South Wake Restaurant Inspections: Holly Springs (NC), Apex & Fuquay-Varina (March 15th - 31st)
Holly Springs and Apex inspections show strong A grades, with recurring minor violations tied to cleaning, equipment upkeep, and daily food handling practices across kitchens
Holly Springs, NC, Apr. 4, 2026 — Health inspections conducted between March 15th and March 31st across Holly Springs and Apex continued to reflect a strong overall standard of food safety, with every establishment earning an “A” grade and scores ranging from 96.5 to 100. No inspections were reported in Fuquay-Varina during this period. The results reinforce a familiar local pattern: kitchens are largely compliant, and minor point deductions are typically tied to day-to-day execution rather than major violations.
The most common issue cited was the cleanliness of non-food-contact surfaces. Inspectors repeatedly noted the buildup of grease, food residue, and debris on shelving, cooler interiors, gaskets, and equipment exteriors. Walk-in and reach-in coolers were frequent problem areas, along with floors in prep spaces where debris and soil had accumulated.
Equipment maintenance and general facility upkeep also appeared consistently in reports. Worn gaskets, rusted or damaged shelving, and equipment in need of repair were noted, along with signs of wear in floors, cabinets, and restroom fixtures. Ventilation and ceiling areas were occasionally cited, highlighting that less-visible spaces still factor into overall sanitation.
Food storage and handling practices surfaced as another area for improvement. Inspectors observed overstacking, improper placement of utensils, and storage arrangements that could increase the risk of contamination. In isolated cases, more direct concerns were identified, including toxic substances stored above food and personal items kept in prep areas.
A smaller number of violations pointed to procedural gaps, such as wet stacking of containers and, in one instance, the absence of a certified food protection manager. These findings reflect opportunities for stronger training and adherence to established protocols.
Repeat violations, particularly around cleaning and maintenance, were noted in multiple reports, though some locations showed incremental improvement compared to prior inspections. Most issues were corrected during inspections or required straightforward fixes, and there were no signs of systemic food safety concerns.
[Note: Inspection information and grading can be found below]
Rules Governing the Sanitation of Food Service Establishments (document)
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 Inspection Scores.
Note: Health inspector’s observations and comments are located below the Summary Inspection Scores section.
Holly Springs
BLAZE PIZZA | Date: 3/19/2026 | Score/Grade: 98 A
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN | Date: 3/23/2026 | Score/Grade: 96.50 A
HAMPTON INN SUITES BREAKFAST | Date: 3/25/2026 | Score/Grade: 99 A
IHOP | Date: 3/18/2026 | Score/Grade: 99.50 A
JERSEY MIKE'S | Date: 3/19/2026 | Score/Grade: 97 A
MARCO'S PIZZA | Date: 3/23/2026 | Score/Grade: 97.50 A
MCDONALDS | Date: 3/18/2026 | Score/Grade: 99.50 A
SHEETZ | Date: 3/17/2026 | Score/Grade: 100 A
SONIC DRIVE-IN | Date: 3/20/2026 | Score/Grade: 97 A
SUBWAY | Date: 3/20/2026 | Score/Grade: 99.50 A
Apex
CULVER'S OF APEX | Date: 3/18/2026 | Score/Grade: 97.50 A
DQ GRILL | Date: 3/16/2026 | Score/Grade: 98 A
DUNKIN DONUTS | Date: 3/19/2026 | Score/Grade: 99 A
EGGS UP GRILL | Date: 3/16/2026 | Score/Grade: 98 A
HARRIS TEETER STARBUCKS | Date: 3/27/2026 | Score/Grade: 100 A
POPOVERS CAFE | Date: 3/31/2026 | Score/Grade: 99 A
RED ROBIN | Date: 3/31/2026 | Score/Grade: 98.50 A
STARBUCKS | Date: 3/24/2026 | Score/Grade: 100 A
XL SIDELINE | Date: 3/25/2026 | Score/Grade: 92 A
YAGG SII TENN | Date: 3/25/2026 | Score/Grade: 99 A
Fuquay-Varina
No health inspections were performed during the period March 15th through March 31st.
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Inspection Observations and Corrective Actions.
HOLLY SPRINGS
BLAZE PIZZA #1193
316 GRAND HILL PL HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/19/2026
Final Score/Grade: 98 A
Violations
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Gasket torn on walk in cooler. Equipment shall be kept in good repair.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-602.13 Some soil build-up on shelving and equipment. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation. Looks better than last time, half points taken.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 0.50
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - 6-501.12 Walk in cooler floor needs cleaning of food debris including several meatballs. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
DAVE’S HOT CHICKEN
114 GRAND HILL PLACE HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/23/2026
Final Score/Grade: 96.50 A
Violations
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used - 7-201.11 Bleach spray stored on wire shelf above bags of corn starch. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Moved another location.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled - 4-903.11 Lids stored on stick wall rack above 3 compartment sink. Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-901.11 Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C). Some minor wet stacking of steel pans.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Equipment, food & nonfood contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - 4-501.11 Some gaskets on reach in cooler are torn. equipment shall be kept in good repair. No points taken.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-602.13 Exterior/interior surfaces of cooler and wire shelving in walk in cooler have soil/grease build-up. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - 6-501. Floors, including walk in cooler and walk in freezer floors have soil/food build up. Physical facilities shall be maintained and clean.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
HAMPTON INN SUITES BREAKFAST HOLLY SPRINGS
1050 S MAIN ST HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/25/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99 A
Violations
Certified Food Protection Manager - 2-102.12 Facility does not have a certified Food Protection Manager at time of inspection. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information though passing a test that is part of an accredited program.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
IHOP #2130
7304 GB ALFORD HWY HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/18/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99.50 A
Violations
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - 4-101.19 Cardboard used to cover racks in walk in cooler. All surfaces exposed to contamination shall be easily cleanable and non-absorbent.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
JERSEY MIKE’S #3176
242 GRAND HILL PL HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/19/2026
Final Score/Grade: 97 A
Violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display - 3-307.11 Sliced tomatoes in walk in cooler are stacked so high it is impossible to pull the containers out without the tomatoes hitting the shelf above. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Either stack lower or adjust shelf to allow more room.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-602.13 Wire shelving in walk in cooler, inside make line units (used and unused) have food/soil debris. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation.; Repeat
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - 6-501.12 Cabinets below slicer in front area have heavy build-up of soil. Floors and walls surrounding equipment throughout facility has debris build up. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
MARCO’S PIZZA #8285
133 GRAND HILL PL HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/23/2026
Final Score/Grade: 97.50 A
Violations
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled - 4-901.11(A) Observed multiple clean plastic, inverted food containers stacked wet. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried. Completely air dry these items before stacking them.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-601.11 Reach in cooler gaskets have food/grease build-up, also walk in cooler shelves. Non-food contact services shall be clean to sight and touch.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used - 6-305.11 Cell phone on prep table. Personal items shall be kept in areas that they cannot contaminate food, wares or single service items.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
MCDONALDS #32242
7100 GB ALFORD HWY HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/18/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99.50 A
Violations
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-601.11 Some cleaning needed on equipment and shelving for grease/soil build up. Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
SHEETZ #659
1100 AVENT FERRY RD HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/17/2026
Final Score/Grade: 100 A
Violations
No violations noted.
SONIC DRIVE-IN #3975
700 CAYMAN AVE HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/20/2026
Final Score/Grade: 97 A
Violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display - 3-305.11 Case of bagged pickles stored on floor in walk in cooler. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Note: Items that are kept in closed PACKAGES may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor on racks that are designed to be non-absorbent and easily cleanable (no wood).
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - 4-501.11 Rusty wire shelves in walk in freezer, also shelves are broken. Multiple rusty and peeling paint on wire shelves in reach in coolers. Maintain equipment in good repair.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Toilets in Men’s restroom is extremely loose and needs to be tightened, Women’s room as well, though not as bad.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used - 6-501.14 Clean ceiling and vent above table in back 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.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
SUBWAY #30443
9800 HOLLY SPRINGS RD HOLLY SPRINGS NC 27540
Inspection Date: 3/20/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99.50 A
Violations
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils (C) Wire shelf in back needs cleaning. Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
APEX
CULVER’S OF APEX #730
1401 KELLY RD APEX NC 27502
Inspection Date: 3/18/2026
Final Score/Grade: 97.50 A
Violations
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible - 6-301.12; Priority Foundation; No paper towels were available at the fryer station handwashing sink. Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handwashing sink. CDI- Towels replaced.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized - 4-601.11(A); Priority Foundation; A food scoop stored as clean had food residue on it. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI- scoop removed for additional cleaning. No points taken today.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control - 3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Recently thawed cod was observed stacked too high in the fryer cooler at 56F. Quickly cool foods using methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. If foods require cooling after being thawed, ensure they are cooled to 41F within 4 hours after thawing and use rapid cooling equipment. The TCS food shall not be kept above 41F longer than 4 hours. Do not overstock product above fill lines of containers. CDI- cod was moved to the walk-in to chill and replaced with cod that was already cold. PIC indicated fish was thawed under running water shortly before inspection.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The bottom of the small prep unit was soiled with old food debris including dried lemon wedges. The bottom of the reach-in freezer has food debris as well. Speed rack in walk-in cooler has residue accumulation. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency of refrigeration equipment, especially the back of the unit. Employee started cleaning during inspection.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - 6-501.12; Core; Floor is soiled under three compartment sink/warewashing area and under different shelving units throughout kitchen. Floor drain is soiled under drive thru ice machine. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. Clean these areas more thoroughly. Full point may be taken for repeat violations. 6-501.11; Core; Cove base moulding along wall in drive thru area and corner of drive thru area is damaged. Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair. Repair wall cove base.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 0.50
DQ GRILL CHILL #24227
2105 TEN TEN RD APEX NC 27539
Inspection Date: 3/16/2026
Final Score/Grade: 98 A
Violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized - 4-602.12 Cooking and Baking Equipment (C) The interior surface of the microwave is soiled with build up. The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning procedure. The PIC cleaned the microwave.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1.50
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) The surfaces underneath and behind the prep top lids are soiled with food debris. The hood filter panels are soiled with heavy grease and grime accumulation. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC advised to increase cleaning frequency.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
DUNKIN DONUTS 344467
800 PERRY RD APEX NC 27502
Inspection Date: 3/19/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99 A
Violations
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible - 5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink - Operation and Maintenance (Pf) Blender pitcher stored in handwashing sink. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. PIC removed pitcher and informed staff that hand washing sinks are for hand washing only.CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION (CDI)
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
EGGS UP GRILL #73
1421 KELLY RD APEX NC 27502-9572
Inspection Date: 3/16/2026
Final Score/Grade: 98 A
Violations
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible - 6-301.11; Priority Foundation; No hand soap available at cookline handwashing sink. Provide soap for handwashing at each handwashing sink. CDI- employee replaced soap dispenser.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized - 4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Two metal pans stored as clean had minor food residue on them. Food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - items removed for cleaning. All other equipment observed clean. No points taken.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0
Food properly labeled: original container - 3-302.12; Core; Sugar bin was 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- employee added label. No point taken.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0
In-use utensils: properly stored - 3-304.12 (A); Core; A food scoop was stored inside a container of chicken salad in the makeline reach-in unit. In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. CDIscoop removed.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips - 4-501.14; Core; Residue accumulation observed along back and sides of 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, especially of back corner.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
HARRIS TEETER #496 STARBUCKS
940 US 64 HWY W APEX NC 27523
Inspection Date: 3/27/2026
Final Score/Grade: 100 A
Violations
No violations noted.
POPOVERS CAFE
219 N SALEM ST APEX NC 27502
Inspection Date: 3/31/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99 A
Violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored - 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitations (C) Sanitizer solution stored on prep counter. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. PIC moved the sanitizer solution to the bottom shelf of the dry storage unit. CORRECTED DURING INPSECTION (CDI)
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
In-use utensils: properly stored - 3-304.12 In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) Several utensils were stored in soiled water held below 135F. Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. PIC changed out soiled water for clean water at 135F and changed out the utensils. CDI
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
RED ROBIN #571
1431 BEAVER CREEK COMMONS APEX NC 27502
Inspection Date: 3/31/2026
Final Score/Grade: 98.50 A
Violations
Proper date marking & disposition - 3-501.18; Priority; Ribs from Saturday did not bear a date label. Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. CDI- prep date known and added to cooked ribs. All other date marking observed compliant. Date marking system is in place. No points taken.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0
Washing fruits & vegetables - 3-302.15; Core; A bin of avocadoes was observed on the makeline with produce stickers still present on outer skin. Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use and remove produce stickers during washing. CDIavocadoes were sent for washing.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips - 4-501.14; Core; Warewashing machine was observed with old food residue accumulation along the top near closing doors. 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.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Food residue accumulation observed on outer and inner portions of makeline refrigeration equipment including gaskets, door handles and around door hinges. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
STARBUCKS #29148
1101 PINE PLAZA DR APEX NC 27523
Inspection Date: 3/24/2026
Final Score/Grade: 100 A
Violations
No violations noted.
XL SIDELINE
106 INVESTMENT BLVD APEX NC 27502
Inspection Date: 3/25/2026
Final Score/Grade: 92 A
Violations
Certified Food Protection Manager - 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) No certified food protection manager available during inspection. The PERSON IN CHARGE 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.REPEAT VIOLATION
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible - 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf) Paper towels dispenser at hand washing sink near beer and beverage dispensers was not equipped with paper towels. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent sinks shall have disposable paper towels or hand drying device. Sink equipped with paper towel rolls. CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION (CDI)
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 1
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized - 4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Frequency (P) The ice shoot of the drink machine is heavily soiled with organic matter. Equipment such ice shoots shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent accumulation of soil or mold. Ice shoot cleaned during inspection. CDIREPEAT VIOLATION*** 4-602.12 Cooking and Baking Equipment (C) The interior of the microwave is soiled with food debris accumulation and build up. The Food Contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours. The PIC cleaned the microwave. CDI
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 3
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips - 4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices (Pf); Quat testing paper was not provided when asked during the inspection. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. EHS provided some testing paper until facility can obtain a new kit. PIC to order a new kit from Ecolab. CDIREPEAT VIOLATION***
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Non-food contact surfaces clean - 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Cleaning required of nonfoodcontact surfaces throughout facility (interior of coolers/freezer, exterior of coolers/freezers, gaskets, exterior of oven, inside cabinets, etc.). Nonfoodcontact surfaces shall be kept free of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency. REPEAT VIOLATION
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions (C) Floors are stained with dirt and grime. Walls at three (3) compartment sink are soiled with splatter and grime. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase general day to day cleaning frequency. REPEAT VIOLATION
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: Yes
Points Taken: 1
YAGG SII TENN
1440 CHAPEL RIDGE RD APEX NC 27502
Inspection Date: 3/25/2026
Final Score/Grade: 99 A
Violations
In-use utensils: properly stored - 3-304.12 (B); Core; Scoop handle observed in dry rice. In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. CDIscoop handle removed.
Corrected During Inspection: Yes
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0
Single-use & singleservice articles: properly stored & used - 4-502.13; Core; Plastic falafel container is being reused to store mustard sauce. Single-use and single-service articles cannot be reused. Use approved NSF, sanitation rated multi-use storage containers that can be easily cleaned. 4-904.11(A); Core; Single-use utensils are presented in the dining area in a way that exposes them to contamination by consumers (food-contact portions are exposed). Display and handle single-use/single-service articles and cleaned and sanitized utensils to prevent contamination. Place food-contact portion down and only present handles for contact with consumers.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - 4-501.11; Core; Coated metal shelving in the walk-in cooler is peeling and flaking. This prevents effective cleaning. Flaking paint may contaminate exposed food. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace metal shelving in the near future.
Corrected During Inspection: No
Repeat Violation: No
Points Taken: 0.50
FUQUAY-VARINA
No health inspections were performed during the period March 15th through March 31st.


