Meat Market · Wake County, NC

Food Lion #669 Meat Market

Name: Food Lion #669 Meat Market
Address: 405 S Main St, Wake County, NC

405 S Main St

Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 22, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.15Other

Official wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

3-302.15; Core; Vegetables from the sales floor in produce were pulled and transported in a brown box to meat department for use in ready-to-cook meal prep. Asparagus and potatoes are not washed but all other produce brought over is bagged and pre-washed. Raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut; combined with other ingredients; cooked; served; or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. If not pre-washed; produce must be washed in the produce prep sink and transported to meat department in an approved; covered container.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4-101.19Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-101.19; Core; A few dunnage racks in the walk-in cooler were found lined with cardboard and partially soiled. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash; spillage; or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant; nonabsorbent; and smooth material. Do not line dunnage racks with cardboard.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Improvement noted on cleaning since last inspection; however; speed racks in the reach-in cooler need more frequent cleaning to remove the accumulated debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Increase cleaning frequency to these racks.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 22, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 17, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Several boxes of food found stored on the floor and under shelving in the walk-in freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean dry location at least 6 inches above the floor. Keep food off of the floor. 3-305.12; Core; No active leak on evaporator unit in walk-in freezer today but there is minor ice accumulation on containers of food directly under this unit. Food may not be stored under leaking water lines; under lines on which water has condensed; or under other sources of contamination. CDI- Boxes of food relocated to alternate shelving.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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minorCode 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Cleaning needed on white trays in the reach-in cooler to remove raw meat accumulation- most trays were not being used but had raw meat present. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Increase cleaning frequency to these trays.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 20, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

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notedCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Ice is beginning to accumulate on the evaporator coil in the walk-in freezer. Equipment and components shall be maintained in a state of good repair and condition. Repair walk-in freezer component.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Undersides of a few cutting blocks that are not used for direct food contact are in need of cleaning to remove the accumulated residue. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Increase cleaning frequency to undersides of cutting blocks.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 20, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 13, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; The vents over the handicap stalls in the the men's and women's bathrooms are coated in dust. Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Clean the ceiling vents on a more frequent basis.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; The fan-guards on the evaporators in the meat prep room and walk-in cooler have a buildup of dust. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil residues. Clean the fan-guards on a more frequent basis.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 13, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 21, 2024

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 21, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 29, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Boxes of food were stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Food shall be stored at least six inches above the floor. CDI- Boxes were put on shelving.

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minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; One of the ball and socket faucets in the women's bathroom is loose; it turns all the way around - making it difficult to set on hot or cold. All equipment shall be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. A work order was submitted - no points taken due to this being a different violation under the same code.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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minorCode 6-501.18Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-501.18; Core; The underside of the urinal needs cleaning. Plumbing fixtures such as handwashing sinks; urinals and toilets shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them. Clean the urinal more frequently.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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minorCode 5-501.110Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.110; Core; Trash (food debris/wrappings and lottery tickets) are stored outside of the dumpster. Trash; recyclables and returnables shall be stored in receptacles or waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. Ensure all trash makes it into the dumpster.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 29, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 18, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

majorCode 2-501.11Other

Official wording

Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector’s notes

2-501.11; Priority Foundation; Employee states that a written cleanup plan is not available due to last clean up kit being used. Written instructions for cleaning up and preventing the spread of vomitus and fecal matter during vomiting/diarrheal events shall be maintained on site. CDI - Clean-up plan and poster given to PIC.

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minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; There are small tears in the corners of the warming pad cover at one of the two wrapping stations. All equipment shall be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. Replace warming pad cover.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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majorCode 6-302.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-302.11; Priority Foundation; One of the stalls in the women's bathroom is missing toilet paper. A supply of toilet paper shall be available at each toilet. CDI- Toilet paper was put in stall. ** No points taken since all of the employees working today identify as male. ; 6-501.18; Core; The underside of the urinal needs cleaning. Plumbing fixtures such as handwashing sinks; urinals and toilets shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean the urinal more often.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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minorCode 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.115; Core; There are several broken down shopping carts stored in the dumpster area. Dumspter areas shall be maintained free of unnecessary items. Remove shopping carts.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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minorCode 6-201.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-201.11; Core; A gap is in the floor due to a piece of floor tile missing near one of the floor drains in the prep room. Floors shall be smooth and easily cleanable. Repair floor.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 18, 2023 · Original Source