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Meat Market · Wake County, NC

Food Lion #996 Meat Market

7971 Fayetteville Rd

Last inspected Sep 17, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 17, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - SeparationOther

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P) Raw ground turkey and pork ribs were stored above fully cooked food items in the walk-in cooler. Raw fish was stored below raw pork items in the walk-in cooler. Food items must be stored according to the final cook temperature. Food items must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination. CDI... The food items were placed in the correct final cook temperature.

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minorCode 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C) Clean the display cases to remove the dried blood. Clean the vents to remove the dust. Clean Equipment at a frequency necessary to remove debris.

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, Sep 17, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 4, 2026

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode —Employee health and hygiene

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Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C) The employee was wrapping ground beef but did not have a beard guard. Employee must wear effective hair restraints.

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This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 4, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 19, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw hamburger meat was stored on a speed rack above fully cooked meat products. Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P CDI... The raw meat was placed below the fully cooked products.

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notedCode 7-201.11 Glass cleaner was stored on a shelf facing the single-service meat trays. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of foodChemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11 Glass cleaner was stored on a shelf facing the single-service meat trays. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food; equipment; utensils; linens; and single-service/use items. -P CDI... The bottle of glass cleaner was placed away from the single-service meat trays.

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Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 14, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Clean the floor in the walk-in cooler to remove the debris. Clean the floor at a frequency necessary to remove the debris.

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) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C) Clean the vents in the meat market to remove the dust. Clean Non-Food Contact Surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to remove the dust.

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, Jul 14, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 7, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-305.11 Noted cases of frozen food stored underneath the storage racks in the walk in cooler. Store food in a cleanContamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11 Noted cases of frozen food stored underneath the storage racks in the walk in cooler. Store food in a clean; dry location; not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor.

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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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; Noted gasket on the walk-in cooler are torn. EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4 1 and 4-2. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)- Noted one of the meat grinders is no longer working. Person in charge has placed a work order and is currently awaiting repairs for equipment. Maintain equipment in good repair. Continue to follow up on repairs.

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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) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C)- Observed an accumulation of residue build up along the hand sink basin. Food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.

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 6-101.11/6-201.11 In the prep areaCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-101.11/6-201.11 In the prep area; noted damaged corner base coving tile near the back entrance doors. Floors; walls and ceilings shall be designed; constructed; and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

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, Mar 7, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 22, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode —Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

; 3-302.11; Priority Foundation; Observed packs of raw chicken feet stored above packs of raw ground meat in the walk-in cooler unit. Raw foods shall be separated based on species and final cook temperatures. CDI-All units rearranged

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criticalCode 7-204.11Chemicals

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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-204.11 ; Priority; Noted Quat sanitizer dispensing above 400 ppm at the 3 compartment sink. Further discussion determined the Quat sanitizer is supposed to be calibrated to the appropriate concentration when dispensed. CDI-Discussed contacting vendor (Diversey) to have dispenser recalibrated. Until then; make sure staff gauge sanitizer concentration with Quat test strips prior to use. Quat should be maintained between 200-400 ppm when in use.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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minorCode 4-903.11(A) and (C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A) and (C); Core; Observed packs of single-service trays stored on the floor near the 3-compartment sink. Keep all single-service items stored at least 6 inches off the floor.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

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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; Noted gasket on the walk-in cooler are torn. EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4 1 and 4-2.

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, Aug 22, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 10, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode 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; Multiple stickers on equipment in prep room. Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch and easily cleanable and non-absorbent.

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, Apr 10, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 23, 2023

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, Oct 23, 2023 · Original Source

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