Maria's Tacos
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025
74
Score
Maria's Tacos, located at 5131 Ella in Houston, TX, had a moderate risk inspection on October 13, 2025, with a score of 74. This inspection identified six minor violations, including a failure to post the inspection report availability, improper storage of food in unclean or uncovered containers, and inadequate cleaning frequency for nonfood-contact surfaces. Historically, Maria's Tacos has maintained a mostly low-risk inspection record across three scored inspections.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 13, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
74
Feb 23, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
90
Mar 9, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
78
Violations — Oct 13, 2025 Inspection
8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
(corrected on site)
20-20(c)
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
20-21.03(a)(01)
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 supplies. prohibited common towels used.
(corrected on site)
20-21.19(c)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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