Ay' Caramba

12053 Beamer Rd, Houston, TX 77089
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Ay' Caramba appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 22, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “refrigerated storage”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 22, 2025
Reinspection (002)
2 minor violations.
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Storage. outside storage areas / enclosures not constructed of durable and cleanable material / not large enough to store the garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse containers that accumulate / not kept clean.
20-21.20(b)(03)
Openings. perimeter walls / roof not effectively protecting the establishment from the weather.
20-21.21(b)
90
Oct 10, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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General. food not in sound condition / safe for human consumption / free from spoilage, filth, other contaminants. food prepared in or obtained from an unlicensed private home or other unlicensed food establishment is considered to be from an unapproved source and may not be used or offered for sale for human consumption in or from a food establishment. (corrected on site)
20-21.01(a)
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Toilet room. toilet facility / vestibule, not kept clean / not in good repair / not free of objectionable odors.
20-21.18(c)
Storage. outside storage areas / enclosures not constructed of durable and cleanable material / not large enough to store the garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse containers that accumulate / not kept clean.
20-21.20(b)(03)
Openings. perimeter walls / roof not effectively protecting the establishment from the weather.
20-21.21(b)
78
Mar 12, 2025
Complaint (003)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
Toilet room. toilet facility / vestibule, not kept clean / not in good repair / not free of objectionable odors.
20-21.18(c)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
Special ventilation. cooking equipment not provided with a ventilation hood / not installed in the manner required by all applicable laws. this subsection does not apply to microwave ovens / electric convection ovens of approved types / electric rice cookers / ovens of approved types.
20-21.25(b)(05)
82
Dec 13, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
20-21.03(b)(09)
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Cleaning frequency. nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment not cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris.
20-21.11(a)(07)
86
Dec 8, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
Hair restraint. while handling food or utensils, food employees not wearing effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair to prevent the contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint means any cap / hat / hair net made of fabric / cord / plastic / paper that effectively covers and holds hair in place. the use of effective hair restraints also applies to any exposed scalp or facial hair where there is the potential for contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint shall also be used in the partial or complete absence of scalp hair to preclude touching of the scalp and returning to food handling without hand-washing. facial hair restraints are not be required when facial hair is well-groomed and trimmed. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(f)
General. food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with operations of the establishment not kept free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer in use.
20-21.28(a)(01)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ay' Caramba last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ay' Caramba on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ay' Caramba?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ay' Caramba.

How does Ay' Caramba compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Ay' Caramba most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Ay' Caramba's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ay' Caramba have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ay' Caramba means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Ay' Caramba inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ay' Caramba is inspected around three times per year on average.