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Taqueria El Taco Rico

Houston, Houston, TX 77031
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Taqueria El Taco Rico has seven inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 11, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Applicability of article” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Houston sits at 88, putting Taqueria El Taco Rico on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 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)
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)
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
Apr 19, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 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)
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)
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)
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
78
Aug 13, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Refrigerated storage. methods for rapid cooling. approved methods for rapid cooling not utilized. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(03)
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) and ready to eat food stored at 41°f (5°c) for more than seven days.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Storage. facilities for the storage of knives, forks, and spoons shall be designed and used to present the handle to the employee or consumer.
20-21.14(b)(03)
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. 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)
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria El Taco Rico last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Taco Rico on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Taco Rico?

Across the inspection record, “applicability of article” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Taco Rico.

How does Taqueria El Taco Rico compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taqueria El Taco Rico most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taqueria El Taco Rico's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria El Taco Rico have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria El Taco Rico 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 El Taco Rico inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Taco Rico is inspected around five times per year on average.

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