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Taqueria Christal Tex Mex

5550 Homestead Rd, Houston, TX 77028
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Taqueria Christal Tex Mex stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “applicability of article” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Houston restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Complaint (003)
3 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)
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)
Issuance of medallions. operating a mobile food unit without a medallion.
20-22(c)(01)
86
Jul 1, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
Jan 10, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
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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. supply of hand-cleansing liquid / powder / bar soap not available at each hand-washing sink or group of two adjacent hand-washing sinks.
20-21.19(c)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Sanitation. garbage and refuse storage facility for customer use not attached to the exterior of the mobile food unit / not insect and rodent-proof.
20-22(d)(05)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
78
Apr 6, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
90
Dec 8, 2023
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
View 4 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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Issuance of medallions. mobile food unit operator failed to demonstrate mobility when requested by the health officer/peace officer.
20-22(c)(07)
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Christal Tex Mex last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Christal Tex Mex on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Christal Tex Mex?

Across the inspection record, “applicability of article” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Christal Tex Mex.

How does Taqueria Christal Tex Mex compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taqueria Christal Tex Mex most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Taqueria Christal Tex Mex's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Christal Tex Mex have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Christal Tex Mex 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 Christal Tex Mex inspected?

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

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