Dollar Tree #9633

5305 Telephone Rd, Houston, TX 77087
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Dollar Tree #9633 has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 7, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to seven violations.

By comparison, the average Houston facility scores 88, putting Dollar Tree #9633 on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
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)
8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Cleaning frequency. nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment not cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris.
20-21.11(a)(07)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
70
Dec 30, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 27, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar Tree #9633 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dollar Tree #9633 on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Dollar Tree #9633 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Dollar Tree #9633 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Dollar Tree #9633's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dollar Tree #9633 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dollar Tree #9633 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Dollar Tree #9633 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dollar Tree #9633 is inspected around two times per year on average.