1 - Inspection
Oct 22, 2026
Official score: 95 · Understand This Area’s Scale
12 recorded violations
Official Wording
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Inspector’s Notes
5-205.11 A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf - Salad prep cooler area: observed a bucket of towels stored in the hand sink. Corrected during inspection (CDI): The bucket of towels was removed from the hand sink.
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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Food separated & protected
Inspector’s Notes
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P) (A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P - Observed ready-to-eat (RTE) food being stored on the shelf under raw proteins in this area: cooked noodles under raw crab mix. CDI - the RTE food restored above raw protein. Repeat. Improvement observed no point at this time. Repeat.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector’s Notes
4-601.11(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P 4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Frequency (E) Surfaces of UTENSILS and EQUIPMENT contacting FOOD that is not TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD shall be cleaned:(1) At any time when contamination may have occurred - Observed Dishwasher with chlorine concentration of less than 50 ppm at the end of the cycle run. CDI - reprimed the dishwasher and rewashed; rechecked with chlorine at 100 ppm. Repeat. - Observed a cleaned strainer with food residue still on it and also the whisk-stirrer with black stains. CDI - rewashed the stirrer and the strainer. - The ice machine bin's ceiling has a buildup of black stains that needs cleaning. - Observed cabbage residue on the cleaned blade of the coleslaw blender/chopper. CDI - the coleslaw blender's blade was cleaned.
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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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s Notes
7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf)Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf 7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations; diluting as required.-P Chlorine sanitizer concentration shall be within 50-200ppm and not to exceed 200 ppm. - Observed cleaning powder (pink soap) and a spray bottle of clear solution in a working container with no label. CDI label provided. - Observed chlorine sanitizer with a concentration higher than 200ppm( too strong). CDI chlorine sanitizer diluted to 100ppm. Repeat.
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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Food properly labeled: original container
Inspector’s Notes
3-302.12 Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)Label all working containers of food (oils; spices; salts; flour; sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed sugar and ground peppers in a working container with no label. CDI- label provided.Repeat.
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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Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display
Inspector’s Notes
3-303.12(B)(C)(D) Unpackaged food may not be stored in direct contact with undrained ice except: whole raw fruits or vegetables; cut raw vegetables such as celery; carrots; or potatoes; tofu; and raw poultry and raw fish received immersed in ice. - Observed raw shrimp stored in direct contact with undrained ice. Discussed the matter with 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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Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used
Inspector’s Notes
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P; (B) Durable; Corrosion-Resistant; (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable; and (E) Resistant to damage. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed cabbage chopper blade with crevices( food contact surface) that is hard to clean and needs to be replaced. Also the cover of this machine with cracked surfaces. - Observed a standing freezer(near batter's station) with a gasket in poor repair. Repeat. 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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Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s Notes
4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. - Observed black stain accumulation on the coleslaw blender. Discussed the matter with the person in charge (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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Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned
Inspector’s Notes
6-302.11 Toilet Tissue; Availability (Pf) - Observed the male employee's restroom without toilet tissue. CDI - toilet tissue provided.
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
5-501.115 Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C) - Observed grease traps with grease accumulation on the top lid and on the ground; that area needed cleaning. Discussed the matter with the PIC.
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.
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Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.11 PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair. - Observed the female employee’s restroom with the ceiling surface peeling off.
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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Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
6-403.11 Designated Areas - Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking / smoking (C) - Observed employee food stored in the standing cooler without a properly designated area. Discussed the matter with the PIC.
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, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source