Cherry Hill Grille
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Cherry Hill Grille five times, with records going back to 2024. On Apr 1, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to eight violations per visit.
“Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Cherry Hill Grille's latest score of 52 falls below the Johnston average of 77. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food received at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed shellstock (oysters) delivered at 51DF.Per observation on arrival inspector observed shellstock bag being stored on floor of delivery truck.PIC voluntarily disposed of shellstock.
3-202.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: handsink observed in poor repair. Observed leak at plumbing.
5-205.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the kitchen and food storage area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was (0) parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Employee corrected during inspection.
4-501.115
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: (Food product ) were observed stored on the floor in the (storage area ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hand towel observed being stored over pasta on cookline prep unit.PIC informed to cease practice.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (storage shelves in server area and euipment(storage area) ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
52
Mar 20, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed ROP cooked octopus processed in the establishment. PIC informed to cease practice.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.
8-103.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Smelts ) was observed thawing in a bucket of water on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.
3-501.13
82
Mar 5, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Pot Roast and garlic and oil) exceeding the 7 day datemarking. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.PIC voluntarily disposed of product.
3-501.18
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination. Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.PIC informed.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Baked potatoes) was observed held at (50 ) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated.
3-501.16(A)
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Molluscan Shellfish tags did not have all of the required information.(Dates of last used) were lacking.
3-402.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener and serving spoons) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC moved to warewashing area to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Handwashing done in improper location
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed washing their hands at the (food prep) sink. Food employees shall clean their hands in a designated hand-washing sink and not in a food preparation, mop, or ware-washing sink.
2-301.15
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils and towels were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: (Various food product ) were observed stored on the floor in the (walk in cooler ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (food storage shelves ) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls in kitchen and back food storage area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
39
Jun 12, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings in office ). The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A knife was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
86
May 16, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.PIC voluntarily disposed of ice.
4-602.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at (50-53) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product.
3-501.16(A)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags are not maintained for 90 days. Shellstock tags or labels are required to be maintained for 90 calendar days from the date the container is emptied.PIC informed.
3-203.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings throughout the office. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.13
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Dishes were observed in the hand-washing sink at the bar. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Lowboy located in the servers prep area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature was 50DF. Establishment not allowed to store any TCS food product in unit until repaired/replaced.
4-501.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice.
4-204.16
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The office has an accumulation of soil residue, rodent droppings and clutter. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.114
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cherry Hill Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cherry Hill Grille on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cherry Hill Grille?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cherry Hill Grille.
How does Cherry Hill Grille compare to other restaurants in Johnston?
Cherry Hill Grille most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.
Has Cherry Hill Grille's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cherry Hill Grille have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cherry Hill Grille means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Cherry Hill Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cherry Hill Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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