Local Restaurant Inspections for Holly Springs (NC), Apex and Fuquay-Varina (January 16th through January 30th)
Wake County health inspectors visited and inspected a total of 19 restaurants in Holly Springs (7), Apex (3) and Fuquay-Varina (9).
Rules Governing the Sanitation of Food Service Establishments
Rule (15A NCAC 18A .2662 GRADING)
(a) The grading of food establishments is based on a system of scoring. A food establishment that earns a score of at least:
(1) 90 percent shall receive a grade A;
(2) 80 percent and less than 90 percent shall receive a grade B;
(3) 70 percent and less than 80 percent shall receive a grade C.
Permits shall be immediately revoked in accordance with G.S. 130A-23(d) for food establishments receiving a score of less than 70 percent.
Holly Springs, NC, February 1, 2026
Summary Inspection Scores.
Note: Health inspector’s observations and comments are located below the Summary Inspection Scores section.
HOLLY SPRINGS (7)
ALPACA HOLLY SPRINGS | Inspection Date: 01/30/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
BELLINI ITALIAN CUISINE | Inspection Date: 01/20/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
CHILI’S GRILL BAR #1566 | Inspection Date: 01/16/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
CRISTO’S BISTRO | Inspection Date: 01/29/2026 | Score: 98.5 | Grade: A
OSTERIA G | Inspection Date: 01/27/2026 | Score: 98.5 | Grade: A
TOWN HALL BURGER | Inspection Date: 01/29/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
WENDY’S #6319 | Inspection Date: 01/16/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
APEX (3)
DOMINO’S #8925 | Inspection Date: 01/20/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
FISH HOUSE EATERY | Inspection Date: 01/16/2026 | Score: 98 | Grade: A
SHAKEY RAY’S | Inspection Date: 01/27/2026 | Score: 98.5 | Grade: A
FUQUAY-VARINA (9)
CULVER’S | Inspection Date: 01/28/2026 | Score: 98.5 | Grade: A
DELI ON MAIN STREET | Inspection Date: 01/29/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
LOS TRES MAGUEYES | Inspection Date: 01/22/2026 | Score: 97.5 | Grade: A
MAHANA FRESH #2421 | Inspection Date: 01/28/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
MY WAY TAVERN | Inspection Date: 01/28/2026 | Score: 97.5 | Grade: A
PANERA BREAD #6073 | Inspection Date: 01/20/2026 | Score: 98.5 | Grade: A
TACO BELL | Inspection Date: 01/21/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
TACOS OAXACA | Inspection Date: 01/20/2026 | Score: 99 | Grade: A
WENDY’S #1985 | Inspection Date: 01/20/2026 | Score: 98.5 | Grade: A
Inspection Observations and Corrective Actions.
HOLLY SPRINGS (10)
ALPACA HOLLY SPRINGS
109 COLLINS CROSSING RD, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27540
Inspection Date: 01/30/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
10 5-205.11 Handwash sink blocked by multiple garbage cans. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing and shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf Moved at time of inspection.
BELLINI ITALIAN CUISINE
7256 GB ALFORD HWY, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27540
Inspection Date: 01/20/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
10 6-301.11 (Pf) Soap dispenser empty at handwash sink at drink/server station. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Soap added.
43 3-304.12 (C) Observed plastic single service container stored in flour and used as a scoop. Use only a utensil/scoop with a handle and store in product with handles up and extending out of foods. No points taken.
CHILI’S GRILL BAR #1566
111 GRAND HILL PL, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27540
Inspection Date: 01/16/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
43 3-304.12 (A) Scoop and holder fell off inside ice bin of soda dispenser allowing handle to touch ice. In-use utensils in must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Removed at time of inspection since there is a second scoop and holder in same unit.
49 4-602.13; Core; Very sticky wall rack to left of dishwasher. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other surfaces.
CRISTO’S BISTRO
5217 SUNSET LAKE RD, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27540
Inspection Date: 01/29/2026
Score: 98.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
28 7-102.11 (Pf) Sanitizer spray bottle not labeled at drink station. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Labeled at time of inspection.
49 4-602.13 Black rolling cart has soil/grease build up. Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.
OSTERIA G
5160 SUNSET LAKE RD, STE 101, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27539
Inspection Date: 01/27/2026
Score: 98.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
35 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Thawing in container of water. TCS foods shall be thawed under refrigeration of 41F or less, or completely submerged under running water at a water temperature of 21 C (70 F) or below, with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow such that for ready to eat foods do not rise above 5 C (41 F) or for raw animal food are not above 5 C (410F) for more 4 hours including time placed under water. Use approved thawing methods. Pf
47 4-501.11 Badly torn gasket on reach in freezer by window. Some peeling wire shelving in walk in cooler. Equipment shall be kept in good repair.
TOWN HALL BURGER AND BEER OF HOLLY SPRINGS
301 MATTHEWS DR, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27540
Inspection Date: 01/29/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
44 4-903.12 Papertowels stored in restroom. Singleservice items may not be stored in toilet rooms.
47 4-501.11 Roll top by serve window is no longer attached to unit. Equipment shall be kept in good repair.
WENDY’S #6319
181 GRAND HILL PL, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC, 27540
Inspection Date: 01/16/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
44 4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Some minor wet stacking of a few steel containers over 3 compartment sink. Clean dishes above three compartment sink observed stacked while still wet. Equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows for air drying. No points taken.
47 4-501.11 Walk in cooler door has an over one inch gap at bottom of door (no gasket). Cooler drawer below fry station has upper gasket torn. Maintain equipment in good repair.
APEX (3)
DOMINO’S #8925
1284 W WILLIAMS ST, APEX, NC, 27502-3953
Inspection Date: 01/20/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
5 2-501.11; Priority Foundation; Facility could not locate their bodily fluid spill kit with instructions. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. CDI- educational material provided. PIC to order a new kit.
47 4-501.11; Core; Metal shelving in the warewashing and dry storage area is rusting. A coated metal shelf in the walk-in cooler is chipping and rusting. Equipment shall be kept in good repair so that it is easily cleanable. Replace shelving in the near future to avoid full point deduction.
55 6-501.12; Core; Caulking along the back of the three compartment sink against the wall is soiled with black microbial residue. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. Clean or replace caulking. All other areas observed clean. Full point not taken.
FISH HOUSE EATERY
841 PERRY RD, APEX, NC, 27502
Inspection Date: 01/16/2026
Score: 98
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
16 4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (P) The sanitizing solution in the sanitizing basin of the three compartment sink measured below the required concentration when measured. Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. The PIC manually mixed the chemical sanitizer in the three compartment sink.
47 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C) Prep unit cutting board is deeply scratched and discolored. Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. PIC advised.
48 4-204.117 Warewashing Machines, Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf) 4-501.116 Warewashing Equipment, Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration (Pf) The sanitizing solution in the sani-buckets measured below the required concentration when measured. Upon investigation, bubbles were found in the line dispensing the chemical sanitizing solution. The PIC manually added sanitizer to the sani-buckets and also bleed the lines of the automatic dispenser. Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers shall incorporate a visual means to verify that detergents and SANITIZERS are delivered or a visual or audible alarm to signal if the detergents and SANITIZERS are not delivered to the respective washing and SANITIZING cycles. Concentration of the SANITIZING solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. Pf
SHAKEY RAY’S
5160 SUNSET LAKE RD, APEX, NC, 27539
Inspection Date: 01/27/2026
Score: 98.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
43 3-304.12; Core; Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine but is only half on tray and half on top of unit. In between use utensils, such as scoops used only with non potentially hazardous foods shall be stored in a clean location.
47 4-501.11 Gasket on reach in cooler to right is badly torn. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace.
FUQUAY-VARINA (9)
CULVER’S OF FUQUAY VARINA
1860 CINEMA DR, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/28/2026
Score: 98.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
10 5-203.11(A)/5-204.11; Priority Foundation; Handsink near fryer station with raw batter area, has been removed. Paper towel and soap dispenser equipped on wall but sink and faucet are gone. Establishment is required to maintain the required number of hand washing sinks required by Law and for convenient use by employees in areas required by the NC Food Code. This handsink is required due to the batter area, and raw food handling to wash hands before changing tasks or switching from raw to ready-to-eat. Repair this handsink.
48 4-501.14 Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Frequency; Core; Three compartment sink soiled with food debris and residue buildup along sink basins and backsplash. Warewashing equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and at least every 24 hours. Clean the three compartment sink more frequently and before next use.
DELI ON MAIN STREET
604 N MAIN ST, FUQUAY VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/29/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
39 3-305.11; Core; Tray of cooked chicken cutlets sitting on trash can next to fryer. Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Tray of chicken moved during inspection.
LOS TRES MAGUEYES
401 WAKE CHAPEL RD, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/22/2026
Score: 97.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
28 7-102.11; Priority Foundation; One spray bottle of sanitizer with no label on shelf. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Bottle labeled during inspection.
41 3-304.14(B); Core; A couple of wet cloths on the prep tables and make line cooler. Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Cloths moved to sanitizer during inspection.
44 4-903.11 (A); Core; Several plates and ramekin dishes stored on table next to handsink at entrance of right side kitchen. Splash guard is broken. Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Manager stated guard was recently broken and is working to replace. Move dishes to another area until the splash guard is replaced.
49 4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils; Core; Dust buildup along vents in walk-in cooler. Outside and shelving near dish machine soiled with food residue buildup. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of a buildup of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Clean the vents more frequently, and these areas more frequently.
55 6-501.11; Core; Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Methods; Back floor tile and coved tile edges near three compartment sink cracked and coming off the wall. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Repair these tiles.
MAHANA FRESH #2421
2120 GATHERING SQUARE CT, FUQUAY VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/28/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
10 6-301.11; Priority Foundation; Handwashing Cleanser, Availability; No soap available at front handsink. Each handwashing sink shall be supplied with hand cleanser. Soap added during inspection.
MY WAY TAVERN
2136 GATHERING SQUARE CT, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/28/2026
Score: 97.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
22 3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; Small container of black beans on ice bath sitting on top of ice at 44-40F. Buttermilk and egg on another ice bath not completely submerged into ice water, at 42-39F. Maintain TCS (Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods in cold holding at 41F or less. Items warmer at top of container but at 41F or below where touching ice bath. Educated about maintaining TCS items at 41F or below and when using ice bath to ensure enough ice and water to allow food container to be submerged and match the level of the ice with the food product. Breading station broken down after lunch service and new items added, and black beans left over before dinner are discarded and replaced with beans from cooler. Suggested TPHC (Time as a Public Health Control) if items are not maintained at 41F or below. Water added to containers and food products more submerged into ice water bath during inspection.
28 7-102.11; Priority Foundation; Unlabeled spray bottle of sanitizer hanging on spice shelf near make line. Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers. Store toxic materials away from food and single-service items to protect from potential contamination. Spray bottle labeled and moved during inspection.
43 3-304.12 (A)(C); Core; Several knives stored in the middle of the flip top cooler lid with food debris. Knives on salad side of make line on clean part of the prep area. Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Knifes removed from sides of flip top coolers and taken to dish area, once cleaned knives placed onto clean portion of the prep table. Scoops in dry goods all with handle above food portions.
PANERA BREAD #6073
1330 N MAIN ST, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526-2617
Inspection Date: 01/20/2026
Score: 98.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
47 4-501.11; Core; Rusty wire shelving in small walk-in cooler and a couple of dry storage racks. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Several racks in walk-in cooler and dry storage have been replaced since previous inspection. Continue working on swapping these racks.
47 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces; Core; Cutting boards on make lines and two white cutting boards in the back with deep scores and black staining. Cutting surfaces shall be resurfaced or replaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Resurface or replace these cutting boards.
55 6-501.12; 6-501.11 Core; Floors under equipment in front line area with food debris, tile in front area falling off wall. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean these areas more frequently. Physical facilities shall be in good repair. Replace or repair these tiles. Floors have been regrouted and cleaned from previous inspection.
TACO BELL
1384 N MAIN ST, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526-2617
Inspection Date: 01/21/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
44 4-901.11(A); Core; Several clean metal containers stacked with water nested in-between the containers. Cleaned equipment shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air drying. Dishes rearranged during inspection.
49 4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core; Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils; Shelving near drive thru soda machine with some soda syrup spilled. Side of legs on make line unit with minor food debris buildup. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of a buildup of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Clean these areas more frequently. Much improvement on cleaning from previous inspection.
TACOS OAXACA
1324 N MAIN ST, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/20/2026
Score: 99
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
10 6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability; Priority Foundation; Front handsink has paper towels but no soap available. Two sinks next to each other one is for prep at bar area, the other is a handsink. Each handwashing sink shall be supplied with hand soap. Handsink at entrance of kitchen on other side of the wall supplied with soap and paper towels. Pump soap dispenser added to handsink during inspection. Ensure all handsinks are always supplied with soap and paper towels and readily available for use.
WENDY’S #1985
1374 N MAIN ST, FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526
Inspection Date: 01/20/2026
Score: 98.5
Grade: A
Observations & Corrective Actions
10 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision; Priority Foundation; No paper towels available at handsink next to three compartment sink in prep area. Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. Paper towels added to this sink during inspection.
48 4-501.14 Warewashing Equipment, Cleaning Frequency; Core; Rinse sink and backsplash area of three compartment sink soiled with food debris and greasy residue buildup. Warewashing equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils. Clean sink before next use.