El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2

12528 Market St, Houston, TX 77015
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jul 7, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Jul 7, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

Looking across the full record, “temperature measuring device, food” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2's 82 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 7, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
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Temperature measuring device, food. no temperature measuring device provided to assure attainment / maintenance of proper internal / holding refrigerated temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food.
20-21.04(i)
Using chemicals for sanitization. when using chemicals for sanitization, a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter not provided and used.
20-21.12(g)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
82
Mar 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 17, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Temperature measuring device, food. no temperature measuring device provided to assure attainment / maintenance of proper internal / holding refrigerated temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food.
20-21.04(i)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 on file is from Jul 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2?

Across the inspection record, “temperature measuring device, food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2.

How does El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Amigo Pollos Asados Al Carbon #2 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.