Home› Texas› Houston› El Taconazo

El Taconazo

7750 Long Point Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, El Taconazo has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 5, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “using chemicals for sanitization”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
90
Jun 23, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
General. container of food not stored in the manner that protects food from splash and other contamination.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Temperature measuring device, food. food temperature measuring devices accurate to ±02°f in the intended range of use not provided / not used to assure attainment and maintenance of proper internal cooking, holding, or refrigeration temperatures of all time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food if the thermometers are scaled only in fahrenheit. if the thermometers are scaled in celsius or dually scaled, they shall be accurate to ±01°c in the intended range of use. a temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses not provided / not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods, such as meat patties and fish fillets.
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)
Water under pressure. food establishment operating without hot and/or cold water under pressure. hot and/or cold water not available at establishment
20-21.15(c)
Sanitation. cap and keeper chain / closed cabinet / closed storage tube / other approved protective cover / device not provided for each water inlet / outlet / hose.
20-22(d)(02)e
Sanitation. discharging liquid waste of the mobile food unit while in motion or at operational location.
20-22(d)(04)
70
Apr 1, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
90
Sep 19, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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 nonabsorbent.
20-21.22(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
90
Apr 12, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
86
Jan 3, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Cleaning frequency. food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles, and similar cooking devices and the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens not cleaned at least once a day; except that this shall not apply to hot oil cooking and hot oil filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified in subsection (f) of this section. the food-contact surfaces of all cooking equipment shall be kept free of crusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil.
20-21.11(a)(06)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Sanitation. owner / operator of mobile food unit serving / storing / displaying food / beverages on attached device / equipment intended to increase selling / serving / displaying capacity. (corrected on site)
20-22(d)(07)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Taconazo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Taconazo on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Taconazo?

Across the inspection record, “using chemicals for sanitization” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Taconazo.

How does El Taconazo compare to other restaurants in Houston?

El Taconazo most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has El Taconazo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Taconazo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Taconazo 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 Taconazo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Taconazo is inspected around four times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants
Jumma Food
1302 Blalock
Score: 100 — Low Risk
Freebirds World Burrito
9774 Katy Fwy
Score: 100 — Low Risk
The Zone Sports Bar and Grill
8520 Hammerly Blvd
Score: 100 — Low Risk
Explore More
→ All locations in Houston → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Texas → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Houston
forkgrade — Public health inspection data for food establishments across the US
About Methodology Privacy Policy