The Taco Connection

1635 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Taco Connection four times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 16, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about two violations before that.

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, where the average is 88, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 13, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations.

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General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..

20-21.03(a)(01)

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

General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.

20-21.07(a)(03)

Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.

20-21.19(g)

Jun 24, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.

20-21.23(a)

Jun 5, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented.

20-19(d)

General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.

20-21.07(a)(03)

Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.

20-21.23(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Taco Connection last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Taco Connection on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does The Taco Connection compare to other restaurants in Houston?

The Taco Connection most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has The Taco Connection's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Taco Connection have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Taco Connection 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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