Mobile Food · Wake County, NC

Taqueria Ziaka (Wcid #1047)

Name: Taqueria Ziaka (Wcid #1047)
Address: 2161 S Wilmington St, Wake County, NC

2161 S Wilmington St

Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 inspections

1 - Inspection

Feb 5, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 7-202.12(A)Chemicals

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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-202.12(A); Priority; The concentration of the QT sanitizer solution in the wiping cloth buckets was over the maximum limit of 400ppm. Poisonous/toxic materials shall be: used according to law and the NC Food Code; and used according to manufacturer's use directions included in labeling (minimum of 200ppm not to exceed 400ppm). CDI - Solution diluted to fall within allowable limits.

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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notedCode 3-304.14(E)Cleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14(E); Core; Observed wiping cloth containers stored on the floor. Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food; equipment; and utensils. Move containers off floor and onto shelving.

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 5-402.14Water, plumbing, and sewage

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Sewage & wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

5-402.14; Priority foundation; Currently the vehicle used to move the food truck is not working; therefore the food truck has no way to dispose of wastewater at their commissary. Sewage and other liquid wastes shall be removed from a mobile food establishment at an approved waste servicing area or by a sewage transport vehicle in such a way that a public health hazard or nuisance is not created. Repair vehicle to allow for food truck to move and allow for disposal of wastes properly at commissary. if truck cannot be repaired in time; contact municipality for alternative wastewater disposal options. Follow-up by 2/13/2026.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 5, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 4, 2025

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16(A)(2)Food temperature

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Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; A couple foods in the top section of the prep cooler and a container of raw fish on the counter were holding above 41F; see temperature table. TCS (time/temp control for safety) foods in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI - Lid closed on prep cooler and raw fish returned to refrigerator to continue marinating. Repeat.

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.

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notedCode 7-102.11Chemicals

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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority foundation; A spray bottle with bleach did not have a label. Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. CDI - Spray bottle labeled.

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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notedCode 5-101.11Food source and labeling

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Water and ice from approved source

Inspector’s notes

5-101.11; Priority; Observed long water supply hose on ground and PIC stated that drinking water supply was received from an unprotected water spigot on the side of the building on the nearby gas station. This spigot is not an approved drinking water supply. Drinking water shall be obtained from an approved source that is: A public water system; or a nonpublic water system that is constructed; maintained; and operated according to law. CDI - Educated PIC on requirements for a water supply; water should be acquired and disposed of at the current commissary.

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.

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notedCode 3-305.11Contamination

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Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Observed onions stored on the floor of and other single-use supplies for the food truck stored in a nearby shed with the door open; allowing debris and pests into the area. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: In a clean; dry location; where it is not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Do not store food and supplies for the food truck in an unapproved shed; all of these items not in the truck should be stored at the current commissary.

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 5-303.12Water, plumbing, and sewage

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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-303.12; Core; Observed the black cap of the wastewater outlet off and on the ground. A cap and keeper chain; closed cabinet; closed storage tube; or other approved protective cover or device shall be provided for a water inlet; outlet; and hose. Replace cap and keep covered unless disposing of wastewater.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 30, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11Other

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Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-302.11; Priority Foundation; Observed open package of raw bacon stored inside lexan pan with open package of hot dogs and deli turkey wrapped in saran wrap. Food shall be protected from cross contamination: Separate raw animal foods during storage; preparation; holding; and display from: raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or; or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables. Manager separated raw items from cooked product.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Observed green salsa; beans; and pico holding above 41F. TCS food shall be held at 41F or below. Items discarded.

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notedCode 3-501.18Food source and labeling

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Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.18; Priority; Observed no date marking for open package of turkey. Observed hot dogs with date mark 1/9/25.Food shall be discarded if it: (1) Exceeds the temperature and time combination; except time that the product is frozen; P (2) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (3) Is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds a temperature and time combination as specified. Item discarded.

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.

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notedCode 3-302.15Other

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Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s notes

3-302.15; Core; Observed produce stickers on washed; cut; RTE avocados held inside cold top stations. Raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption; 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. Remove stickers before washing all produce.