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Shawarma Stop

10966 Chapel Hill Rd

Last inspected Nov 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Shawarma Stop last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 9, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 95.5” (official score 95.5).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 4 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Jul 10, 2025 to Nov 9, 2026.
Has Shawarma Stop ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 10, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

1 - Inspection

Nov 9, 2026

Score 95.5

Official score: 95.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-304.15 (A) Single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal foodOther

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.15 (A) Single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food; used for no other purpose; and discarded when damaged or soiled; or when interruptions occur in the operation (P) Employee handling and marinating raw chicken began placing pans of food from prep cooler into walk-in cooler without removing gloves. CDI: Employee's gloves were removed and hands were washed. Ensure employees remove gloves after interruptions in operations and when changing tasks.

In Plain English

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

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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) All temperature controlled for safety foods within flip-top unit were maintained above 41F (including tomatoes; hummus; chili sauce; chick peas; arugula; tazikis; and cooked vegetables). Flip-top cooler had an ambient temperature of 44F. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less when held cold. CDI: Food within lower compartment of cooler was relocated to walk-in cooler to cool to 41F. Food within top portion of unit were allowed to remain during food service but must be discarded within 4 hour of preparation (1PM). Unit doors were allowed to remain closed and ambient temperature was verified to be 41F. Ensure doors remain closed when not in-use. Check unit frequently to ensure food is maintained at 41F or less. Repeat violation.

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 3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Containers of food were stored on the floor within the walk-in cooler. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing food in a cleanContamination

Official Wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s Notes

3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Containers of food were stored on the floor within the walk-in cooler. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing food in a clean; dry location where it is not exposed to splash; dust; dirt; or other contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor. Store food above the 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.116 Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device (Pf) Facility does not have test strips present for verifying sanitizing concentration of 3-compartment sink. Test strips had been depleted prior to inspection. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. CDI: PIC displayed invoice that test strips had been ordered and are being delivered.

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 9, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 10, 2025

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 2-301.14 When to Wash (P) One employee came indoors from outside and immediately put on gloves without handwashing. Employees hands shall be washed during food preparationHandwashing

Official Wording

Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector’s Notes

2-301.14 When to Wash (P) One employee came indoors from outside and immediately put on gloves without handwashing. Employees hands shall be washed during food preparation; as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross-contamination when changing tasks. CDI: REHS instructed employee to wash hands and reminded PIC of when handwashing is necessary. Ensure employees wash hands during any change in task or when contamination occurs.

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.

More about handwashing problems
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 (TCS) foods within walk-in cooler and flip-top unit were maintained above 41F. Ambient temperature of walk-in cooler fluctuated from 40F-45F. Flip-top cooler had an ambient temperature of 44F-45F. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less when held cold. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less when held cold. CDI: After consultation with Wake County environmental health manager Daryl Beasley; food maintained at or below 45F was allowed to be used and placed into reach-in freezer and other available cooler when possible. All ready-to-eat and raw foods were maintained below 45F within walk-in cooler. Ready-to-eat foods on flip-top cold well were maintained above 45F and were voluntarily discarded by PIC. Repair technician was called immediately by PIC and technician arrived to repair units during inspection.

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 7-204.11 SanitizersChemicals

Official Wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s Notes

7-204.11 Sanitizers; Criteria - Chemicals (P) Quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution in 3-compartment sink had a concentration greater than 400 PPM. Quaternary ammonia sanitizer shall have a concentration of 200-400 PPM or according to manufacturer's instructions. CDI: Sanitizing solution will be manually diluted until unit is repaired. PIC called repair technician during inspection.

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
majorCode 4-301.11 CoolingFood temperature

Official Wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s Notes

4-301.11 Cooling; Heating; and Holding Capacities - Equipment (Pf) Walk-in cooler and flip-top unit were maintaining food above 41F. Equipment for cooling and heating food; and holding cold and hot food shall be sufficient in number and capacity to maintain necessary food temperatures. Repair technician was called immediately and arrived during inspection. REHS will verify repair of the walk-in cooler and flip-top cooler by 7/10/2025.

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 —Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s Notes

6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Employee food and personal items were stored with facility items within walk-in cooler and dry storage areas. Store employee items in designated areas where contamination of facility equipment and food cannot occur. Relocate employee items to designated 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, Jul 10, 2025 · Original Source

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