Puro Norte Botanero Live Music

101 E Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77076
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 24, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Puro Norte Botanero Live Music has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Oct 24, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 24, 2025
Reinspection (002)
3 minor violations. 1 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. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(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)
86
Sep 17, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
12 minor violations.
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Food establishment construction / remodeling / alterations begun before submitting properly prepared plans / specifications for approval.
20-25(a)
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
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
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)
Dispensing utensils. no suitable dispensing utensils provided for employees / consumers during pauses in food preparation / dispensing.
20-21.05(f)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
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]
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Labeling of materials. containers of poisonous / toxic materials / personal care items not prominently / distinctly labeled according to law for easy identification of contents.
20-21.27(b)
55
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Puro Norte Botanero Live Music last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Puro Norte Botanero Live Music on file is from Oct 24, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Puro Norte Botanero Live Music compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Puro Norte Botanero Live Music most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Puro Norte Botanero Live Music's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Puro Norte Botanero Live Music have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Puro Norte Botanero Live Music means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.