From July 9 through July 15, Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District inspectors found slime in an ice machine, a roach on a prep table and other health violations at restaurants.
Out of more than 40 businesses inspected, 10 scored below a 95, and 17 received perfect scores. During the seven days, Taqueria Los Tres Potrillos on Horne Road scored the lowest with an 87.
The health district describes a food establishment as a place that sells or serves food to the public. These establishments, which can include bars, hotels, apartments, schools and food trucks, must get an annual permit and be inspected by the health district.
Inspections are based on a demerit system in accordance with the Texas Department of State Health Services. The inspection report checks for 47 different violations.
Here’s how businesses scored from July 9 through July 15:
July 9
Five businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
July 10
Four businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
The following scored below a 95:
July 13:
Seventeen businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
The following scored below a 95:
July 14
Six businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
The following scored below a 95:
July 15
Nine businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
The following scored below a 95:
John Oliva covers entertainment and community news in South Texas. Have a story idea? Contact him at john.oliva@caller.com.
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This article originally appeared on Corpus Christi Caller Times: Nueces County restaurant inspections for July 9 to July 15
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