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Starbucks Coffee #9364

2840 Nc Hwy 55

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

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Quick Answers

When was Starbucks Coffee #9364 last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 15, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 97.5” (official score 97.5).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 5 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 7 inspections on record, from Nov 2, 2023 to Oct 15, 2026.
Has Starbucks Coffee #9364 ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 2, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Oct 15, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

5 recorded violations

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

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; No Certified Food Protection Manager present during inspection. The PIC shall be a Certified Food Protection Manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Have a shift manager present with required credential during all hours of operation.

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 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.14; Core; Wiping cloth containers; used for cleaning steaming wands on espresso machines; had very low Quat sanitizer concentration and were very turbid/cloudy. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a properly concentrated sanitizer that is maintained clean. CDI- sanitizer was remade.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.11; Core; Torn gaskets observed on tall reach-in unit. Interior bottom of tall reach-in unit where cold brew containers are stored is damaged. The edge is buckled; presenting a crevice and no longer cleanable. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Replace gaskets and repair/replace inside of reach-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

minorCode 6-501.18Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.18; Core; Handwashing sink is soiled around the handles in the back prep area. Maintain handwashing sinks; toilets and urinals clean.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12; Core; Wall near handwashing sink in back prep area is soiled. Visible residue accumulation observed under sanitizer and soap dispenser wall mounts behind 3 comp sink. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. Clean these areas.

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, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 19, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

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

Official Wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s Notes

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.11; Core; Torn gaskets observed on tall reach-in unit and on a small reach-in unit under espresso machine. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Replace gaskets in near future.

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

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core; Food residue observed on black shelf next to pastry oven where tongs are stored. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust; dirt; food residue and other debris accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency. All other surfaces observed clean. Full point not taken.

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, Feb 19, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 24, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16(A)(2)Food temperature

Official Wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; Two cartons of half and half measured between 47 - 53F inside the reach-in cooler at drive through. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. CDI- cartons moved to freezer to flash cool. Leave dairy in refrigeration when not being poured to avoid temperature abuse.

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)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core; Some milk residue observed on the bottom of the tall reach-in cooler. PIC said cleaning is scheduled for tonight. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust; dirt; food residue and other debris accumulation. Clean this unit. All other surfaces observed clean. No point taken.

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 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 9, 2025

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11 (A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Yellow; pink; and orange pitcher lids; 'for here' white mugs; a spoon; and multiple clear; small glass containers stored as clean sticky to the touch and soiled with brown residue; coffee grounds and debris. Food-contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Items moved for thorough cleaning at the 3-compartment sink.

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 6-501.111Pests

Official Wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.111; Core; Fruit flies present in the front prep area and the dining area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Increase pest control measures.

In Plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s Notes

5-205.15; Core; The back handwashing sink's hot water handle does not function properly. The handle has to be pushed down hard to work; and even when it is turned in the off position; it continually drips. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair handwashing sink handle. Work order placed during inspection.

In Plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 9, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 8, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-602.11; Core; Ice machine baffle soiled with pink accumulation. Ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.; 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Yellow; pink; and orange pitcher lids stored as clean sticky to the touch and soiled with brown residue. Small glass containers stored as clean soiled with coffee grounds and debris. Food-contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Items moved for thorough cleaning at the 3-compartment sink.

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

criticalCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official Wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Two cartons of half & half holding above 41 F in the cold bar fridge and the drive through fridge. Refer to temperature chart above. Ambient temperature of the coolers at time of inspection: 41 F. TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods shall hold at 41 F or below. CDI - Half & half moved to cool in the tall-reach in cooler.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 6-501.111Pests

Official Wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.111; Core; Black and fruit flies present in the kitchen and dining area. The premises shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. Increase pest control measures.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.11; Core; One of the warming refrigerators is in dis-repair. Equipment shall be in good repair and proper adjustment. Work order placed prior to 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, Aug 8, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 15, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-602.11; Core; Ice machine baffle soiled with pink accumulation. Ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s Notes

5-205.15; Core; The drain in the sanitizer vat at the 3-compartment sink is clogged. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Ticket created prior to inspection; and ticket will be completed within 24 hours. Sanitizer is being prepared by hand until the drain is repaired. Repair clogged drain.

In Plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 15, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 2, 2023

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official Wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s Notes

3-305.11; Core; Boxes of food stored on the floor. Store at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

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

minorCode 4-501.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.14; Core; Sprayer nozzle at the three-compartment sink soiled with debris. Ware-washing equipment shall be cleaned before use; throughout the day at a frequency to prevent recontamination of equipment as well as at least every 24 hours when used.

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 2, 2023 · Original Source