Chimney Rock Exxon

5601 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77057
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Oct 3, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chimney Rock Exxon has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

Restaurants in Houston average 88, so Chimney Rock Exxon is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 3, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
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Materials; general. sponges. sponges used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces.
20-21.10(a)(07)
95
Nov 24, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
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Toilet fixtures. easily cleanable receptacles not provided for waste materials.
20-21.18(d)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
Food establishment being constructed /remodeled / altered without plans and specification approved by the health officer
20-25(a)
86
Jun 19, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented. (corrected on site)
20-19(d)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of the mechanically refrigerated unit and designed to be easily readable.
20-21.03(b)(01)
Bulk food display, service. the sale of unpackaged food that is displayed and sold in bulk from a self-service container is authorized, provided that the self-service container has a tight-fitting lid that is securely attached to the container and kept closed except during service or refill; the container, lid and any other utensil are constructed of nontoxic materials that provide for easy cleaning and proper repair; a utensil equipped with a handle is provided and used for dispensing of food; and a conspicuous sign instructing the customer on the proper dispensing procedure is posted in the immediate display area.
20-21.05(i)(01)
Toilet fixtures. toilet room not provided with at least one covered waste receptacle.
20-21.18(d)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chimney Rock Exxon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chimney Rock Exxon on file is from Oct 3, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Chimney Rock Exxon compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Chimney Rock Exxon most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Chimney Rock Exxon's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chimney Rock Exxon have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chimney Rock Exxon means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.