Wicked Fresh Cafe
Last inspected: Oct 14, 2025
90
Score
Wicked Fresh Cafe has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Oct 14, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with one violation after 12 on the prior visit.
When inspectors have written things up, food properly labeled has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Johnston average 77, so Wicked Fresh Cafe is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 14, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Food label missing or inaccurate
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various items packaged in the food establishment are lacking complete labels (missing full breakdown of ingredients). Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. PIC moved items to behind the counter - no longer self service.
3-602.11
90
Sep 29, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 10 major violations. 6 minor violations. 9 corrected on site.
View 20 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: Food prep sink was observed with an air break rather than an air gap.
5-202.13
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the kitchen area. PIC removed.
4-903.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Inspector observed several boxes of single-service items stored on the floor in the kitchen area and front area. Items must be at least 6 inches off the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: - 3 bay faucet (leaking and lacking cold water), - food prep faucet (leaking), - drip under 3 bay sink
5-205.15
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various items packaged in the food establishment are lacking complete labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the front area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. PIC replaced soap.
6-301.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of small flies and rodents are not controlled as evidenced by live small flies and rodent droppings. 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. PIC called for service during inspection.
6-501.111
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of small flies and rodents are not controlled as evidenced by live small flies and rodent droppings. 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. PIC called for service during inspection.
6-501.111
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the front area was lacking paper towels. PIC brough out paper towels.
6-301.12
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Scrubby pad was observed in the hand-washing sink in the front area. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed item.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. PIC added extra sanitizer tablets.
4-601.11(A)
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
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) was observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC discarded ice and washed/sanitized machine during inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Chicken was portioned out and placed tightly together hot in the refrigerator in containers greater than four inches deep with a tight fitting lid. PIC placed items out on sheet pan in the walk-in cooler for active cooling.
3-501.15
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed a fly zapper on a shelf above food prep unit and a fly zapper racket on top of items under food prep table. PIC removed items.
6-202.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses. PIC removed and placed items in 3 bay sink.
3-304.12
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: - prep units (food debris), - refrigeration units (food debris), - shelves under prep tables (old foil and droppings) - wire shelves (dust accumulation) - 1 door cooler unit (original wrapping)
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, droppings and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the mop sink area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-201.11
15
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Various food product packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (kitchen) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
6-202.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed fly glue trap hanging in the kitchen 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.PIC removed.
6-501.112
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling and wall in the (kitchen) area is in poor repair. Observed missing ceiling tiles and a hole in wall. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wicked Fresh Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wicked Fresh Cafe on file is from Oct 14, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wicked Fresh Cafe?
Across the inspection record, food properly labeled has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wicked Fresh Cafe.
How does Wicked Fresh Cafe compare to other restaurants in Johnston?
Wicked Fresh Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Johnston average of 77.
Has Wicked Fresh Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Wicked Fresh Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about 12 previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Wicked Fresh Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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