The Taco Stand
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
70
Score
The Taco Stand, located at 2018 N Shepherd in Houston, TX, underwent a moderate risk inspection on January 16, 2026, with a score of 70. This inspection identified seven minor violations, including issues with customer notification of inspection reports, food storage in contact with un-drained ice, and the condition of multi-use equipment. Historical data shows a pattern of medium-risk inspections over five scored visits.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Complaint (003)
7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Oct 3, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
67
Apr 11, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
78
Jun 7, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
82
Jan 8, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Violations — Jan 16, 2026 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.
20-20(c)
General. packaged / unpackaged food stored in contact with water / un-drained ice.
20-21.03(a)(05)
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)
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)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink used for purpose other than hand-washing as specified in section 20-21.08(b) of this code.
(corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
Containers. garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse not kept in durable / easily cleanable / insect-proof and rodent-proof containers that do not leak and do not absorb liquids. plastic bags and wet-strength paper bags may be used to line the containers, and they may be used for storage inside the food establishment.
20-21.20(a)(01)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
(corrected on site)
20-21.21(b)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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