Home Fries Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
22
Score
Public records show four inspections at Home Fries Restaurant stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 6, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The last inspection found 19 violations, up from six the time before.
Food separated and protected accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Home Fries Restaurant's 22 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
7
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 10 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 19 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as pooled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as cooked foods) in the prep unit and 1 door unit. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. PIC relocated pooled eggs.
3-302.11
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was less than 200 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm. PIC added additional sanitizer and retested.
4-501.114
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked.
3-603.11
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents are not controlled as evidenced by droppings in the back storage areas. 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 quat sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Menu lacks an allergen statement.
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took unit out of service (Out of Order sign) to be washed/sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various items were observed not marked with the date of preparation. 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.
3-501.17
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: - Ceiling tiles in customer restroom (previous water damage) - Floor/wall coving in kitchen area (peeling off wall) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls in the kitchen 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
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls in the mops sink are constructed of dry wall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
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(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Home fries were observed held at 100 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)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pooled eggs, potatoes, and eggs in shell were observed held between 52-64 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 added more ice.
3-501.16(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Various items were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen and back storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelf above cooking area in kitchen. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.19
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: - freezer units (ice buildup) - shelves in kitchen (debris)
4-602.13
22
Jun 13, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings in the kitchen floors, food storage shelves, and back storage area). 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
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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the kitchen and/or under equipment have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and/or grease buildup. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The ceilings and ceiling vents in the kitchen area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
78
Jun 3, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Eggs, liquids eggs, and chopped spinach was observed held at (54-57 ) 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)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-103.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings in the kitchen floors, food storage shelves, and back storage area). 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
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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The refrigerator in located in the (kitchen) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperatures observed at 57DF.PIC informed. Establishment not allowed to store any TCS food in unit until repaired/replaced.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the kitchen area is in poor repair. Inspector observed holes in wall exposing wood and drywall. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The ceiling and ceiling vents in the (kitchen) area has an accumulation of soil residue and/or debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
58
May 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at (45-55) 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.
3-501.16(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings in the back storage area. 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
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-103.11
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Per interview of cook, cooked potatoes was placed hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep.PIC informed of proper cooling procedures.
3-501.15
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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment observed in poor repair: 1.1 dr refrigerator located in kitchen ambient temperature was 55DF and exposed insulation on the interior door. 2.1 dr refrigerator in back storage area ambient temperature was 46DF. 3.1 dr Counter refrigerator in the back storage area ambient temperature 48DF. 4.counter refrigerator in servers station ambient temperature 59DF. 5.cold water handle on handsink is missing.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the food storage shelves have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The walls in the back storage area are constructed of wood. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floors in back storage area is in poor repair. ripped/missing laminate flooring. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Home Fries Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Home Fries Restaurant on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Home Fries Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, food separated and protected has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Home Fries Restaurant.
How does Home Fries Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Johnston?
Home Fries Restaurant most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.
Has Home Fries Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Home Fries Restaurant have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about six per visit to around 19 more recently.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Home Fries Restaurant 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 Home Fries Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Home Fries Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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