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Market Hall

214 E. Martin Street

Last inspected Oct 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Market Hall last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 8, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 100” (official score 100).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 9 inspections on record, from Oct 5, 2023 to Oct 8, 2026.
Has Market Hall ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 5, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

9 inspections

1 - Inspection

Oct 8, 2026

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-307.11Contamination

Official Wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s Notes

3-307.11; Core; Washed potatoes stored on cloth towels. FOOD shall be protected from contamination. Cloth towels may not be used for this purpose. Recommend using metal drain pan or parchment paper for food contact. CDI- Cloth towels removed during inspection.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination

notedCode 4-202.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

4-202.11; Priority Foundation; One spatula stored as clean with food contact surface pitted and cracked. Multiuse FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be: SMOOTH; Free of breaks; open seams; cracks; chips; inclusions; pits; and similar imperfections. CDI- Damaged spatula voluntarily discarded during inspection by PIC.

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 5-501.110Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.110; Core; Side doors of green shared dumpster left open. REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be stored in receptacles or waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. Maintain side doors and top lids of dumpsters closed. Recommend adding signage to remind users to -Keep doors/lids Closed-. CDI- PIC closed doors during inspection. [REPEAT] 5-501.116; Core; Grease receptacle with oily residue buildup along top and along the ground around the container; with oily dirt buildup around the containers. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; using dry cleaning methods (ex.-paint scraper; paper towels; kitty litter; flat shovel) so not washing oily water into drainage systems.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 8, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 3, 2026

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-603.11Food temperature

Official Wording

Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods

Inspector’s Notes

3-603.11; Priority Foundation; Menu Consumer Advisory Disclosure is incomplete; only specifying beef and tuna when additional items (salmon) need to be included. If an animal FOOD such as beef; EGGS; FISH; lamb; milk; pork; POULTRY; or shellfish is served or sold raw; undercooked; or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens; either in READY-TO-EAT form or as an ingredient in another READY-TO-EAT FOOD; the PERMIT HOLDER shall inform CONSUMERS of the significantly increased RISK of consuming such FOODS by way of a DISCLOSURE and REMINDER. A DISCLOSURE shall include identification of the animal-derived FOODS by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked; or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. A REMINDER shall include asterisking the animal-derived FOODS requiring DISCLOSURE to a footnote that states: Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS; POULTRY; seafood; shellfish; or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness. Example- *Consumer Advisory- This item is served raw or undercooked; or contains (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats; poultry; seafood; shellfish; or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. CDI- PIC educated on requirement. Have menu Consumer Advisory corrected prior to your next inspection.

In Plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.115; Core: A few pieces of litter accumulation on ground around the enclosed shared dumpster. This area is improving. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; clean thoroughly. 5-501.110; Core; Side door of green shared dumpster left open. REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be stored in receptacles or waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. Maintain side doors and top lids of dumpsters closed. Recommend adding signage to remind users to -Keep doors/lids Closed-.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 3, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 16, 2026

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

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; Rusted/peeling wire rack in walk-in cooler and in dish room. EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of good repair and condition. EQUIPMENT components such as doors; seals; hinges; fasteners; and kick plates shall be kept intact; tight; and adjusted in accordance with manufacturers specifications. Repair/Replace these items.

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 5-501.11Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.11; Core; Around the oil receptacles; heavy dirt/sand/leaf accumulation. An outdoor storage surface for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be SMOOTH; durable; and sloped to drain. Remove the sand/leaf/dirt accumulation around the oil receptacles. 5-501.116; Core; Multiple shared grease receptacles with oily residue buildup along top of container. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; using dry cleaning methods (kitty litter; flat shovel; paint scraper; paper towels) so not washing oily water into storm drains. 5-501.115; Core: Loose litter and leaf litter accumulation on ground around the shared compactor. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; clean thoroughly.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 28, 2025

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 28, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 27, 2025

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.11; Core; In walk-in cooler and reach-in freezer; a few containers of open foods stored under open wire shelving without covers. FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD in packages; covered containers; or wrappings (If cooling; loosely covered; or uncovered if protected from above contamination). Cover stored food. Use speed rack for cooling cooked food; where the pan above is the cover for the food below; to maximize airflow.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.115; Core; Around the oil receptacles; heavy leaf litter/dirt accumulation. On the ground around the green shared dumpsters; a small amount of loose litter and broken glass. An outdoor storage surface for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be SMOOTH; durable; and sloped to drain. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Increase cleaning frequency to this area. Remove the leaf/dirt accumulation around the oil receptacles. 5-501.116; Core; Multiple shared grease receptacles with oily residue buildup along top and sides of container and along the ground around the container. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; using dry cleaning methods (kitty litter; flat shovel; paint scraper; paper towels) so not washing oily water into storm drains. [REPEAT]

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 27, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 29, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

5 recorded violations

majorCode 3-203.12Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Required records available: shellstock tags; parasite destruction

Inspector’s Notes

3-203.12; Priority Foundation; One shellstock tag lacking date of when last oyster used. SHELLSTOCK tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the SHELLSTOCK are received until the container is empty. The date when the last SHELLSTOCK from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. The identity of the source of SHELLSTOCK that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining SHELLSTOCK tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date that is recorded on the tag or label; Using an APPROVED record keeping system that keeps the tags or labels in chronological order correlated to the date that is recorded on the tag or label. CDI- Requirement explained. PIC to start recording required use dates on the tags.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

minorCode 2-303.11Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s Notes

2-303.11; Core; One food handler observed wearing large watch while working with food. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band; while preparing FOOD; FOOD EMPLOYEES may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands. CDI- PIC educated on Food Code requirements.

In Plain English

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

majorCode 4-202.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

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

minorCode 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.115; Core; Around the oil receptacles; heavy leaf litter/dirt accumulation. On the ground around the green shared dumpsters; a small amount of loose litter. An outdoor storage surface for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be SMOOTH; durable; and sloped to drain. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Increase cleaning frequency to this area. Remove the leaf/dirt accumulation around the oil receptacles. [REPEAT]; 5-501.116; Core; Multiple shared grease receptacles with oily residue buildup along top and sides of container and along the ground around the container. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents. Increase cleaning frequency to this area; using dry cleaning methods (kitty litter; flat shovel; paint scraper; paper towels) so not washing oily water into storm drains.

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; Caulk has pulled apart at exit side of dish machine panel surround. PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair. Recaulk this area so smooth and cleanable.

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 29, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 5, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode 2-402.11Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s Notes

2-402.11; Core; Several food handlers with fluffy beards. FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wear hair restraints such as hats; hair coverings or nets; beard restraints; and clothing that covers body hair; that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. PIC educated on requirement.

In Plain English

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.12; Core; One single-service cup left as scoop in bin of salt/pepper mix. . During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing; FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: in the FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD; or In a clean/dry; protected location; or In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified in Food Code (every 4 hours); or In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; if used with moist FOOD such as ice cream or mashed potatoes. CDI- Cup removed during inspection.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 5-501.110Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.110; Core; Side doors of shared dumpsters left open. REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be stored in receptacles or waste handling units so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. CDI- Doors closed by PIC. Recommend signage to -Keep Dumpster Doors Closed-; 5-501.115; Core; Loose litter on the ground around the dumpsters. A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Increase cleaning frequency to this area. [REPEAT]

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 5, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 8, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode 4-302.12Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s Notes

4-302.12; Priority Foundation; The upright refrigeration unit does not have a thermometer. Provide a thermometer that is readily accessible in refrigeration units. A thermometer was provided once REHS spoke to the PIC.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 5-501.115Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.115; Core; Trash on the ground on the dumpster pad. A storage area and enclosure for refuse; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items; as specified under sec. 6 501.114; and clean.

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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 8, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 5, 2023

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

majorCode 3-501.17Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.17; Priority Foundation; Opened heavy cream and opened milk are not date marked that is being held cold for more than 24 hours in the upright refrigeration unit. Date mark TCS food that is held for more than 24 hours for up to 7 days when being held at 41F or below. The above heavy cream and milk were dated once REHS spoke to PIC.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 5, 2023 · Original Source