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Pupuseria La Placita

3602 Campbell, Houston, TX 77080
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 11 inspections at Pupuseria La Placita stretching back to 2024. On Feb 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

“Temperature measuring device, food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Pupuseria La Placita's latest score of 100 sits above the Houston average of 88. The record reflects steady performance over time.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2024
Complaint (003)
2 minor violations.
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Temperature measuring device, food. no temperature measuring device provided to assure attainment / maintenance of proper internal / holding refrigerated temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food.
20-21.04(i)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
90
Jun 20, 2024
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Apr 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 15, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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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)
Operating a mobile food service unit without a valid medallion.
20-37(b)
90
Jan 19, 2024
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Jan 9, 2024
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)
Temperature measuring device, food. no temperature measuring device provided to assure attainment / maintenance of proper internal / holding refrigerated temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food.
20-21.04(i)
Time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. except when time is used as a public health control as specified in section 20-21.02(a)(02) of this code, time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be kept at an internal temperature of 41°f (05°c) or below or at a temperature of 135°f (57°c) or above during display and service, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in table 20-21.04-3 of this code or reheated as specified in table 20-21.04-01 of this code may be held for service at a temperature of 130°f (54°c) or above
20-21.05(a)
Water under pressure. hot water is less 100°f (38°c). minimum acceptable temperature is 110°f (43°c) except as specified in section 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code. hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demand throughout the food establishment.
20-21.15(c)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
General. equipment / utensils not in current use not stored in a clean and sanitary condition.
20-21.28(a)(03)
70
Jan 5, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pupuseria La Placita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pupuseria La Placita on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pupuseria La Placita?

Across the inspection record, “temperature measuring device, food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pupuseria La Placita.

How does Pupuseria La Placita compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Pupuseria La Placita most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Pupuseria La Placita's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pupuseria La Placita have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pupuseria La Placita 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 Pupuseria La Placita inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pupuseria La Placita is inspected around five times per year on average.

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