Taco Bell 35713

3720 Old Spanish Trl, Houston, TX 77021
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Taco Bell 35713, the earliest from 2024. Taco Bell 35713 was last inspected on Nov 19, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented. (corrected on site)
20-19(d)
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
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. (corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(07)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
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 kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
70
Jan 4, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
90
Apr 23, 2024
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)
Special ventilation. intake and exhaust air ducts not maintained to prevent the entrance of dust / dirt / other contaminating materials.
20-21.25(b)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell 35713 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell 35713 on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Taco Bell 35713 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taco Bell 35713 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taco Bell 35713's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taco Bell 35713 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taco Bell 35713 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taco Bell 35713 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell 35713 is inspected around two times per year on average.