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Coco Loco & Taco Loco (Wcid #1103)

2161 S Wilmington St

Last inspected Oct 14, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Score 97

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Quick Answers

When was Coco Loco & Taco Loco (Wcid #1103) last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 14, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 97” (official score 97).
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?: 3 inspections on record, from May 5, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026.
Has Coco Loco & Taco Loco (Wcid #1103) ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 5, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

1 - Inspection

Oct 14, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode Labels on containers 4-601.11 (A) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

Labels on containers 4-601.11 (A) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (Pf) Several plastic pans stored as clean were soiled with label residue. EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC had employee wash and sanitize the pans to remove label residue.

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 3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Containers of produce stored on the floor. A) Except as specified in par. (B) and (C) of this sectionContamination

Official Wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s Notes

3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Containers of produce stored on the floor. A) Except as specified in par. (B) and (C) of this section; FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. PIC moved containers to a shelf 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.

More about food not protected from contamination

notedCode 4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe PCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P; (B) Durable; Corrosion-Resistant; (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable; and (E) Resistant to damage. Several tortillas stored inside a small; noncommercial cooler that is not designed to be thoroughly washed and sanitized as a food-contact surface. Please replace this cooler with a small rice cooker or a similar item that can hold tortillas as well as being thoroughly cleaned. Scratched and scored cutting boards

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 14, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 2, 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 2, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 5, 2025

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s Notes

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use (Pf): Handwashing sink blocked by several items such as cleaning items and plastic containers. CDI: Items removed when asked. Reminder to keep handwashing sink accessible at all times.

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 separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef; fish; lamb; pork; and poultry during storage; preparation; holding; and display. (P): Large carton of shell eggs stored inside reach-in cooler over bagged rice and produce. CDI: Eggs moved to lower shelving; storage order chart supplied by EC Wall for further reference.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode 3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C): Large bag of white onions stored directly on the ground inside planter area just outside of entry way to food truck. Several plantsContamination

Official Wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s Notes

3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C): Large bag of white onions stored directly on the ground inside planter area just outside of entry way to food truck. Several plants; bugs; and dirt in contact with produce in this area. CDI: Onions removed to staff's personal vehicle.

In Plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

notedCode —Other

Official Wording

Washing fruits & vegetables

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.15 Wash fruits and vegetables prior to use. Stickers left on several avocados in service. Please make sure to remove the stickers during produce washing process.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode 4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe PCleaning 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 5, 2025 · Original Source