Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca

2301 Airline Dr, Houston, TX 77009

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. On Oct 31, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “hand-washing sink installation” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Houston sits at 88, putting Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 31, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 19, 2025

Complaint (003)

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Materials; general. multi-use equipment and utensils not designed, constructed and repaired with safe materials, including finishing materials / not corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent / not smooth, easily cleanable and durable under conditions of normal use.

20-21.10(a)

Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)

20-21.19(a)

Controlling pests, generally. premises not kept in such condition as to prevent the harborage or feeding of insects or rodents.

20-21.21(a)

Mar 4, 2025

Complaint (003)

3 minor violations.

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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)

Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.

20-21.25(b)(03)

Sep 20, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

3 minor violations.

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Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.

20-21.25(b)(03)

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.

20-21.19(a)

Mar 6, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

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)

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.

20-21.25(b)(03)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca?

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

How does Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca 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 Y Pupuseria La Copaneca inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Y Pupuseria La Copaneca is inspected around three times per year on average.

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