Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Tikila Tacos Mezcal

Name: Tikila Tacos Mezcal
Address: 1030 Forestville Rd, Wake County, NC

1030 Forestville Rd

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

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 8, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

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; Cooked onions on prep table on the makeline found in a container of water (ice had melted) at 61F. PIC stated that cooked onions are maintained in a ice bath and ice is replenished every two hours. Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. CDI- Onions were voluntarily discarded and new onions were cooked. *Discussed another option with PIC to keep grilled onions hot in the steam table at +135F.

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 7-209.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-209.11; Core; Small container of TUMS found stored commingling with ingredients on dry storage rack. Employees shall store their personal care items in lockers or other suitable facilities. CDI- TUMS container was relocated.

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

1 - Inspection

Jul 29, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; Bucket of food was being prepared directly in front of the handwashing sink. Handwashing sink was blocked and employees were not able to wash hands. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CDI- Food was relocated.

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

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.114; Priority; Sanitizer concentration in dish machine tested at 0ppm chlorine. Chlorine sanitizer shall maintain a concentration between 50-200ppm. CDI- It was determined that there was no concentrate in the line due to the placement of the concentrate container. Container was properly affixed and machine was primed. Solution is now dispensing at 100ppm chlorine.

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 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Bucket of food was being mixed on crate directly in front of a handwashing sink with no splashguards- where contamination can occur. 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 prepare food in this area. CDI- Food was relocated to prep table.

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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criticalCode 4-101.11(A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-101.11(A); Priority; Some large white chip containers were NSF certified but other containers that were used for direct contact of chips did not have approval stating that they were food-grade. These gray containers looked the exact same as the ones that were being used as garbage cans. Food contact surfaces shall be made of safe materials. VR- EHS will return by Friday (8/1) to verify compliance of this violation.

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 29, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 8, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 7-102.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-102.11; Priority foundation; Two spray bottles of sanitizer were not labeled. Working containers of cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be labeled with the name of the material. CDI - The spray bottles were labeled. 7-207.11 (B); Priority; A bottle of hydrogen peroxide and package of Alka Seltzer were stored on the rack above a prep table. Store labeled; employee medications to prevent contamination of food; equipment; and other food service related items. CDI- The items were relocated to the office.

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 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.114; Core; The drain plug is missing from the garbage dumpster. Dumpsters and waste containers with drains shall have drain plugs in place. *PIC sent a text message to landlord requesting the waste management company replace drain plug.

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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notedCode 6-403.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-403.11; Core; An employee drink and food were stored on a food prep surface. Employee food/drinks shall be stored in a manner that prevents the contamination of the establishment's food and supplies. CDI- Employee food and drink were moved to the office.

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, Apr 8, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 16, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode NOTE: If you are going to use your dial top of digital thermometer- rememberEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

NOTE: If you are going to use your dial top of digital thermometer- remember; when calibrating it must reach 32F in ice-water.

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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notedCode —Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Dumpster not assessed due to heavy rain during inspection.

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 —Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-403.11 Designated Areas - Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking / smoking (C) Employee bakery purchase was stored beside and above food and supplies on the dry goods rack where the flour and spray release are stored. Employee food and drinks shall be stored in a manner that prevents the contamination of the restaurant's food and supplies. CDI- Employee foods was moved to the bottom shelf. corrected during inspection

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, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 29, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 3-501.13Food temperature

Official wording

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector’s notes

3-501.13 ; Core; Vacuum sealed fish in the walk-in cooler that was still frozen did not have a slit/hole in the packaging. Vacuum sealed fish shall be removed from packaging or allow for the flow of oxygen during the thawing process. CDI- Education and the packages were slit.

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minorCode 3-302.12Food source and labeling

Official wording

Food properly labeled: original container

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12; Core; A container of cinnamon sugar was not labeled. Containers storing food/food ingredients that have been removed from their original packaging shall be labeled with the common name of the food/food ingredient. CDI- The container was labeled.

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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criticalCode 5-402.11Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Sewage & wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

5-402.11; Priority; The discharge pipes of the dish machine were in the floor drain. A direct connection may not exist between the sewage system (discharge pipe) and a drain originating from equipment in which portable equipment or utensils are placed. CDI- A zip tie was put on the pipes to create an air gap.

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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minorCode 5-501.111Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111; Core; One of the lids is missing from the trash dumpster. All dumpsters shall be maintained in good repair. Have your landlord contact your waste management company for a replacement.

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, Apr 29, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 4, 2023

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Grill chicken in the hot holding cabinet temped between 127 and 132F; queso on the flattop being held hot temped between 119-121F. TCS foods being held hot shall be maintained at 135F or above. CDI- Foods were reheated to 165F+.

In plain English

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minorCode 3-304.13Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-304.13; Core; Freshly made tortillas were stored with towels around them. Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food unless they are used to line a container for the service of foods and the linen is replaced each time the container is refilled. CDI - Towels were removed; as discussed try parchment; wax or butcher paper.

In plain English

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minorCode 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.114; Core; The drain plug is missing from the trash dumpster. Dumpsters with drains are required to have a drain plug. Have your landlord contact your waste management company for a replacement.

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 6-305.11Facility maintenance

Official wording

Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used

Inspector’s notes

6-305.11; Core; Employee purse and jacket were stored with food and with the linens/towels. Lockers or suitable facilities shall be provided for the orderly storage of employee clothing and possessions. CDI - Items relocated to shelving.

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, Dec 4, 2023 · Original Source