Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2

12720 Hempstead Rd, Houston, TX 77092
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 3, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “using chemicals for sanitization”, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Houston restaurant scores 88. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95
Mar 19, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Refrigerated storage. methods for rapid cooling. person in charge not ensuring that employees are using proper methods to rapidly cool time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) foods.
20-21.03(b)(03)
Materials; general. gloves. single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready to eat food or with raw animal food. they shall be used for no other purpose and shall be discarded when interruptions occur in the operation or when damaged or soiled. unless covered with a single-use glove, slash-resistant gloves and cloth gloves may not be used in direct contact with ready to eat food unless the slash-resistant gloves have a smooth, durable and nonabsorbent outer surface. slash-resistant gloves and cloth gloves may be used with food that is subsequently cooked.
20-21.10(a)(08)
Cleaning frequency. kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment not washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use and following any interruption of operations during which time contamination may have occurred.
20-21.11(a)(02)
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)
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.
20-22(c)(05)
78
Dec 17, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 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. 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)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means. (corrected on site)
20-21.21(b)
78
Oct 19, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
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)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means. (corrected on site)
20-21.21(b)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation. (corrected on site)
20-21.25(b)(03)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
82
Apr 23, 2024
Complaint (003)
No violations found.
100
Mar 9, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Special hand-wash procedure. when not utilizing suitable utensils or single-use gloves when handling ready to eat foods employees not washing hands as described under subsection (a) and not compling with the procedure specified in section 20-21.02(c)(04) of this code. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(c)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
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)
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2?

Across the inspection record, “using chemicals for sanitization” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2.

How does Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 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 Hecho En Mexico #2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Hecho En Mexico #2 is inspected around four times per year on average.