Envios El Paisa

5860 Ranchester, Houston, TX 77036
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Envios El Paisa. The most recent report on file is from Sep 23, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly 15 violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “temperature and pressure measuring devices”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Temperature and pressure measuring devices. ambient air and water temperature measuring devices that are scaled only in fahrenheit not accurate to ± 3°f in the intended range of use.
20-21.10(f)
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.
20-21.15(c)
Areas / enclosures / receptacles, good repair. storage areas / enclosures / receptacles for refuse / recyclables / returnables not maintained in good repair.
20-21.20(f)
86
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
15 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented.
20-19(d)
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.
20-21.01(a)
General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
20-21.07(a)(03)
Temperature and pressure measuring devices. ambient air and water temperature measuring devices that are scaled only in fahrenheit not accurate to ± 3°f in the intended range of use.
20-21.10(f)
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)
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.
20-21.15(c)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Toilet room. toilet room not provided with tight-fitting / self-closing / solid doors, which shall be closed except during cleaning or maintenance except that this requirement does not apply to a toilet room that is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall or stadium-type facilities.
20-21.18(c)
Toilet fixtures. toilet room not provided with at least one covered waste receptacle.
20-21.18(d)
Hand-washing sink supplies. supply of hand-cleansing liquid / powder / bar soap not available at each hand-washing sink or group of two adjacent hand-washing sinks.
20-21.19(c)
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)
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)
Areas / enclosures / receptacles, good repair. storage areas / enclosures / receptacles for refuse / recyclables / returnables not maintained in good repair.
20-21.20(f)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
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)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Envios El Paisa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Envios El Paisa on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Envios El Paisa?

Across the inspection record, “temperature and pressure measuring devices” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Envios El Paisa.

How does Envios El Paisa compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Envios El Paisa most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Envios El Paisa's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Envios El Paisa have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 15 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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