Ember Steakhouse
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
74
Score
Ember Steakhouse has been inspected five times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 22, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 88. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Complaint (003)
6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
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Raw fruits and vegetables not washed in potable water under pressure before being cut / combined with other ingredients / cooked / served for consumption / offered for consumption in ready to eat form.
(corrected on site)
20-21.04(b)
Materials; general. multi-use equipment and utensils not designed, constructed and repaired with safe materials, including finishing materials / not corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent / not smooth, easily cleanable and durable under conditions of normal use.
20-21.10(a)
Cleaning frequency. food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles, and similar cooking devices and the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens not cleaned at least once a day; except that this shall not apply to hot oil cooking and hot oil filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified in subsection (f) of this section. the food-contact surfaces of all cooking equipment shall be kept free of crusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(06)
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.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(07)
Water under pressure. food establishment operating without hot and/or cold water under pressure at all fixtures and equipment that use water.
(corrected on site)
20-21.15(c)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
74
Jun 27, 2025
Reinspection (002)
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
General. at all times, including while being stored, prepared, displayed, served, received, or transported, food not protected from potential contamination by all agents, including dust, insects, rodents, toxic materials, cross-contamination, damaged or spoiled products, distressed merchandise, recalled products, unclean equipment and utensils, unnecessary handling, coughs and sneezes, flooding, draining, and overhead leakage or overhead drippage from condensation.
(corrected on site)
20-21.02(a)(01)
General. automatic detergent dispensers / wetting agent dispensers / liquid sanitizer injectors, if any, not properly installed / maintained.
(corrected on site)
20-21.13(a)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
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)
82
Sep 13, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
General. at all times, including while being stored, prepared, displayed, served, received, or transported, food not protected from potential contamination by all agents, including dust, insects, rodents, toxic materials, cross-contamination, damaged or spoiled products, distressed merchandise, recalled products, unclean equipment and utensils, unnecessary handling, coughs and sneezes, flooding, draining, and overhead leakage or overhead drippage from condensation.
(corrected on site)
20-21.02(a)(01)
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles used more than once.
(corrected on site)
20-21.14(c)(04)
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.
(corrected on site)
20-21.22(a)
86
Mar 25, 2024
Complaint (003)
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
General. automatic detergent dispensers / wetting agent dispensers / liquid sanitizer injectors, if any, not properly installed / maintained.
20-21.13(a)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ember Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ember Steakhouse on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Ember Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Ember Steakhouse most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has Ember Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ember Steakhouse have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ember Steakhouse 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 Ember Steakhouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ember Steakhouse is inspected around three times per year on average.
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