Rancho's Taqueria
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
64
Score
Rancho's Taqueria, located at 9333 Gulf Fwy in Houston, TX, had a moderate risk inspection on September 25, 2025, with a score of 64. This inspection identified nine minor violations, including issues with refrigerated storage, date marking of ready-to-eat foods, and general storage practices for bulk and uncovered foods. Across six scored inspections, Rancho's Taqueria has predominantly received medium-risk ratings.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Reinspection (002)
9 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
64
May 5, 2025
Reinspection (002)
9 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
64
Dec 18, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
70
May 23, 2024
Complaint (003)
5 minor violations.
78
Apr 24, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
70
Dec 20, 2023
Reinspection (002)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
78
Violations — Sep 25, 2025 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
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
20-21.03(a)(01)
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
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 maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.
(corrected on site)
20-21.22(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
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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