GALVESTON COUNTY – Several restaurants across Galveston County received violations during October health inspections, including improper food temperatures, sanitation concerns and missing employee certifications.

At Ma Ma Fu, located in the 2100 block of Palmer Highway in Texas City, inspectors reported cooked chicken being placed in a cooler at temperatures above acceptable limits. The inspection also documented the use of an incorrect sanitizer to clean utensils and improperly labeled food stored in coolers.

Casa Fiesta, located in the 3100 block of Palmer Highway in Texas City, was cited for bulk hot food being left at room temperature and improperly labeled food. Inspectors also reported employees preparing food without wearing gloves.

At Little V, in the 2600 block of East League City Parkway, inspectors documented dirt buildup on the dishwasher and kitchen shelving. The report also noted employees without food handler permits and a gap in the rear door that could allow insects to enter the establishment.

Queens BBQ, located in the 3400 block of Avenue S in Galveston, had several temperature and sanitation violations. Inspectors reported a hot-holding warmer had been turned off, leaving food below required holding temperatures. Brisket and potatoes stored in a cooler were also found above required temperatures.

The inspection further documented mold on drink dispenser nozzles and a manager without a valid food manager certification.

However, several other establishments received high inspection scores during October.

Those included Taco Bell in the 1700 block of West Main Street in League City, Adriatic Cafe in the 1800 block of FM 646 in League City, Mama’s Soul Kitchen in the 3100 block of Market Street in Galveston, Azahar Mexican Kitchen in the 1700 block of South Friendswood Drive, and KFC in the 100 block of FM 517 East in Dickinson.

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.