From April 16 through April 22, Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District inspectors found gnats in a food container, two businesses without 2026 operating health permits and other health violations at restaurants.
Out of more than 20 businesses inspected, three scored below a 95, and four received perfect scores. During the seven days, Julian’s BBQ on Baldwin Boulevard scored the lowest with an 82.
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 April 16 through April 22:
April 16
Five businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
April 17
Five businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
The following scored below a 95:
April 20
One business was inspected. Taco Bell on Waldron Road scored a 99.
April 21
Five businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
April 22
Eleven 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 April 16 to April 22
Reporting by John Oliva, Corpus Christi Caller Times / Corpus Christi Caller Times
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