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Taqueria Latin - Mex

6141 S Loop E, Houston, TX 77087
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria Latin - Mex has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 4, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

“Hand-washing sink installation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Houston average 88, so Taqueria Latin - Mex is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
95
Jun 23, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
Jan 17, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
95
Aug 17, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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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. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(f)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
90
Jun 25, 2024
Reinspection (002)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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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)
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers.. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(01)
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)
86
Jun 24, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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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)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of the mechanically refrigerated unit and designed to be easily readable.
20-21.03(b)(01)
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
20-21.03(a)(01)
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)
Commissaries. hose used in the cleaning process of mobile food unit not food-grade.
20-22(f)(04)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. (corrected on site)
20-22(d)(05)
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)
The person in charge of the food establishment unable to demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations of the houston food ordinance.
20-53(e)
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Latin - Mex last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Latin - Mex on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Latin - Mex?

Across the inspection record, “hand-washing sink installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Latin - Mex.

How does Taqueria Latin - Mex compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taqueria Latin - Mex most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taqueria Latin - Mex's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Latin - Mex have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Latin - 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.

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