Tacos Aracely's

8507 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX 77022
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Tacos Aracely's has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 7, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “plumbing fixture installation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Tacos Aracely's scores about where you'd expect for a Houston restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
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)
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)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
86
Apr 4, 2025
Reinspection (002)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
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”. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
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)
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 23, 2025
Reinspection (002)
8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 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)
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 requirements. eggs. in a food establishment that serves a highly susceptible population, pasteurized shell eggs / pasteurized liquid, frozen or dry eggs / egg products not substituted for shell eggs in the preparation of foods such as caesar salad / hollandaise or béarnaise sauce / mayonnaise / meringue / eggnog / ice cream / egg fortified beverages / other similar foods. this part [02] does not apply if the raw eggs are combined immediately before cooking for one consumer serving at a single meal, cooked as specified under section 20-21.04(c)(01)a of this code, and served immediately, such as for an omelet, souffle, or scrambled eggs / the raw eggs are combined as an ingredient immediately before baking and the egg mixture is thoroughly cooked to a ready to eat form such as in a cake / muffins / bread or the preparation of the food is conducted under a haccp plan. (corrected on site)
20-21.01(b)(04)b[01]
Cross contamination. except as specified in subitem c of this item, food not protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding and display from: raw ready to eat foods including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish or other raw ready to eat food such as vegetables; cooked ready to eat foods. frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready to eat food. (corrected on site)
20-21.02(b)(01)
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
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)
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)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
67
Sep 21, 2024
Reinspection (002)
7 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Special requirements. eggs. in a food establishment that serves a highly susceptible population, pasteurized shell eggs / pasteurized liquid, frozen or dry eggs / egg products not substituted for shell eggs in the preparation of foods such as caesar salad / hollandaise or béarnaise sauce / mayonnaise / meringue / eggnog / ice cream / egg fortified beverages / other similar foods. this part [02] does not apply if the raw eggs are combined immediately before cooking for one consumer serving at a single meal, cooked as specified under section 20-21.04(c)(01)a of this code, and served immediately, such as for an omelet, souffle, or scrambled eggs / the raw eggs are combined as an ingredient immediately before baking and the egg mixture is thoroughly cooked to a ready to eat form such as in a cake / muffins / bread or the preparation of the food is conducted under a haccp plan. (corrected on site)
20-21.01(b)(04)b[01]
Refrigerated storage. rapid cooling temperatures. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cooled from 135°f (21° c) to 41°f (5°c) or below within 6 hours. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(02)a
General. container of food not stored in the manner that protects food from splash and other contamination. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
General. food employees not keeping their hands and exposed portions of their arms clean. food employees not thoroughly washing their hands and the exposed portions of their arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands and arms) for at least 20 seconds with a cleaning compound in a lavatory that is equipped as specified in section 20-21.19 of this code. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(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)
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)
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 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Aracely's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos Aracely's on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos Aracely's?

Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tacos Aracely's.

How does Tacos Aracely's compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Tacos Aracely's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 87.

Has Tacos Aracely's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tacos Aracely's 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 Tacos Aracely's 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 Tacos Aracely's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos Aracely's is inspected around three times per year on average.