Meat Market · Wake County, NC

The Kola Nut

Name: The Kola Nut
Address: 5520 Atlantic Springs Rd, Wake County, NC

5520 Atlantic Springs Rd

Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 13, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 6-202.15Pests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

6-202.15; Core - Exterior back doors to facility have no self-closing devices (doors stay open when left open). Outer openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by providing solid; self-closing and tight-fitting doors. Provide self-closing devices on back doors.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

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 - (REPEAT) In kitchen; a shelf (below table top) and table leg were starting to rust. Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair. Replace rusty shelf and leg with similar approved equipment (meeting ANSI/NSF certification or equivalent). NOTE: Do not paint rusty areas.

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

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 - (REPEAT) Observed soiled shelving (under matting) in see-through reach-in product freezers on grocery floor. Exteriors (non-food contact) of parts of band slaw had some food debris/build-up; and bottom bar of 3-compartment sink were soiled. Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean. Increase cleaning frequency of equipment above.

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

notedCode 5-501.17Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

5-501.17; Core - (REPEAT) No covered trash receptacle was available in bathroom. Bathrooms used by females shall have a covered waste receptacle for sanitary disposal. CDI by providing covered trash can.

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

notedCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core - (REPEAT) On dark green cardboard dumpster used by establishment; one top lid was broken; one lid was bent down and did not adequately cover the dumpster top; and one side door was missing. Some cracks were in dumpster sides. Trash and recycling receptacles shall be kept in good repair. Contact property manager to have solid waste company replace damaged 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.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - (REPEAT) No hot water was available at mop sink/can wash. Bathroom faucet was corroded with holes in it; and it was loose. Bathroom mirror wooden frame is water damaged above sink. Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair. Provide hot water running pressure at mop sink/can wash; and replace damaged fixtures. 6-501.12; Core - (REPEAT) Kitchen ceiling panel above band saw was soiled. Flooring was soiled under 3-compartment sink area; in other areas of meat saw room; and in walk-in freezer. Sides of door leading into kitchen were soiled. Physical facilities shall be kept clean. Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures above.

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, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 28, 2026

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core - (REPEAT) No person in charge with food protection manager certification was present during inspection...At least one supervisor/manager or person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager (CFPM) by passing a test (such as ServSafe) that is part of an accredited program...Provide a person in charge that is a CFPM.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 6-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12; Priority Foundation - No paper towels were available at bathroom handsink...Paper towels or other approved hand drying device shall be provided at handsinks...CDI by providing paper towels at handsink.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core - A shelf (below table top) in kitchen was starting to rust...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair...Replace rusty shelf with similar approved shelving (meeting ANSI/NSF certification or equivalent).

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

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 - (REPEAT) Observed soiled shelving (under matting) in see-through reach-in product freezers on grocery floor. Exteriors (non-food contact) of parts of band slaw had some food debris/build-up. Bottom bar of 3-compartment sink and sides/edges of walk-in freezer door were soiled...Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment above.

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

majorCode 6-302.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

6-302.11; Priority Foundation - No toilet paper was available at bathroom toilet...An adequate supply of toilet paper shall be provided at each toilet...CDI by providing toilet paper. 5-501.17; Core - (REPEAT) No covered trash receptacle was available in bathroom...Bathrooms used by females shall have a covered waste receptacle for sanitary disposal...Provide required covered waste/trash receptacle in bathroom.

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

notedCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core - (REPEAT) On cardboard dumpster used by establishment; one top lid was broken; one lid was bent down and did not adequately cover the dumpster top. One side door was missing...Trash and recycling receptacles shall be kept in good repair...Contact solid waste company to request repair or replacement of dumpster. 5-501.113(B); Core - (REPEAT) Top lids on cardboard dumpster did not cover top and side doors of both dumpsters were open...Trash/recycling receptacles shall have tight-fitting lids and doors...Work with adjacent businesses who use the community dumpsters to keep dumpster side doors and lids closed when not in use.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - (REPEAT) No hot water was available at mop sink/can wash...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Provide hot water running pressure at mop sink/can wash. 6-501.12; Core - Kitchen ceiling panel and wall surface was soiled above band saw. Ceiling vent grate in bathroom was dusty. Sides of door leading into kitchen were soiled...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures above.

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 28, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 15, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

notedCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core - Hot water at bathroom handsink did not exceed 53F...Hot water of at least 100F shall be provided at all handsinks...Increase hot water to at least 100F at handsink.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-205.10; Core - In walk-in freezer; various unapproved crates and other platforms were being used to elevate food above floor...Other than toasters; mixers; microwaves; water heaters and ventilation hoods; food service equipment shall meet ANSI/NSF certification or equivalent...Remove crates/platforms and provide approved shelving or dunnage racks for elevating foods above 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

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 - Observed soiled shelving (under matting) in see-through reach-in product freezers on grocery floor. Many old stickers and sticky residues were on back table where packaged frozen foods are weighed and priced...Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment above.

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

notedCode 5-501.17Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

5-501.17; Core - No covered trash receptacle was available in bathroom...Bathrooms used by females shall have a covered waste receptacle for sanitary disposal...Provide required covered waste/trash receptacle in bathroom.

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

notedCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core - (REPEAT) On garbage dumpster; the lids were broken; and one side door was missing...Trash and recycling receptacles shall be kept in good repair...Contact solid waste company to request repair or replacement of dumpster...Work with adjacent businesses who use the community dumpsters to keep dumpster side doors and lids closed when not in use. 5-501.113(B); Core - Top lids on trash dumpster did not cover top and side doors of both dumpsters were open...Trash/recycling receptacles shall have tight-fitting lids and doors.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - No hot water was available at mop sink/can wash. Bathroom faucet was corroded and loose...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Provide hot water running pressure at mop sink/can wash; and replace damaged bathroom faucet.

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, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 22, 2025

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) The certified food protection manager (CFPM) was not present during the inspection. CFPM must be present when inspector arrives until inspector leaves. CDI - Suggest an additional employee is certified if the one cannot be present at all times.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

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). The meat freezer is approved for meat storage only. Move rice and boxed vegetables to a different location - cannot be stored with meat. CDI - Foods were moved to a different location.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 5-501.111 AreaFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111 Area; Enclosures and Receptacles; Good Repair (C) The lids/tops on both garbage and cardboard dumpsters are broken and need repair. Contact dumpster company to request repair or replacement of dumpsters. This must be done before the transitional permit expires on 2/22/26 to remain open.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Floors shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. The floor has construction dust on it. Keep floor clean.

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 22, 2025 · Original Source