McKinney, TX

Patel Brothers Grocery

8720 Sh 121 112

Last inspected Sep 21, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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4 demerits

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Quick Answers

When was Patel Brothers Grocery last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 21, 2026. The result listed by City of McKinney Health Services was “4 demerits” (official score 4).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 4 inspections on record, from Apr 15, 2025 to Sep 21, 2026.
Has Patel Brothers Grocery ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 15, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

4 inspections

1 - Routine

Sep 21, 2026

4 demerits

Official score: 4 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode no_insect_contaminationPests

Official Wording

No Insect Contamination (2 demerits)

In Plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode nonfood_surfaces_cleanCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Surfaces Clean (1 demerit)

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Sep 21, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Mar 2, 2026

4 demerits

Official score: 4 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode no_insect_contaminationPests

Official Wording

No Insect Contamination (2 demerits)

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode environmental_contaminationContamination

Official Wording

Environmental Contamination (1 demerit)

In Plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination

notedCode nonfood_surfaces_cleanCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Surfaces Clean (1 demerit)

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Mar 2, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine