Local Restaurant Inspections for Holly Springs, Apex, and Fuquay-Varina (July 1 through July 15)

It was a busy two weeks for health inspectors with a total of 27 restaurants visited and inspected. Inspection scores range from 86 to 100.

Jul 21, 2025

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.

Summary Scores.

Note: Health inspector’s observations and comments are located below the Summary Scores section.

HOLLY SPRINGS (7 Restaurants)

APEX (16 Restaurants)

FUQUAY-VARINA (4 Restaurants)

Note: Health inspector’s observations and comments for each establishment are located below.

Inspection Observations and Corrective Actions.

HOLLY SPRINGS (7 Restaurants)

BELLINI ITALIAN
7256 GB Alford Hwy, Holly Springs, 27540
Inspection Date: 07/15/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

47 4-501.11 Wire shelving in walk in cooler starting to rust and paint peeling. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace.

56 6-501.14 Clean vent and surrounding ceiling by side kitchen entrance area. Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.

CORBETT'S BURGERS & SODA BAR
7224 GB Alford Hwy, Holly Springs, 27540
Inspection Date: 07/15/2025
Grade: A
Score: 96.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

22 3-501.16(A)(2) Priority- Hot dogs in reach in cooler are 44-45F. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. Thermostat adjusted at time of inspection.

49 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Cleaning needed of bottom wire shelf in back by mop sink area. Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. No points taken.

56 6-501.14 Cleaning needed of vent and ceiling area near front kitchen area. Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.

FRANKIE FRANKK'S
Pushcart located at 1719 Avent Ferry Road, Holly Springs, NC.
Inspection Date: 07/09/2025
Grade: A
Score: 100

Observations and Corrective Actions

None noted.

GREEK BASMA
7272 GB Alford Hwy, Holly Springs, 27540
Inspection Date: 07/07/2025
Grade: A
Score: 98

Observations and Corrective Actions

6 2-401.11 (A) Employee drink on prep table in back while prepping tomatoes. Employees’ beverages shall be stored covered and below and away from food, food preparation surfaces, and clean food equipment/utensils.

44 4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Plastic containers stacked wet on shelf over 3 compartment sink. Equipment shall be stored in a self draining position that allows for air drying.

47 4-501.11 Reach in freezer in back is starting to freeze up, heavy ice build up. Maintain equipment in good repair. Evaluate so unit does not freeze fans from turning or block air flow if evaporator freezes up more.

49 4-601.11 (B) and (C) Cleaning needed of interior empty cooler unit to right of grill. Non-food contact services shall be clean to sight and touch.

55 6-501.114 Unused/broken cooler to right of grill. Remove all items from the establishment that are not necessary for its operation. You may keep unit if its interior is cleaned and you may use as storage. No points taken.

MELLOW MUSHROOM
124 Collins Crossing Rd, Suite 101, Holly Springs, 27540
Inspection Date: 07/10/2025
Grade: A
Score: 97

Observations and Corrective Actions

22 3-501.16(A)(2) Wings cooling are at 68F on cooling rack in kitchen. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. Wings moved to walk in cooler.

33 3-501.15 When cooling hot foods, use rapid cooling equipment such as walk-in cooler or freezer. Moved to walk in cooler. Points taken on 22.

MICHELANGELOS
7280 GB Alford Hwy, Holly Springs, 27540
Inspection Date: 07/07/2025
Grade: A
Score: 96.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

2 2-102.12 (A) No person in charge with food protection manager certification was present during inspection. At least one supervisor/manager shall be a certified food protection manager by passing a test (such as ServSafe) that is part of an ANSI accredited program. This certified person shall be on-site at all times during operation.

10 5-205.11 Hand sink to left of walk inc oooler had sheet pan being stored on top. Handwashing sinks shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Corrected During Inspection - Removed.

47 4-202.11 Plastic lid on shredded cheese cracked and piece missing. Multiuse food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. Disposed of at time of inspection. No points taken.

49 4-601.11 (B) Some cleaning for build-up on wire shelves over make line and walk in cooler wire shelves. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

SUPABOWLZ CAFE
150 W Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, 27540
Inspection Date: 07/08/2025
Grade: A
Score: 96.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

23 3-501.18 Spicy crab that was properly date marked but exceeded the 7 day shelf life and had not yet been discarded. Foods that are prepared/opened and maintained at 41F or below may be held no more than 7 days. Foods were discarded during inspection.

44 4-901.11(A) Observed clean inverted plastic and metal food containers stacked dripping wet. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried. Completely air dry these items before stacking them.

APEX (16 Restaurants)

BASIL N SPICE
8753 Holly Springs Rd, Apex, 27539
Inspection Date: 07/15/2025
Grade: A
Score: 95

Observations and Corrective Actions

6 2-401.11 Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) -Employee water bottles and beverages were stored on top of the counter top surfaces. Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result.

20 3-501.14 Cooling (P) - Noted container of tomato curry sauce and penang curry sauce were inadequately cooling in the walk in cooler. According to staff noted containers of sauces began the cooling process around 2 to 2.5 hours prior to inspection. Notes sauces were temping between 97-102 during inspection. Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. CDI- items discarded.

22 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding (P) - Noted multiple TCS items were holding above 41 F in the walk in cooler (see temp log). Noted TCS items were reading between 43- 45 F in the walk-in cooler. Further investigation determined the ambient air for cooler was 48 F. Also found a container of rehydrated glass noodles, stored on the prep counter, reading at 46 F. Verification shall be conducted Thursday July 17th to ensure ambient air adjusted for walk in cooler. All TCS items will be stored in alternative coolers until walk-in cooler repaired. Noted glass noodles were discarded.

28 7-102.11- Noted label missing for a working spray bottle of oven cleaner. Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers. CDI- item relabeled during inspection.

33 3-501.15 Cooling Methods (Pf)-Observed an overfilled container fried tofu cooling in the work top cooler unit. Noted fried tofu was temping between 88-89 F in work top cooler. Work top coolers do not have the capacity to cool food items. Discussed breaking down food items into shallow containers and blast cooling noted items in the reach in freezer or walk in cooler prior to placing TCS items in the work top cooler. CDI- Noted tofu broken down into two containers and blast chilled in the reach in freezer.

37 3-302.12 - Noted multiple seasonings missing labels for working containers and bulk containers throughout the prep area. Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta.

39 3-305.11 - Noted a few cases of produce stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Also noted bulk containers of spices were stored on the floor near the back of the prep kitchen. Food containers stored on floor of walk in cooler. Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.

45 4-903.11(A)(C) - Noted cases of To-go containers were stored on the floor near the back of the prep kitchen. Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor.

47 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) - Noted walk-in cooler is not functioning properly. Noted walk-in cooler ambient air temping at 48 F during time of inspection. Verification for repairs will be conducted July 17th.

CAMBRIDGE VILLAGE DINING
10000 Cambridge Village Loop, Apex, 27502
Inspection Date: 07/14/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

22 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding (P) Several food items in the walk in cooler were held above 41F. The walk in cooler had a malfunction at the start of the workday.

(SEE CHART) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. Pasta was discarded. All other items were rapidly cooled.

53 5-501.17 Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered (C)
Employee restroom not equipped with a covered waste bin. Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms.

55 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Methods (C)
Replace blown bulb in ca wash area. Repair cracking and splitting flooring in the dry food storage area and worn ineffective finish in high traffic areas. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

CHICK-FIL-A APEX
1110 Beaver Creek Commons Dr, Apex, 27502
Inspection Date: 07/10/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

43 3-304.12 (A); Core; Salad topping scoop handles observed laying in some ingredients like shredded cheese. In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDI - scoop handles removed. No point taken.

47 4-501.11; Core; Gasket on drive thru cooler by drink station is torn. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Work order/replacement part is pending. No point taken.

48 4-501.14; Core; Old food residue from previous days service was observed along the top of the warewashing machine. Warewashing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, raw food, etc. shall be cleaned before use, throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils, and at least every 24 hours if used. Increase cleaning frequency.

49 4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core; Front side and door hinges of reach-in cooler by drink station at drive thru area are soiled with food residue build-up. Whipped cream residue is present on interior of cooler. The sides of some baking sheets have encrusted food residue. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency.

CHUN YANG
2828 Teachey Pl, Apex, 27523
Inspection Date: 07/14/2025
Grade: A
Score: 98.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

3 2-103.11(O); Priority Foundation; No employee health policy was available for review. Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. CDI- educational material provided. No point taken today.

5 2-501.11; Priority Foundation; No bodily fluid clean-up procedures were availalbe for review. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. CDI- provided educational material. Facility just opened. No point taken.

36 4-302.12; Priority Foundation; No food thermometer was available. A food temperature measuring device shall be provided and readily accessible. Obtain a metal stem thermometer within 10 days. EHS to follow up

45 4-903.11(A)(C); Core; Exposed, single-use cups were stored directly below the soap dispenser at handwashing sink. Store single-use articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. CDI- cups moved to appropriate location.
Single-use articles shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used.

48 4-302.14; Priority Foundation; No bleach testing paper was available to measure chlorine concentration in three comp sink.
Testing devices that accurately measure the concentration of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Obtain testing paper within 10 days. EHS to follow up.

COCINA MEXICANA LA PENA DE HOREB
2125 Ten Ten Rd, Apex, 27539
Inspection Date: 07/10/2025
Grade: A
Score: 97.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

10 6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability (Pf)
The handwashing sink by the prep area lacked soap. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with soap. ***CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION (CDI)***

41 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitations (C)
Chemical sanitizing solution was soiled with food debris. Maintain sanitizer solution for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. PIC mixed a fresh solution.

49 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
The following nonfood contact surfaces are soiled and shall be cleaned: trays at Mexican drink machines and reach in cooler fan cover. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

55 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Methods (C)
Two of three light bulbs are burnt out over the grill. The floor finish is worn and prevents adequate cleaning. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Replace blown bulbs and repair floor finish.

DALLAS FAMOUS CHICKEN N' BISCUITS
1101 E. Williams Street, Apex, 27502
Inspection Date: 07/02/2025
Grade: A
Score: 97.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

16 4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils.
The interior of the ice machine is soiled with organic build up. (4) In EQUIPMENT such as ice bins and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.
The PIC is advised to clean. ***WILL VERIFY WITHIN 3 DAYS***

36 4-204.112 Temperature Measuring Devices - Functionality (C)
The reach in cooler beside the grill does not have a temperature measuring device. Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. PIC advised.

41 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitations (C)
Several wet wiping clothes stored on counters and prep surfaces. Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. PIC placed the wet wiping clothes in a chemical sanitizing solution.

47 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)
The following items shall be repaired: exposed wood on counters and dry goods shelves, peeling edging in counters, and worn wood on cabinet doors. Equipment shall be maintained in god repair. ***REPEAT VIOLATION***

DANIEL'S RESTAURANT
1430 W Williams St, Apex, 27523-9300
Inspection Date: 07/14/2025
Grade: A
Score: 96

Observations and Corrective Actions

10 5-205.11 (A) (B); Priority Foundation; A pitcher was stored inside the handwashing sink basin on the cook line. According to the PIC, the pitcher is filled with water from the handwashing sink, and it is used for food preparation. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sinks shall remain accessible at all times. The handwashing sink is considered a dirty area, and this is not an approved water supply for food preparation. EHS recommends filling pitcher(s) with water using a prep sink prior to opening, and store pitcher(s) on the spice rack. CDI - Pitcher moved to be cleaned. Full points taken for repeat violation.

21 3-501.16(A)(1); Priority; Marinara in the hot holding unit was observed hovering just below 135F in spots. PIC indicated Marinara in reheated on stove before being placed in the hot hold unit. Temperature gauge was not fully up. Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. CDI- marinara was sent to the stove for reheating and temperature on unit was adjusted upward. No points taken today.

38 6-501.111; Core; One or two flies were observed in the kitchen. Facility just had a delivery of non-perishables before inspection and back door was open. Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests by utilizing approved methods of pest control. Keep exterior doors closed as much as possible to avoid entry or use air curtains. No point taken.

44 4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Multiple metal pans were stacked wet. Dishes and equipment shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Air dry prior to stacking. Full point taken for repeat violation.

47 4-501.11; Core; Shelving in the interior walk-in coolers is rusting and paint is chipping. This affects cleanability and flakes of paint or rust may contaminate food. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Replace shelving in the near future.

4-501.12; Core; The cutting boards on the cook line are scored and stained. Cutting surfaces shall be resurfaced or replaced once no longer easily cleanable. PIC has new ones on order and are due to arrive in the next few weeks.

49 4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Fan guards inside tall salad prep unit have some dust/debris accumulation. Front sides of makeline reach-in units and pizza prep unit need more cleaning. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Increase cleaning frequency.

FIRST WATCH #6037
1280 W Williams St, Apex, 27502
Inspection Date: 07/02/2025
Grade: A
Score: 93

Observations and Corrective Actions

16 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Numerous metal containers stored as clean were soiled with dried food residue and debris. Food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Items moved to be thoroughly cleaned. Full points taken for repeat violation.

22 3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; Several TCS foods on makeline fliptop unit were over 41F (see temp chart). Some foods were piled too high inside unit to maintain proper temperature. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. CDI- foods moved to walk-in freezer to flash cool. Ensure cooler lids are kept closed when possible and food is not overstocked.

33 3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Gravy was placed in a deep container with a lid and left in the walk-in cooler. Gravy measured 135 - 140F. Cooling shall be accomplished by placing food in shallow pans, in thinner portions and left uncovered to cool if protected from overhead contamination. Ice wands may be used in liquid foods. CDI- gravy was reportioned into two smaller pans, placed inside a container with ice and put back in the walk-in to cool. Ensure proper cooling methods are followed. Full point taken for repeat violation.

42 3-302.15; Core; Multiple avocados were observed cut with produce stickers still present on skin. Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use and remove any stickers or wrappings.

43 3-304.12 (A); Core; Yogurt scoop handle was observed laying inside yogurt in makeline fliptop unit. In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDI- scoop was removed and placed in a bowl. No point taken

44 4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Several containers were stacked while still wet on the clean equipment shelf. Some were soiled. Equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. Ensure equipment/utensils are properly stored to prevent microbial growth. Full point may be taken for repeat violations in the future.

49 4-601.11(C); Core; Inside of makeline unit has food debris on the bottom. Fan covers in walk-in cooler have dust accumulation. Keep nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid accumulation of dust, food residue or other debris. Increase cleaning frequency.

FRATELLI'S DELICATESSEN
1481 Richardson Rd, 107, Apex, 27523
Inspection Date: 07/07/2025
Grade: A
Score: 97.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

8 2-301.14 (F)(H); Priority; Observed an employee place raw chicken on the grill top. Old gloves were discarded and employee then reached for new gloves without washing hands. Hands shall be washed before donning gloves to work with food. Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. CDI- employee was instructed to wash hands before donning new gloves. Handwashing education provided.

38 6-501.111; Core; Two flies were observed in the back prep area. Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests by utilizing approved methods of pest control. Facility is kept clean. No point taken.

49 4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core; Observed grease and residue on the top of the oven. Old sticker residue is present on deli case shelving. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency. All other surfaces were observed clean. Full point not taken.

55 6-501.11; Core; The back wall along the warewashing sink is peeling and has water damage. PIC said a repair is scheduled soon. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Have wall repaired with a nonabsorbent/smooth material. No point taken today.

HARRIS TEETER 335 STARBUCKS
2810 Teachey Pl, Apex, 27523
Inspection Date: 07/07/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

55 6-501.12; Core; Floor drain under ice machine is soiled with residue and refuse, including discarded single-use items. The floor near and behind reach-in cooler is soiled. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

JM PEAK PLAZA #3080
1761 NC-55 Hwy, Apex, 27523
Inspection Date: 07/10/2025
Grade: A
Score: 98

Observations and Corrective Actions

38 6-501.111; Core; Numerous flies present near mop sink and some observed in prep area. Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Eliminate harborage conditions and keep facility clean to reduce their number. Utilize approved methods of pest control.

49 4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core; Fan covers in the walk-in cooler have debris and dust on them. Top of freezer has dust accumulation. Inside of freezer has food residue. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Increase cleaning frequency. Full point may be taken for repeat violations.

55 6-501.12; Core; Observed food debris under deli case. Mop sink is heavily soiled and wet, especially in the corners. This is likely contributing to the presence of flies. Physical facilities shall be kept clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

KYLIN ASIAN CUISINE
2143 Ten-Ten Rd, Apex, 27539
Inspection Date: 07/10/2025
Grade: A
Score: 96.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

16 4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils (Pf)
Several knives stored on the magnetic knife block were observed with food debris and residue. The food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean to sight and touch. Removed knives for cleaning. ***CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION (CDI)***

41 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitations (C)
A wet wiping cloth was observed stored on the side of a cart in the kitchen and bucket of sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. Clothes were moved to a sanitizing solution and sanitizing stored on shelf. ***CDI***

43 3-304.12 In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C)
A prep knife was observed stored in between the flip top doors on the cookline. This area is not clean. Store utensils on a clean surface in the preparation area when not in use.***CDI***

47 4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
The shelves are lined with cardboard. Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material.

49 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
The exterior sides and handles of equipment are soiled with food debris and build up. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Increase cleaning frequency.

55 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions (C)
The floor behind the cookline has food debris and the entryway curtains are soiled. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning frequency. Clean behind the cookline and wash curtains.

MCDONALD'S #17721
900 US 64 Hwy W, Apex, 27523
Inspection Date: 07/09/2025
Grade: A
Score: 100

Observations and Corrective Actions

None noted.

SOBOL
1451 Richardson Rd, Suite 124, Apex, 27523
Inspection Date: 07/09/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

41 3-304.14(E); Core; Sanitizer bucket stored above clean equipment. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. CDI- bucket relocated to lower shelf.

56 6-403.11; Core; Employee water bottle was stored directly above prep area with active prep occurring. Designated areas shall be used for the storage of employee food, drink and personal items where contamination of clean equipment, facility food, singleservice articles and linens cannot occur. CDI- bottle relocated to lowest shelf.

SUSHI IWA APEX
2026 Creekside Landing Dr, Apex, 27502
Inspection Date: 07/08/2025
Grade: A
Score: 92.5

Observations and Corrective Actions

15 3-302.11 (A)(1)(2); Priority; Observed cooked eel below raw fish in the sushi reach-in cooler. Raw fish was placed above vegetables in the walk-in cooler. Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables to prevent cross contamination. CDI- foods rearranged.

22 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Multiple fish products and raw beef were observed holding above 41F. Refer to temperature chart. TCS foods shall be held at 41F or below in refrigeration. Keep cooler lids/doors closed, add bags of ice/ice underneath as needed, and do not fill foods above the fill line in makeline fliptop. CDI - excess beef was moved to walk-in cooler from fliptop unit. Fish was moved to the freezer to rapidly cool down. Ambient temperature of sushi display case was observed at 38F. Full points taken for repeat violation.

24 3-501.19; Priority Foundation; Sushi rice held on time control. No timestamp present on rice prepared this morning. According to TPHC procedures, rice shall be marked with the time removed from temperature control, and it shall be held for 4 hours maximum. CDI - rice voluntarily discarded.

3-501.19 (A)(1); Priority Foundation; No TPHC procedures were available for review. Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). CDIprovided a TPHC form during inspection to be filled out and retained in the establishment.

33 3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Recently prepared shrimp tempura stored in the walk-in cooler was wrapped tightly with plastic wrap. Once 135F or less is reached, active cooling shall begin. When cooling foods, use rapid cooling equipment (walk-in cooler/freezer), small/thin portions, loosely cover or leave uncovered if no potential overhead contamination, use metal pans (if able), ice baths, and stir frequently to distribute heat. This allows for air flow. CDI - wrapping was opened to allow faster cooling. Full point taken for repeat violation.

36 4-203.12 (B); Priority Foundation; Sushi display cooler and a reach-in cooler thermometer were registering ambient air temperatures well below freezing. Ambient air and water thermometers shall be accurate to +/- 3F. Ambient air was actually in the upper 30s. CDI- broken thermometers were removed and discarded by PIC.

4-204.112 (B); Core; Refrigeration units mentioned above are in need of accurate thermometers. Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in all cold/hot holding equipment.

37 3-302.12; Core; Sugar, salt and chicken granules on the cookline were not labeled. Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. CDI- labels added. No point taken.

47 4-501.11; Core; Green-coated metal shelving in the walk-in cooler is rusting and chipping. This affects cleanability and chipping paint may contaminate exposed food. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Replace metal shelving in the near future. Do not attempt to repaint this equipment. No point taken today.

TACO BELL
1205 Laura Village Rd, Apex, 27523-7140
Inspection Date: 07/02/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

47 4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Bottom shelf of work top is line with cardboard. Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. Remove cardboard.

49 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
The hotbox handles, interior, gaskets, and top are soiled with food residue and dust. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Increase cleaning frequency. ***REPEAT VIOALTION***

55 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Floors along cookline, under equipment, and throughout the establishment are soiled with food debris and build up. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

FUQUAY-VARINA (4 Restaurants)

ANGADI CAFE DELI
405 E Broad St, Fuquay Varina, 27526
Inspection Date: 07/15/2025
Grade: B
Score: 86

Observations and Corrective Actions

1 2-103.11(A-P) Person in Charge Duties are not being adequately addressed. PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. -Pf Handwashing sink is not being used. Food is not maintain at safe temperature. Thermometer is not available to check food temperatures and there is no verification if chicken cooked from raw reaches 165 degrees F minimum. Refrigerated food in the upright refrigerator is not 41F as required and several other foods are left at room temperature, including shell eggs that are 91 degrees F.

8 2-301.14 (H) Employees are not washing hands. Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P Wash hands with soap in the handwashing sink when entering the truck, after obtaining raw chicken, before putting on gloves, etc. Direct employees to wash hands properly. Assure handwashing sink has needed supplies.

10 5-205.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Handsink blocked by tray of spices at beginning of inspection. This was observed during the last inspection also. Handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Spices removed during inspection, but then jug of spices was stored in front of the sink later.

6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability (Pf) No Soap is available for handwashing. Today I used dish detergent that is stored on the floor. Provide soap at the handwashing sink.

6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf) No Paper Towels are available at the handwashing sink. Today I used napkins stored near the window. Add paper towels to the towel dispenser, replace the dispenser with another unit if needed. Keep paper towels available at the handwashing sink.

16 4-601.11(A) Cutting Boards are not clean. Refrigerator Lid and upper surfaces are not clean. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Effectively clean the cutting board and refrigerator lid by bringing them into the commissary for cleaning. Clean all upper surfaces of the refrigerator.

22 3-501.16(A)(2) Flat of Shell Eggs 91 degrees F, held on the shelf under the counter. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P . . . Upright Avantco Refrigerator is not holding food at 41F as required: Rice 55F, Potato 53.8F, Goat in rice & tomato 53F, Raw Chicken 53.7F, Sauce for Dosa 50F, Yogurt 51F. . . . Raw Chicken in white sauce in the bottom of the make-line refrigerator is not at required temperature. Today we discussed holding food hot when possible since there is a steam table and hot holding cabinet that are not in use. Also discussed implementing an ice bath. Correction is required to maintain food at safe temperature.

23 3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) Several pans of prepared food does not have the date on it. The day the food is prepared should be on the pan, unless the food is prepared and used on the same day. Consider using masking tape for the pans, but stickers on the plastic wrap is also acceptable. discussed today

33 4-301.11 Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities - Equipment (Pf) There is not enough refrigeration inside the mobile food unit. There is a walk in cooler at the commissary, but food is left at room temperature inside the food truck and main upright refrigerator is not holding food at 41F as required. Correction is required to address the lack of cold holding equipment. Consider the alternative: to hold food hot. There is a steam table with three wells and a hot holding cabinet that are not used where hot rice, etc could be maintained at safe temperature. Contact inspector with corrective action taken.

36 4-302.12 No Thermometer is available to check food temperature. Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods such as chicken that is being cooked.-Pf . Owner ordered a thermometer during today's inspection.

37 3-302.12 Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C) Salt and Flour stored on the floor in uncovered containers are not labeled. Other dry foods are not labeled. Add the common name to each dry food container.

38 6-202.15 House Fly is active on the cilantro and onions. Mosquito bit me during inspection. Protect outer openings of establishment from insect entry. Maintain the interior free of flies, etc.

39 3-305.11 Uncovered pans of flour and salt are stored directly on the floor. Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.

40 2-303.11 Prohibition - Jewelry (C) Employee should not wear bracelets while working with food.

47 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces (C) Cutting Boards are rough and dark. Cutting Boards are not considered clean or cleanable. Scrub or sand the top surface to remove the rough surface and assure cutting boards are clean before each day's use.

4-502.11 (A) and (C) Good Repair -Utensils (C) Large Plastic Bowl used to microwave rice is cracked, broken. Discard this bowl. Provide intact cleanable food container.

49 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Refrigerators, shelves, steam table, counter top, surfaces, etc are not clean. Clean all equipment and surfaces.

55 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency (C) Walls and floor are not clean. Interior of the mobile food unit needs cleaning.

Additional Comments

Wash cilantro before use. Wash onions before cutting.

DADDY D'S BBQ
1526 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, 27526
Inspection Date: 07/09/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

49 4-602.13 Cleaning needed of wire shelves outside walk in cooler (oil dripping). Nonfood contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

55 6-501.12 Dry storage trailer needs cleaning and minor trash removed under bottom shelves. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

HARDEE'S #1655
1560 N Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, 27526
Inspection Date: 07/02/2025
Grade: A
Score: 98

Observations and Corrective Actions

22 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority;vOrange juice bottles and creamer in reach in cooler by drive thru window are above 41F. Temperature control for safety foods shall be maintained at 41 F or less. Items moved to functioning cooler. Note: evaporator frozen.

45 4-903.11(A)(C) Case of cups on storage room floor. Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor.

49 4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Some cleaning needed of exterior of empty cooler by walk in cooler. Non-food contact surface shall be clean to sight and touch. No points taken.

SUBWAY #42484
3429 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, 27526
Inspection Date: 07/09/2025
Grade: A
Score: 99

Observations and Corrective Actions

39 3-305.12; Core; Ice buildup along vent in walk-in cooler with open box of food stored on shelves below ice. Side of one box with ice on side of box. Food shall be protected from sources of contamination. Manager stated ice buildup occurred after recent heavy rainstorm and unsure of where leak is from. Boxes moved during inspection. Recommend adding sheet tray or container under this side to protect food from contamination.

47 4-501.11; Core; Dripping from walk in freezer unit causing ice buildup. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Boxes of food moved during inspection. Repair this leak or source of water dripping to protect food from contamination.

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