Empire Poker Club

2938 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX 77042
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Empire Poker Club has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Aug 21, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Restaurants in Houston average 88, so Empire Poker Club is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Hot storage. food temperature measuring device not available to check internal food temperatures of hot time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food for equipment not bearing thermometers.
20-21.03(c)(01)
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)
Using chemicals for sanitization. when using chemicals for sanitization, a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter not provided and used.
20-21.12(g)
Grease traps. grease trap not of an approved type / not in an approved location outside the establishment, unless it is impossible.
20-21.17(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. (corrected on site)
20-21.23(g)
Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.
20-21.23(b)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Empire Poker Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Empire Poker Club on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Empire Poker Club compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Empire Poker Club most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Empire Poker Club's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Empire Poker Club have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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