El Meson
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
70
Score
El Meson, located at 2425 University Blvd in Houston, TX, underwent a moderate risk inspection on January 28, 2026. This inspection identified seven minor violations, including issues with refrigerated storage and date marking of ready-to-eat foods, as well as concerns regarding the materials used for multi-use equipment and the cleaning frequency of nonfood-contact surfaces. Across four scored inspections, El Meson has historically received medium-risk ratings.
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Mar 22, 2025
Reinspection (002)
4 minor violations.
82
May 29, 2024
Complaint (003)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
70
Feb 7, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
70
Violations — Jan 28, 2026 Inspection
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”.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
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)
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)
Cleaning frequency. dry cleaning. surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cleaned in equipment such as ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. this subsection does not apply when dry cleaning methods are used as specified in subitems a and b of this item.
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
Containers. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs not in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
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)
Labeling of materials. working containers used for storing poisonous / toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies not clearly / individually identified with the common name of the material.
(corrected on site)
20-21.27(b)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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