From April 30 through May 6, Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District inspectors found gnats, mold in ice machines and other health violations at restaurants.
Out of 11 businesses inspected, two scored below a 95, and one received a perfect score. During the seven days, Perrin’s on the Water on South Padre Island Drive scored the lowest with a 93.
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.
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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 30 through May 6:
New York Pizza Company, located at 5838 S. Staples St., received 95 from the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District on May 3.
May 1
One business was inspected. Perrin’s on the Water on South Padre Island Drive scored a 93.
Inspectors found no 2026 operating health permit, mold in ice machines, buildup in oven, rust buildup on bar shakers and gnats. Perrin’s was last inspected April 2024 and scored a 99.
May 3
One business was inspected. New York Pizza Company on South Staples Street scored a 95.
May 4
Two businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
Eagle Nutrition: 1105 S. Staples St. (100)
Wienerschnitzel: 2401 Ayers St. (99)
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May 5
Five businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
Coffee Beanery: 5488 S. Padre Island Drive (98)
Dave & Buster’s: 5488 S. Padre Island Drive (98)
El Vago Burger & BBQ: 4701 Barrera Drive (97)
Vick’s Famous Hamburgers: 626 N. Port Ave. (98)
The following scored below a 95:
Denny’s: 4918 S. Padre Island Drive (94)
Inspectors found food stored on the ground, the receiving door needs weatherstripping, dirty coolers and gnats.
Denny’s was last inspected November 2025 and scored a 97.
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May 6
Two businesses were inspected. The following scored a 95 or higher:
Hi Ho Drive Inn: 3945 Baldwin Blvd. (99)
Lou’s Landmark Saloon: 5101 Leopard St. (97)
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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