Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ

1450 W Sam Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX 77043
American
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ has been inspected three times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 17, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “refrigerated storage” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Houston restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot storage. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food in hot storage not being held at 135°f (57°c) or above.
20-21.03(c)(02)
Cooking time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) foods. consumer advisory (reminder). when animal food such as beef / eggs / fish / lamb / milk / pork / poultry / shellfish are served or sold raw / undercooked / without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens either in ready to eat form or as an ingredient in another ready to eat food (except as specified in items (03) and (08) of this subsection) not including an asterisking of the animal-derived foods that require disclosure in a menu or other listing to a footnote that states written information regarding the safety of these items is available upon request / consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase the risk for foodborne illness / consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase the risk for foodborne illness, especially if certain medical conditions are present. (corrected on site)
20-21.04(c)(07)
90
Mar 20, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Cooking time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) foods. consumer advisory (disclosure). when animal food such as beef / eggs / fish / lamb / milk / pork / poultry / shellfish are served or sold raw / undercooked / without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens either in ready to eat form or as an ingredient in another ready to eat food (except as specified in items (03) and (08) of this subsection) not including a description of the animal-derived foods, such as \"oysters on the half shell (raw oysters)\", \"raw-egg caesar salad\", and \"hamburgers (can be cooked to order) / identification of the animal-derived foods in a menu or other listing by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients.
20-21.04(c)(06)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
Sanitation poster not conspicuously posted in area accessible to all employees / not conforming to all requirements.
20-26(c)
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
70
May 13, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not stored at least six inches (15 cm) above the floor on dollies / pallets / racks / skids designed as specified under section 20-21.03(a)2b of this code / not kept in closed cartons that protect them from contamination, except for automatic fire protection sprinkler heads that may be required by law. (corrected on site)
20-21.14(c)(01)
Containers. garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse not kept in durable / easily cleanable / insect-proof and rodent-proof containers that do not leak and do not absorb liquids. plastic bags and wet-strength paper bags may be used to line the containers, and they may be used for storage inside the food establishment.
20-21.20(a)(01)
Sanitation poster not conspicuously posted in area accessible to all employees / not conforming to all requirements.
20-26(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ.

How does Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Aunt Pookies Hamburgers & BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.