COUNTYWIDE — Five food establishments across Galveston County were ordered to undergo a follow-up inspection after recent health inspections documented food safety violations ranging from improper food temperatures and cross-contamination risks to sanitation concerns.

The inspections were conducted by the Galveston County Health District as part of its routine food safety program.

Facilities requiring re-inspection

Nopalera Enterprises

1736 Texas Avenue, Texas City

Inspectors documented multiple violations, including pico de gallo and cooked fajita meat being held at 70 degrees, placing the food within the temperature danger zone where bacteria can rapidly grow.

Inspectors also found raw meat stored above peeled potatoes, creating a cross-contamination risk, and observed employees working without valid food handler certifications.

Dickinson Seafood

131 FM 517, Dickinson

The inspection found ready-to-eat foods without proper date marking, uncovered food stored in coolers, and an ice scoop stored inside the ice bin with the handle touching the ice.

Ol’ Mothers Speakeasy

3505 Highway 146, Bacliff

Inspectors cited the establishment after finding mold-like buildup inside the ice machine, ice stored in an unsanitary container, evidence of rodent activity inside a vending machine, and single-use cups stored on a towel rather than a clean, sanitary surface.

Jack in the Box

2109 9th Avenue North, Texas City

Inspectors found raw chicken stored above lettuce, creating a risk of cross-contamination. They also documented an HVAC condensate drain leaking into the three-compartment sink used for washing, rinsing and sanitizing utensils.

Dee Best Food Mart

2502 Texas Avenue, Texas City

The inspection found cold foods and hot foods being held outside required temperatures, an ice scoop stored on a dirty surface, and raw ground beef stored above raw roast inside a cooler.

Behind the Kitchen Door Kudos Report

Several establishments earned high inspection scores during this reporting period:

• Sonic Drive-In — 169 FM 517 Road, Dickinson
• La Catrina Taqueria & Cantina — 709 W. Parkwood, Friendswood
• Wendy’s — 1750 W. Main Street, League City
• Los Mirasoles Cocina Mexicana — 5828 E. FM 517 Road, Dickinson
• Donut Haven — 1340 East League City Parkway, League City

Inspection findings reflect conditions at the time. Food safety inspections help identify practices that may increase the risk of contamination and foodborne illness. Proper temperature control, appropriate food storage, labeling, and sanitation are important components of food safety. The findings described in this report reflect the conditions documented by inspectors during their inspections. They do not necessarily represent the establishments’ current conditions.