Restaurant Guatemala
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2024, Restaurant Guatemala has five inspections in the public record. Restaurant Guatemala was last inspected on Mar 26, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “refrigerated storage”, showing up two times.
Restaurants in Houston average 88, so Restaurant Guatemala trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
3-501.16(A)(1)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)(a)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114(A)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(3)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
6-303.11(A)
64
Jul 14, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Cooking time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) foods. permit holder failed to inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in items (06) and (07) of this subsection by using brochures / deli case or menu advisories / label statements / table tents / placards / other effective written means when animal food such as beef / eggs / fish / lamb / milk / pork / poultry / shellfish is served or sold raw / undercooked / without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens either in ready to eat form or as an ingredient in another ready to eat food (except as specified in items (03) and (08) of this subsection).
20-21.04(c)(05)
Chemicals. machines (single-tank, stationary-rack, door-type machines and spray-type glass washers) using chemicals for sanitization not provided with wash water greater than 120°f (49°c).
20-21.13(g)(01)
Thermometers. machine or water line mounted numerically scaled indicating thermometers accurate to 3°f not provided to indicate the temperature of the water in each wash and rinse tank and the temperature of the water as it enters the hot water sanitizing final rinse manifold or in the chemical sanitizing solution tank. thermometers dually scaled in celsius and fahrenheit may alternatively be provided if designed to be easily readable and accurate to 1.05°c in the intended range of use. water temperature measuring devices on mechanical dishwashing machines shall have a numerical scale, printed record, or digital readout in increments no greater that 1°c or 2°f in the intended range of use.
20-21.13(c)
Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.
20-21.23(b)
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
(corrected on site)
21-244(a)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
General. packaged / unpackaged food stored in contact with water / un-drained ice.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(05)
70
Feb 5, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
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”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Refrigerated storage. rapid cooling temperatures. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cooled from 135°f (21° c) to 41°f (5°c) or below within 6 hours.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(02)a
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)
Labeling of materials. containers of poisonous / toxic materials / personal care items not prominently / distinctly labeled according to law for easy identification of contents.
(corrected on site)
20-21.27(b)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
74
Oct 7, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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.
20-20(c)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. each mechanically refrigerated facility storing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be provided with numerically scaled indicating thermometer, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only. . recording thermometers, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only, may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers. thermometers that are scaled in celsius or dually scaled in celsius and fahrenheit shall be designed to be easily readable and accurate to ±(1.05°c) in the intended range of use.
20-21.03(b)(01)
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”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
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)
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 maintained in good repair.
20-21.22(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
General. at least 10 foot candles (110 lux) of light not provided at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in walk-in refrigeration units / dry food storage areas / other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
20-21.24(a)
70
Mar 6, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
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.
20-20(c)
Special requirements. manufactured food. all food manufactured, processed, or packaged in commercial food processing establishments or commissaries not labeled according to all applicable laws as defined in tfer 228.78 and 228.79.
(corrected on site)
20-21.01(b)(06)
Materials; general. sponges. sponges used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces.
20-21.10(a)(07)
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)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Restaurant Guatemala last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Restaurant Guatemala on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Restaurant Guatemala?
Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Restaurant Guatemala.
How does Restaurant Guatemala compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Restaurant Guatemala most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has Restaurant Guatemala's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Restaurant Guatemala have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Restaurant Guatemala means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Restaurant Guatemala inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurant Guatemala is inspected around two times per year on average.
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