Wake County Environmental Services inspects Raleigh restaurants and posts a numerical sanitation score with letter grade A, B, or C, displayed near the entrance after each routine inspection performed roughly twice yearly.
North Carolina uses a numerical 0-100 sanitation scoring system administered locally by Wake County Environmental Services. Inspectors evaluate food temperature, hygiene, and facility conditions, posting the score plus a corresponding letter grade. Scores 90-100 earn an A, 80-89 a B, and 70-79 a C. Grades below 70 trigger immediate closure or re-inspection. Grade cards must be displayed within five feet of the main entrance, visible to entering customers. Inspections occur unannounced one to four times annually depending on facility risk category.
Failure to post grade card, scoring below 70 triggering closure, or obstructing inspector access can result in permit suspension, civil penalties, and required corrective re-inspection fees.
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