Taquerai El Pitayito

15902 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77053
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Taquerai El Pitayito appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2025. Taquerai El Pitayito was last inspected on Dec 16, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “applicability of article”, showing up three times.

Among Houston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Taquerai El Pitayito is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 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)
Operating a mobile food service unit without a valid medallion.
20-37(b)
90
Aug 21, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
May 13, 2025
Reinspection (002)
2 minor violations.
View 2 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)
Servicing of mobile food units by commissaries; servicing records. failure of mobile food unit to return to the commissary for the performance of all servicing operations within the 24-hour period preceding operations.
20-22(e)(01)c
90
May 8, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 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)
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)
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)
General. enough potable water for the needs of the food establishment not provided from a source constructed and operated according to all applicable laws.
20-21.15(a)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
Servicing of mobile food units by commissaries; servicing records. failure of mobile food unit to return to the commissary for the performance of all servicing operations within the 24-hour period preceding operations.
20-22(e)(01)c
74
Jan 14, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 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”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Temperature measuring device, food. food temperature measuring devices accurate to ±02°f in the intended range of use not provided / not used to assure attainment and maintenance of proper internal cooking, holding, or refrigeration temperatures of all time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food if the thermometers are scaled only in fahrenheit. if the thermometers are scaled in celsius or dually scaled, they shall be accurate to ±01°c in the intended range of use. a temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses not provided / not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods, such as meat patties and fish fillets.
20-21.04(i)
Using chemicals for sanitization. when using chemicals for sanitization, a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter not provided and used.
20-21.12(g)
Hand-washing sink supplies. when disposable towels are used, easily cleanable waste receptacles not conveniently located near the hand-washing facilities.
20-21.19(c)
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)
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. (corrected on site)
20-21.23(g)
Issuance of medallions. operator of mobile food unit failed to display in the mobile food unit in plain view of the public the proof of restroom availibility statement. (corrected on site)
20-22(c)(05)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taquerai El Pitayito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taquerai El Pitayito on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taquerai El Pitayito?

Across the inspection record, “applicability of article” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taquerai El Pitayito.

How does Taquerai El Pitayito compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taquerai El Pitayito most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taquerai El Pitayito's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taquerai El Pitayito have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taquerai El Pitayito means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.