El Paraiso Mexican Cafe
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
82
Score
El Paraiso Mexican Cafe appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Nov 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Plumbing fixture installation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 88, which El Paraiso Mexican Cafe's 82 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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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
Refrigerated storage. perishable food being stored at temperatures not protecting against spoilage.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(06)
Cleaning frequency. dry cleaning. surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cleaned in equipment such as ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. this subsection does not apply when dry cleaning methods are used as specified in subitems a and b of this item.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers.
(corrected on site)
20-21.20(a)(03)
82
Mar 11, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
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Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
82
Aug 13, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
95
Feb 20, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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General. container of food not stored in the manner that protects food from splash and other contamination.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Materials; general. multi-use equipment and utensils not designed, constructed and repaired with safe materials, including finishing materials / not corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent / not smooth, easily cleanable and durable under conditions of normal use.
(corrected on site)
20-21.10(a)
Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(c)(02)
Water under pressure. water under pressure and at required temperature not provided to all fixtures and equipment that use water. if hot water is used, it shall be at least 110°f (43°c) except as specified in sections 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code.
(corrected on site)
20-21.15(c)
Hand-washing aids and devices, use restrictions. sink used for food preparation / utensil-washing / service sink / curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes, may not be provided with hand-washing aids / devices required for a hand-washing sink as specified in subsection (c) of this section.
20-21.19(f)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies.
20-21.28(e)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Paraiso Mexican Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Paraiso Mexican Cafe on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Paraiso Mexican Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Paraiso Mexican Cafe.
How does El Paraiso Mexican Cafe compare to other restaurants in Houston?
El Paraiso Mexican Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has El Paraiso Mexican Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Paraiso Mexican Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Paraiso Mexican Cafe 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 El Paraiso Mexican Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Paraiso Mexican Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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