Taqueria Anabel

4802 Larkin St, Houston, TX 77007
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria Anabel has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 6, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

“Temperature measuring device, food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 88. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
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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.
20-21.08(f)
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)
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)
Sanitation. cap and keeper chain / closed cabinet / closed storage tube / other approved protective cover / device not provided for each water inlet / outlet / hose.
20-22(d)(02)e
82
Nov 14, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
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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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
86
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 4, 2024
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Dec 29, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
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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)
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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
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
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Anabel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Anabel on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Anabel?

Across the inspection record, “temperature measuring device, food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Anabel.

How does Taqueria Anabel compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taqueria Anabel most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taqueria Anabel's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Anabel have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Anabel 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 Taqueria Anabel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Anabel is inspected around three times per year on average.