Linda's Tropical Fruit
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
86
Score
Across the available record, Linda's Tropical Fruit has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Linda's Tropical Fruit was last inspected on Dec 1, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
Among Houston restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
5
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 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)
Hair restraint. while handling food or utensils, food employees not wearing effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair to prevent the contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint means any cap / hat / hair net made of fabric / cord / plastic / paper that effectively covers and holds hair in place. the use of effective hair restraints also applies to any exposed scalp or facial hair where there is the potential for contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint shall also be used in the partial or complete absence of scalp hair to preclude touching of the scalp and returning to food handling without hand-washing. facial hair restraints are not be required when facial hair is well-groomed and trimmed.
(corrected on site)
20-21.08(f)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
86
Jan 12, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
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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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
86
Aug 24, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 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)
General. food not obtained from sources that comply with all laws relating to food and food labeling as defined in tfer 228.78 and 228.79.
20-21.01(a)
Hair restraint. while handling food or utensils, food employees not wearing effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair to prevent the contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint means any cap / hat / hair net made of fabric / cord / plastic / paper that effectively covers and holds hair in place. the use of effective hair restraints also applies to any exposed scalp or facial hair where there is the potential for contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint shall also be used in the partial or complete absence of scalp hair to preclude touching of the scalp and returning to food handling without hand-washing. facial hair restraints are not be required when facial hair is well-groomed and trimmed.
(corrected on site)
20-21.08(f)
Disposal, frequency. refuse / recyclables / returnables not removed from the premises at a frequency that minimizes the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents.
20-21.20(c)(01)
82
Aug 14, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
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General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Openings. openings to the outside not effectively protected against the entrance of rodents.
20-21.21(b)
Food establishment being constructed /remodeled / altered without plans and specification approved by the health officer
20-25(a)
86
Jan 8, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Linda's Tropical Fruit last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Linda's Tropical Fruit on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Linda's Tropical Fruit compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Linda's Tropical Fruit most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.
Has Linda's Tropical Fruit's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Linda's Tropical Fruit have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Linda's Tropical Fruit 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 Linda's Tropical Fruit inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Linda's Tropical Fruit is inspected around three times per year on average.
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