Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen

502 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen five times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 3, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for Houston sits at 88, putting Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 6, 2025
Reinspection (002)
2 minor violations.
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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)
Controlling pests, generally. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by routinely inspecting the premises for the evidence of pests.\r\n
20-21.21(a)(02)
90
Aug 22, 2024
Complaint (003)
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
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”. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Thawing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use not removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration as specified in item (01) of this subsection, or prior to, or immediately upon completion of thawing using procedures specified in item (02) of this subsection.
20-21.04(j)
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.
20-21.10(a)
Materials; general. sponges. sponges used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces.
20-21.10(a)(07)
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.
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
74
Dec 9, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
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.
20-21.10(a)
90
Dec 7, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen 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 Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Interio Bar Mexican Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.