Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 06/27/2024
Score: 96
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Comments
Points
2.
2-102.12 (A); Core; PIC not a certified food protection manager. The person in charge shall be certified food protection manager through an accredited program. Renew certification.
1.0
22.
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Mushrooms (49F), cooked beef (52F), cooked pork (52F) and raw chicken (68F) in the cooling drawers at the flattop (ambient air 50F) temped above 41F. TCS foods being held cold shall be maintained at 41F or below. CDI- Foods were voluntarily discarded. ***Ambient air in cooler dropped to 35F within an hour without any food stored in it; PIC to continue to monitor cooler to determine if it needs servicing.
1.5
35.
3-501.13 ; Priority Foundation; Boxes of beef intestines temped at 30F were stored next to the 3 door each in freezer. Foods shall be thawed either under refrigeration, as part of the cooking process or completely submerged under continuously flowing water that does not temp above 70F. CDI- Boxes were relocated to walk-in cooler.
0.0
37.
3-302.12; Core; A few containers of seasonings and breaders were not labeled. Containers storing food/food ingredients that have been removed from their original packaging shall be labeled with the common name of the food. Label food containers/squeeze bottles.
0.0
41.
3-304.14; Core; Damp/wet wiping cloths were stored on cutting boards, prep tabless and by the range. Damp/wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer when not in use. Keep cloths dry or store in sanitizer once damp.
0.5
43.
3-304.12; Core; Scoops were laying on food/seasonings in the containers with the red lids. An entire spoon was emerged in food in the overflow cooler. Utensils being stored in foods shall be stored with the handle above the food. "Dig" scoops into food/food ingredients in containers. CDI- The spoon was removed.
0.5
54.
5-501.110; Core; Clear trash bags and waste from neighboring establishments were stored outside of the garbage dumpster. Trash, recylables and returables shall be stored inside of dumspters/receptacles so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. Work with neighbors and landlord to keep dumpster area clean.
0.0
56.
6-403.11; Core; Employee food/drinks were mixed in with the restaurant's food and drinks in the prep cooler and walk-in cooler. Employee food/drinks shall be stored in a manner that prevents the contamination of the restaurant's food and supplies. CDI- Employee food relocated to employee food storage area.
0.5
56.
6-305.11; Core; An employee's hair gel was stored on a rack with non-perishable foods. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided for the orderly storage of employee belongings. CDI- Employee items relocated.
0.0
General Comments
*Melodee Wallace Johnson -melodee.johnson@wake.gov - 919.609.1783*
Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 01/02/2024
Score: 94.5
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Comments
Points
2.
2-102.12 (A); Core; PIC is not a certified food protection manager. 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. Train more employees to be CFPM.
1.0
15.
3-302.11; Priority; One box of raw chicken found stored over raw beef. Arrange each type of FOOD in EQUIPMENT so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. CDI: PIC moved the box of chicken.
0.0
16.
4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; A few metal pans found stored as clean with food debris remaining on them. Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Dishes were taken back to be rewashed.
1.5
16.
4-602.11; Core; Some black/brown and pink build up found on the inside of the ice machine. Ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude the build up of mold or dirt. Increase cleaning frequency.
0.0
21.
3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Refried beans found hot holding below 135F (see temperature chart). TCS items shall be maintained 135F or above. CDI: Item was reheated to above 165F.
1.5
23.
3-501.17; Priority; Several RTE TCS foods found without a date mark including chicken, beef, carnitas and pork skin. Refrigerated, READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and held in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded. CDI: Employees dated the items with known dates.
1.5
56.
6-403.11; Core; Employee food and drinks found stored above and with food for the restaurant. Employee personal items also stored on and above various produce items and dry goods. Areas designated for EMPLOYEES to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that FOOD, EQUIPMENT, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are protected from contamination. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES can not occur. Ensure employee items are stored away from restaurant items.
Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 09/20/2023
Score: 96
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Comments
Points
2.
2-102.12 (A); Core; PIC is not a certified food protection manager. 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. Train more employees to be CFPM.
1.0
10.
5-205.11; Priority Foundation; Utensil found stored in the hand sink by the kitchen door. Hand sinks shall be used only for handwashing. CDI: Utensil was moved.
0.0
39.
3-305.11; Core; Several various foods found stored on the floor including produce, spices and other items. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Store food at least 6 inches off of the floor.
2.0
47.
4-501.11; Core; Hand sink near the prep coolers found leaking and shelf in the walk in cooler found broken. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair items.
0.5
48.
4-501.14; Core; Build up found on the inside of the three compartment sink. Ware washing equipment shall be cleaned before use and as needed to prevent recontamination of EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS. Increase cleaning frequency.
0.5
49.
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Outsides of equipment and some shelving racks found with some food debris on them. Non-food contact surfaces shall be maintained clean. Continue working on cleaning. *Improvement noted*
0.0
55.
6-501.12; Core; Food spill and build up found on the floor in the walk in cooler. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean. CDI: Employee started cleaning prior to the end of the inspection.
Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 06/09/2023
Score: 96
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Comments
Points
2.
2-102.12 (A); Core; PIC is not a certified food protection manager. 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. Train more employees to be CFPM.
1.0
39.
3-305.11; Core; In the walk in cooler, a large pot of lard, a crate of fruits, a crate of vegetables and several boxes of meat found stored on the floor. A shelf containing several boxes of raw meat was found broken, so the shelf was on the floor and the food was less than 6 inches off of the floor. In the lobby, several boxes of vinegar and pumpkin flower found stored on the floor. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Store food at least 6 inches off of the floor.
2.0
45.
4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; One box of single use portion cups found stored on the floor. Single use items shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Store single use items properly.
0.0
47.
4-501.11; Core; Hand sink near the prep coolers found leaking and shelf in the walk in cooler found broken. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Repair items.
0.5
49.
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Bottom of the reach in freezer and the outside of the dishwasher found with significant food debris and build up. Non-food contact surfaces shall be maintained clean. Increase cleaning frequency.
Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 03/30/2023
Score: 96
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Comments
Points
17.
3-701.11; Priority; Several moldy oranges found stored in the walk in cooler. A FOOD that is unsafe, ADULTERATED, or not honestly presented as specified under sec. 3 101.11 shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an APPROVED procedure. CDI: Employee discarded the oranges.
1.0
37.
3-302.12; Core; A few containers of dry foods were not labeled...Unlabeled containers of foods not easily recognizable must be labeled with the common name of food...Properly label food containers to denote contents.
1.0
39.
3-305.11; Core; Several boxes and containers of various foods including chilies, vinegar and lard for cooking found on the floor of the kitchen, walk in and dining room. Food shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
1.0
43.
3-304.12; Core; The handle of the scoop in the sugar container found to be laying in the food. In-use utensils shall be stored with the handle out of the food. CDI: PIC adjusted the scoop.
0.0
44.
4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Large cooking bowl found clean and stored on the floor with several other large pots inside. Clean utensils shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Store clean utensils at least 6 inches off of the floor.
0.5
45.
4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; One box of single use articles found stored on the floor. Single use items shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Ensure to store single use items properly.
0.0
47.
4-501.11; Core; Hand sink found leaking at the beginning of the inspection. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. CDI: PIC fixed leak.
0.0
49.
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The bottoms and door of the reach in freezer found with food spilled and food debris inside. Some food debris found on the shelfs inside the walk in. Non-food contact surfaces shall be maintained clean. Increase cleaning frequency.
Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 08/17/2022
Score: 91
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Comments
Points
2.
2-102.12 (A); Core - No person in charge with food protection manager certification was present during entire inspection...At least one supervisor/manager or person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager (CFPM) by passing a test (such as ServSafe) that is part of an ANSI accredited program...Provide a person in charge who is a CFPM and is on-site at all times during operation.
1.0
6.
2-401.11; Core - Two employee beverages were on shelf above food preparation table where active food prep was taking place. One beverage was not covered...Employees shall eat and drink only in designated areas where contamination of exposed and clean equipment and utensils cannot result, and employee shall drink from a closed (covered) beverage container...CDI by properly storing one beverage and discarding the other that was uncovered.
0.5
15.
3-302.11; Priority - In walk-in cooler, raw beef was above cilantro, and raw chicken was above pineapple...In walk-in cooler and freezer, foods shall be stored according to final cook temperatures and to prevent cross-contamination...CDI by properly storing foods.
1.5
15.
3-302.11 (A)(4); Core - Pot of grease and other foods (not cooling) were uncovered in walk-in cooler...Unless actively cooling, foods in storage shall be kept covered or sealed...Cover/seal foods as required.
0.0
20.
3-501.14; Priority - Mushrooms cooled from 135F to 104F in about 2 hours (see temperature chart)...TCS* foods shall cool from 135F to 70F in 2 hours and from 70F to 41F or less within 4 additional hours...CDI by very quickly cooling mushrooms using ice-water bath.
1.5
23.
3-501.17; Priority Foundation - Some cooked foods in freezer had no dates...Ready-to-eat (RTE) TCS* foods kept more than 24 hours shall have dates. This includes cooked and cooled and opened packages and cans of RTE TCS* foods. Foods prepared on site and then frozen and thawed must have freeze and thaw dates...CDI by dating foods.
0.0
28.
7-102.11; Priority Foundation - One spray bottle with liquid inside was not labeled (PIC stated it was a disinfectant)...Chemicals and sanitizers shall be labeled with name of product inside...CDI by labeling bottle.
1.0
28.
7-201.11; Priority - Bag of onions was stored on top lid of paint container. Apple cider vinegar and other container of food were stored by chemicals...Chemicals shall be stored to prevent contamination of food and clean equipment and utensils...CDI by properly storing chemicals.
0.0
33.
3-501.15; Priority Foundation - Cooling mushrooms were in tightly covered containers. Also, mushrooms did not cool fast enough to meet time-temperature cooling parameters (see temperature chart and Item #20 above)...To cool TCS* foods, use shallow containers (2-4 inch food depth) OR ice-water bath with ice and water at level of food in containers and frequent stirring OR rapid cooling equipment such as ice paddles, etc. OR using ice as an ingredient OR arrange in equipment to provide maximum heat transfer AND/OR loosely cover or completely uncover cooling foods if there's no overhead contamination...CDI by rapid cooling mushrooms.
0.5
37.
3-302.12; Core - A few containers of dry foods were not labeled...Unlabeled containers of foods not easily recognizable must be labeled with the common name of food...Properly label food containers to denote contents.
0.0
38.
6-501.111; Core - Many small live fruit flies were in area by mop and 3-comp sinks...The premises shall be maintained free of insects and controlled to elminate their presence using methods approved for food service establishments...Rid facility of fruit flies.
1.0
39.
3-305.11; Core - In walk-in cooler, several crates of vegetables and containers of food were stored on floor. In dry storage, bag of onions was on floor...Food shall be protected from contamination by storing it at least 6 inches above floor...Elevate food above floor as required.
1.0
44.
4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core - Three very large clean metal bowls were on floor (with food contact sides up) and one had water ponding at bottom of it...Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored at least 6 inches above floor, in self-draining position and covered or inverted on clean surfaces.
0.0
48.
4-302.13; Priority Foundation - Irreversible dishwasher heat sensitive test strips available were wet and had been subjected to extreme heat from dishwasher and were no longer usable...In hot water sanitizing dishwashing machine, an irreversible registering temperature indicator shall be provided and readily accessible for measuring the utensil surface temperature...Provide heat sensitive labels (sensitive to at least 160F) OR a waterproof maximum/minimum registering thermometer...Not corrected during inspection.
0.5
49.
4-601.11(B) and (C); Core - Observed soiled interiors of upright freezer, solid metal shelves, table legs, top exteriors of dishwashing machine...Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be maintained clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment above.
0.5
54.
5-501.115; Core - A bag of trash and old cardboard and debris were on ground by dumpsters...Enclosure for refuse/recycling receptacles shall be maintained clean and free of unnecessary items...Remove trash, cardboard, etc. and properly dispose of it.
0.0
General Comments
TCS*: Time-temperature control for safety foods...>>>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...Verification required for Item #48 on this report. By August 27, 2022, send photo of heat sensitive strips or maximum/minimum registering waterproof thermometer to Lucy.Schrum@wakegov.com OR text to Lucy Schrum at 919-868-2565 Follow-Up: 08/27/2022
Location: 13100 FALLS OF NEUSE RD Suite 100 RALEIGH, NC 27614 Facility Type: Restaurant Inspection Date: 02/25/2022
Score: 95.5
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Comments
Points
3.
2-103.11 (O); Priority Foundation; Employee on site is not fully aware of reportable food borne illnesses, symptoms and food allergy information. Food employees shall be informed and know their responsibility in reporting information about their health and activities that are related to diseases that are transferrable through food. CDI - Employee health poster, forms requiring signature in English and Spanish as well as food allergy poster emailed to owner.
0.0
5.
2-501.11; Priority Foundation; Written instructions for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea are not available. A written plan for cleaning up and preventing the spread of vomitus and fecal matter shall be maintained on site. CDI - Vomit and diarrhea clean up poster and plan emailed to owner.
0.0
10.
6-301.14; Core; There are not any handwashing signs/posters at any of the handwashing sinks (kitchen, bar or bathrooms). A sign/poster reminding employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks. CDI - Handwashing signs left with employee.
1.0
16.
4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; The underside of the blade had dried on food debris on it; employee stated it was cleaned yesterday. Food contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI - Slicer was broken down and cleaned. *Remember that slicers have to be completely broken down and cleaned every 4 hours when in use.
1.5
43.
3-304.12; Core; A portioning cup and bowl were being stored in the bulk bags of sugar and salt. Utensils may be stored in foods if their handle is above the food. Only use utensils with handles.
0.5
45.
4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Boxes of portioning cups are being stored on the floor. Single service/use articles shall be stored at least six inches above the floor. Store boxes on shelves.
0.0
48.
4-302.13; Priority Foundation; There is not a way to verify the final rinse temperature is reaching 180F or above at the dish machine. Hot water dish machines require an irreversible temperature device that verifies the surface temperature of utensils is at least 160F. A verification visit will be made no later than Monday, March 7, 2022 to ensure a waterproof thermometer/lollipop thermometer, dish simulator or thermolabels have been purchased.
0.5
48.
4-302.14; Priority Foundation; DDBSA sanitizer is being used in the sanitizer buckets and test strips are not available. A testing device that accurately measures the concentration of sanitizing solutions shall be maintained on site. A verification visit will be made no later than Monday, March 7, 2022 to ensure test strips have been purchased.
0.0
51.
5-202.13; Priority; The end of the hose is resting in the basin of the mop sink; and the discharge pipe for the ice machine is in below the flood rim of the floor drain. An air gap of at least one inch shall be between the water inlet and flood rim of the plumbing fixture. CDI - Hose was wrapped. A verification visit will be made no later than Monday, March 7, 2022 to ensure an air gap has been added at the ice machine.
1.0
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 Follow-Up: 03/07/2022
