We inspect over 2500 restaurants and food service facilities every year, which benefits everyone in the region every single day. Our specialists educate employees and consumers about safe food handling procedures including proper temperatures for cooking, serving and refrigeration.

Diseases can be transmitted in packaged goods, in meat, on produce and through improper food handling, preparation and storage.

Consumer food safety education is also important since the majority of food borne illnesses can be traced to improper food handling procedures in home kitchens.

Citizens can request an inspection report for specific restaurants in our Office.

Hidalgo Co. Health Department
Environmental Health Division