Location: 1075 Pine Plaza BLVD APEX, NC 27523 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 04/29/2024
Score: 99
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Comments
Points
39.
3-305.11; Core; The walk-in cooler has a slow, intermittent drip coming from the seam in the ceiling near the vent. Water was observed dripping onto the floor and creating a splatter. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. PIC stated the drip had been fixed since previous inspection and recently started dripping again. No points were taken on the previous inspection. A follow up visit will be conducted to check on this repair. Repair this drip to avoid full points and possible action against your facility permit.
1.0
41.
3-304.14; Core; After wiping the thermometer probe and checking temperatures on the cookline, the wiping cloth was placed on a cutting board. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be placed in a chemical sanitizer solution when not in use. CDI- cloth was placed in bleach bucket. Note: cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes. No point taken.
0.0
47.
4-501.11; Core; The walk-in cooler is dripping as mentioned above. This is affecting the cleanability of the walk-in cooler. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Repair walk-in cooler. No point taken.
0.0
General Comments
Walk-in cooler check-up will be conducted within the next few weeks. PIC will keep EHS informed on repair.
Location: 1075 Pine Plaza BLVD APEX, NC 27523 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 11/17/2023
Score: 98
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Comments
Points
8.
2-301.14; Priority; After coming back from inspecting the dumpster area, employee failed to wash hands before touching clean equipment like the potato slicer. Hands shall be washed after engaging in activities that contaminate the hands. CDI- employee was instructed to wash hands. Affected equipment was placed in sanitizer.
2.0
39.
3-305.11; Core; The walk-in cooler has a very slow, intermittent drip coming from the seam in the ceiling near the vent. A white bucket on the floor below is catching this drip. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. A work order has been placed for this. PIC states the condensation drip pan is leaking inside the unit above and needs to be replaced. No point taken today. Resolve this issue by next inspection to avoid points.
0.0
54.
5-501.114; Core; The left side garbage receptacle is missing a drain plug. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Replace drain plug to avoid future points.
Location: 1075 Pine Plaza BLVD APEX, NC 27523 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 07/14/2022
Score: 96.5
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Comments
Points
10.
6-301.12; Priority Foundation; Paper towel dispenser in women's bathroom is not functioning. Hand sinks shall be provided with paper towels, heated-air hand drying device or other approved device/methods. CDI - paper towel dispenser was fixed.
1.0
39.
3-307.11; Core; Trashcan stored next to hamburger buns and cooked bacon. Food shall be protected from sources of contamination. CDI - trashcan moved, do not store the trashcan near food items.
1.0
39.
3-307.11; Core; Ice-machine's inside plastic film/caulking is tearing off. Food shall be protected from sources of contamination. Remove the inside plastic film so it does not contaminate the ice.
0.0
45.
4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Clean rags and toilet paper stored under chemicals. Cleaned equipment, utensils, laundered linens, and single-service/single-use articles shall be stored in a clean and dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other sources of contamination. Re-organize toilet paper and rags away from chemicals, or have them stored above chemicals.
0.0
48.
4-501.14; Core; 3-compartment sink vats, and vegetable sink vats observed with residue build up. Warewashing equipment or receptacles used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, or raw foods, shall be cleaned throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and to ensure that the equipment performs its intended function. Increase cleaning frequency of vats.
1.0
54.
5-501.113; Core; One dumpster missing lids. Dumpsters and receptacles kept outside shall have tight-fitting lids or doors. Have the dumpster lids replaced.
0.5
54.
5-501.115; Core; Trash litter observed around the dumpsters. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items. Have dumpster area cleaned up.
Location: 1075 Pine Plaza BLVD APEX, NC 27523 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 02/18/2022
Score: 95.5
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Comments
Points
5.
2-501.11; Priority Foundation; Facility does not have a written clean-up plan for vomiting or diarrheal events as required with the new food code. CDI- Information emailed to PIC.
0.0
15.
3-304.15 (A); Priority; Observed employee touching apron with disposable gloves and proceeding to continue food prep. If used, single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat-food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. CDI- Educated employee on proper use of gloves and had them don a new pair.
1.5
37.
3-302.12; Core; Container of malted milk did not have an identifying label. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the food. Add label to container.
0.0
44.
4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Wiping clothes observed stored below chemicals. Linens shall be stored :
In a clean, dry location;
(2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
0.5
45.
4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Several stacks of single use drinking cups stored with lip contact surface exposed to the surrounding environment. singe use articles shall be stored:
(1) In a clean, dry location;
(2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and
(3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.
0.5
48.
4-501.14; Core; Visible residue present around three compartment sink basin and backsplash. The compartments of sinks, basins, or other receptacles shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours or as often as necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils. Increase cleaning frequency.
0.5
49.
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Insides of prep refrigeration gasket have some food debris. Food debris present on sides of frying equipment. Non food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
0.5
54.
5-501.111; Core; Refuse bin lacks a proper lid, drain plugs and is in general disrepair. Have repaired or replaced.
0.5
54.
5-501.110; Core; Several bags of garbage sitting outside the refuse bin. Refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be stored in receptacles or waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents.
0.0
54.
5-501.115; Core; Grease, garbage and cardboard all observed littering the refuse enclosure. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items, as specified under sec. 6 501.114, and kept clean. Have the area cleaned up.
0.0
55.
6-501.12; Core; Edges of flooring in dining area and around floor drains need extra attention. Visible residue present. Lower portion of wall near warewashing area has residue. Increase cleaning frequency.
0.5
General Comments
Effective October 1, 2021, the North Carolina Food Code Manual was updated based on adoption of the 2017 FDA Food Code, in accordance with the 15A NCAC 18A .2600 Rules. Please find the current North Carolina Food Code Manual at the following URL: https://www.wakegov.com/departments-government/environmental-health-safety/rules-and-resources Inspection led by Matthew Saliba, observed by Thomas Jumalon, regional REHS.
