CHUYS MEXICAN RESTAURANT #5

Name: CHUYS MEXICAN RESTAURANT #5
Address: 5115 NE 28TH ST, Haltom City, TX, 76117, US

5115 NE 28TH ST, Haltom City, TX, 76117

Score 74

Most recent inspection

Date: October 15, 2026
Type: Routine
Result: Score 74
Risk category: Not reported
Cited findings: 18
Jurisdiction: Tarrant County (county health dept), TX

Violations (18)

2
Certified Food Protection Manager / Food Handler Certification
Observed 2 expired food handler cards for food prep employees on site.Corrective Actions: Ensure all food prep employees have current food handler cards readily available.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
5
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Observed no written procedures for bodily fluid events on site at time of inspection.Corrective Actions: Ensure written procedures for bodily fluid events are readily available on site at time of inspection.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
8
Hands clean and properly washed
Observed food prep employee not follow approved procedures when washing hands at hand sink.Corrective Actions: Ensure approved procedures are followed when washing hands.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
16
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Observed build up of black organic like matter on interior of ice machine.Corrective Actions: Ensure ice machine is regularly cleaned and sanitized to prevent buildup of organic matter.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
23
Proper date marking and disposition
Observed no date label on several food containers in reach in cooler near flat top grill.Corrective Actions: Ensure all prepped food items stored in coolers are date labeled with prep date and or discard dates.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
28
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Observed toxic chemical containers stored on storage shelves next to food item containers and food contact surfaces.Corrective Actions: Ensure all toxic chemicals are stored below or away from food items and food contact surfaces.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
35
Approved thawing methods used
Observed frozen food items thawing in containers on floor at room temperature.Corrective Actions: Ensure frozen food items are thawed using approved procedures.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
37
Food properly labeled; original container
Observed unlabeled bulk container with white powder near drinks station.Corrective Actions: Ensure all food items no longer in original container are labeled with common food name.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
38
Insects, rodents and animals not present
Observed several dead insects in different locations throughout establishment.Corrective Actions: Ensure dead insects are removed from establishment .
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
39
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Observed several food item containers stored on floor of reach in cooler.Corrective Actions: Ensure all food items are stored at least 6 inches off the floor at all times.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
41
Wiping cloths; properly used and stored
Observed a damp wiping cloth stored on prep table when not in use.Corrective Actions: Ensure damp wiping cloths are stored in sanitizing solution when not in use.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Observed no air gap installed at drain pipe from three compartment sink.Corrective Actions: Ensure an adequate air gap is installed from drain pipe of three compartment sink to waste pipe.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
54
Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Observed dumpster sliding doors left open when not in use. Observed accumulation of debris in area around dumpster.Corrective Actions: Ensure dumpster doors are maintained closed when not in use. Ensure dumpster pad is maintained clean to prevent accumulation of garbage and debris.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observed damaged coving throughout kitchen and ware washing area. Observed damaged and peeling ceiling tiles near hot hold area and dry storage rooms.Corrective Actions: Ensure damaged ceiling tiles are repaired or replaced in order to maintain smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent properties.
Permit 6D8045D6-4BA4-487E-A4BB-3F05ABFE4974
5
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Observed no written procedures for bodily fluid events on site.Corrective Actions: Ensure written procedures for bodily fluid events are readily available.
Permit B477F370-3E3B-4FBD-9C3F-D3B5EAB2065E
10
Adequate hand washing facilities supplied and accessible
Observed no paper towels at hand sink.Corrective Actions: Ensure all hand sinks are properly supplied and accessible at all times.
Permit B477F370-3E3B-4FBD-9C3F-D3B5EAB2065E
38
Insects, rodents and animals not present
Observed 3 dead crickets on floor near hand sink.Corrective Actions: Ensure dead insects are removed from establishment.
Permit B477F370-3E3B-4FBD-9C3F-D3B5EAB2065E
50
Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Observed no water available at hand sink at time of inspection.Corrective Actions: Ensure hot water at hand sink is able to reach and maintain 100°F at all times. Ensure cold water is available at handsink.
Permit B477F370-3E3B-4FBD-9C3F-D3B5EAB2065E

Earlier inspections on file

April 28, 2026Score 79

Source: Tarrant County (county health dept), TX health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.