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NameTAVERN ON THE FRINGE
Address5634 QUAIL RIDGE DR
 
City/State/ZIP
SANFORD NC 27332
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyLee
Inspection Date 5/11/2026
Final Score @ Grade
99 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No No 4-601.11 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils: Non-food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Observed handle on 3 comp sink with grease/ grime accumulation. Clean or replace if necessary.
51 0 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices No No No 5-205.15 - System Maintained in Good Repair: Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed 3 comp sink with minor leak on piping underneath sink. PIC is aware and they are actively working on repair during inspection.
56 0.50 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used Yes No No 6-403.11 - Designated Areas: 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. Observed personal purse in shelving containing establishment item. Ensure proper separation. CDI- PIC moved purse. 6-501.14 - Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition: Change the filters and clean the intake and exhaust air ducts so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt or other materials. Observed hood system with grease accumulation. Ensure proper cleaning. PIC stated that hoods are scheduled for cleaning in June.