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Taco Bell 36440

13470 East Fwy, Houston, TX 77015
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Taco Bell 36440 appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 16, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “plumbing fixture installation” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Houston restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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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)
Containers. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs not in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
90
Feb 23, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
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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.
20-21.11(a)(07)
Containers. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs not in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Containers. containers used in food preparation / utensil-washing areas not kept covered after they are filled.
20-21.20(a)(02)
82
Oct 29, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 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)
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)
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)
Containers. containers used in food preparation / utensil-washing areas not kept covered after they are filled.
20-21.20(a)(02)
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)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
70
Dec 15, 2023
Complaint (003)
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell 36440 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell 36440 on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell 36440?

Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell 36440.

How does Taco Bell 36440 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taco Bell 36440 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Taco Bell 36440's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell 36440 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell 36440 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 Taco Bell 36440 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell 36440 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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