Nico's
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
33
Score
Nico's, located at 22610 494 Loop in Kingwood, TX, underwent a high-risk inspection on March 3, 2026, with a score of 33. This inspection identified four critical violations, one major violation, and eight minor violations, including issues with food cross-contamination and utensil cleaning. Across three recorded inspections, Nico's has historically been categorized as medium-risk.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
33
Jun 1, 2025
Reinspection (002)
8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
67
Oct 27, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
61
Violations — Mar 3, 2026 Inspection
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
3-302.11(A)(1)(b)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
4-602.11(E)
All food employees, except for the certified food protection manager, shall successfully complete an accredited food handler training course, within 30 days of employment.
TAC-228.31(d)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
7-102.11
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
7-201.11
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
(corrected on site)
2-402.11
Sponges may not be used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces
4-101.16
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
(corrected on site)
4-101.11(B)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place
5-501.114
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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
Except as specified in(b) of this section, attachments to walls and ceilings such as light fixtures, mechanical room ventilation system components, vent covers, wall mounted fans, decorative items, and other attachments shall be easily cleanable
6-201.17(A)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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