Taqueria Spirit
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Taqueria Spirit 11 times, with records going back to 2024. On Nov 10, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to four violations.
“Applicability of article” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Houston facility scores 88, putting Taqueria Spirit on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
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)
General. enough potable water for the needs of the food establishment not provided from a source constructed and operated according to all applicable laws.
20-21.15(a)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.
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
Operating a mobile food service unit without a valid medallion.
20-37(b)
78
Jul 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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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.
20-21.21(b)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
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 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.
20-21.08(c)
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)
74
Feb 28, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Reinspection (002)
2 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)
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
90
Feb 8, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 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)
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.
20-21.21(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 nonabsorbent.
(corrected on site)
20-21.22(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
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
78
May 16, 2024
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
May 11, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
9 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)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.
20-21.19(a)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
Openings. screens for windows / doors / skylights / transoms / intake and exhaust air ducts / other openings to the outside not tight-fitting and free of breaks. screening materials shall not be less than sixteen mesh to the inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm).
20-21.21(b)
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
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)
Sanitation. water from unapproved source being water used for the mobile food unit.
20-22(d)(02)
Operating a mobile food service unit without a valid medallion.
20-37(b)
Threatening to introduce, introducing or causing to be introduced into the municipal separate storm sewer system (ms4)any discharge that is not composed entirely of storm water.
47-741(a)
64
Apr 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Spirit last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Spirit on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Spirit?
Across the inspection record, “applicability of article” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Spirit.
How does Taqueria Spirit compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Taqueria Spirit most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has Taqueria Spirit's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Spirit have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Spirit 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 Spirit inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Spirit is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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