El Rincon De Mexico Taqueria Et Tortilleria
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
11
Score
El Rincon De Mexico Taqueria Et Tortilleria, located at 12825 S Post Oak in Houston, TX, underwent a high-risk inspection on March 17, 2026, with a score of 11. This inspection identified 7 critical, 3 major, and 17 minor violations, including issues with operating permits and the availability of soap and disposable towels at handwashing sinks. While the most recent inspection indicated numerous concerns, the facility has a historical pattern of mostly low-risk inspections across its 8 scored visits.
8
Inspections
7
Critical latest
3
Major latest
17
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Reinspection (002)
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 17 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
11
Nov 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 23, 2025
Reinspection (002)
26 minor violations.
27
Jun 30, 2025
Reinspection (002)
25 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.
29
Apr 12, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
11 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
58
Oct 2, 2024
Reinspection (002)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
82
Sep 29, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
9 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
64
Jan 10, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
82
Violations — Mar 17, 2026 Inspection
Operating without a valid permit
8-301.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12(A)
Cooking or baking equipment not cleaned every 24 hours
4-602.12(A)
The original food manager certificate shall be posted in the food establishment in a location that is conspicuous to consumers.
TAC-228.31(a)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
3-501.14(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
3-501.18(A)
Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions
7-202.12(A)(1)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
Packaged food in direct contact with water or ice
3-303.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
2-402.11
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
4-402.11(A)(3)
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
4-101.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
4-101.19
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
5-202.13
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: (b)with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment
5-501.113
Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place
5-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114(A)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
6-303.11(C)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
6-303.11(B)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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