at all times. CDI: PIC removed bucket prior to EHA prompting.

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.

Dec 8, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

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

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; PIC is not a certified food protection manager. The PIC shall be a CFPM. Train more employee to be CFPMs.

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

minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.12; Core; Utensil used for crepes found stored in room temperature water. In-use utensils shall be stored in water over 135F or on a clean piece of equipment. Ensure to store in-use utensils properly.