Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar

4625 Kingwood Dr, Kingwood, TX 77345

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 29, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The most recent visit was on Mar 29, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 15 violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “plumbing fixture installation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Kingwood restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 29, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.

View 15 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

4-602.11(E)

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food (corrected on site)

3-603.11(C)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

7-102.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

3-501.17(A)

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

3-501.19(A)

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations (corrected on site)

2-103.11(J)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: (b)with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment

5-501.113

In a consumer area, wall and ceiling surfaces and decorative items and attachments that are provided for ambiance need not meet this requirement if they are kept clean

6-201.17(B)

No smoking sign missing at entrance

COH-21-244(b)

Handwashing sign not posted

6-301.14

The food establishment shall maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler training course for each food employee.

TAC-228.31(E)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(C)

Employee not wearing required hair restraint (corrected on site)

2-402.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

3-304.14(B)

Aug 14, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.

20-21.10(m)

Backflow. an air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture / equipment / or nonfood equipment not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 25 mm (1 inch). a backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system shall meet american society of sanitary engineering (asse) standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing for that specific application and type of device. a backflow prevention device shall be located so that it can be serviced and maintained. a hose shall not be attached to a faucet unless a backflow prevention device is installed.

20-21.17(c)

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)

Aug 12, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

20-21.10(m)

Water under pressure. food establishment operating without hot and/or cold water under pressure. hot and/or cold water not available at establishment

20-21.15(c)

20-21.17(c)

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar on file is from Mar 29, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar.

How does Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar compare to other restaurants in Kingwood?

Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Kingwood average of 76.

Has Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hacienda Los Arcos Mex Grill & Bar means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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