La Pupusa Rica
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025
86
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at La Pupusa Rica, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Sep 23, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “refrigerated storage” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 23, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(09)
General. container of food not stored in the manner that protects food from splash and other contamination.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
86
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 6, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
General. container of food not stored in the manner that protects food from splash and other contamination.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. each mechanically refrigerated facility storing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be provided with numerically scaled indicating thermometer, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only. . recording thermometers, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only, may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers. thermometers that are scaled in celsius or dually scaled in celsius and fahrenheit shall be designed to be easily readable and accurate to ±(1.05°c) in the intended range of use.
20-21.03(b)(01)
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)
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]
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Signs clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within not conspicuously posted at every entrance to a public place.
21-244(b)
70
Oct 15, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(09)
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)
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]
Removing dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests. dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents the accumulation or attraction of pests and minimizes exposure to decomposing remains.
20-21.21(d)
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 kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
74
Mar 7, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
20-21.03(b)(09)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
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)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Pupusa Rica last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Pupusa Rica on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Pupusa Rica?
Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Pupusa Rica.
How does La Pupusa Rica compare to other restaurants in Houston?
La Pupusa Rica most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.
Has La Pupusa Rica's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Pupusa Rica have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Pupusa Rica 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 La Pupusa Rica inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Pupusa Rica is inspected around three times per year on average.
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