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NameNARA EXPRESS
Address137 WILKESBORO BLVD
 
City/State/ZIP
LENOIR NC 28645
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyCaldwell
Inspection Date 8/11/2025
Final Score @ Grade
96 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
15 0 Food separated & protected No No No 3-302.11(A)(8) Boxes of unwashed produce stored above ready-to-eat noodles, thawed mixed veggies, and containers of sauce. Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods.
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Raw beef, scallops, and shrimp in the prep table holding above 41 F. The temperature dial was hit by accident and caused the internal temp of the unit to rise above 41F. Items in the top of the sushi table holding above 41F. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P CDI, cold holding unit temperature adjusted and raw food put on ice while the unit cooled down.
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-202.15 Back door propped open and the air curtain was turned off. Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry.
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored No Yes No 3-304.12 (F) Spatulas stored in a bucket of 90F water. 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. 3-304.12 (A) Bowls used as scoops in the raw food stored with the rims below the rim of the containers and touching the food. In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container.
44 0 Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled No No No 4-903.11 (B) Pans stored above the 3-comp sink air drying stacked tightly together. Equipment and utensils shall be stored inverted or in a self-draining way that facilitates air drying.
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No No 4-601.11(C ) Microbial growth present on the outside surface of the splash guard inside the ice machine. Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.113(B) Lid on the outside grease bin left open. Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-501.11 Cove molding at the base of the walk in cooler separating from the wall. Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No No No 6-305.11/6-501.110 Employee beverage stored above the prep table cutting board. Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions.