First Stop Food Store #3
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
43
Score
First Stop Food Store #3 has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 20, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 17 violations each, up from closer to nine violations before.
Restaurants in Houston average 88, so First Stop Food Store #3 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
17
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
Reinspection (002)
17 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 17 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge operating the food establishment / mobile food service unit not in full compliance with article ii.
(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.
(corrected on site)
20-20(c)
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. 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)
Toilet fixtures. easily cleanable receptacles not provided for waste materials.
20-21.18(d)
Toilet room. toilet room not provided with tight-fitting / self-closing / solid doors, which shall be closed except during cleaning or maintenance except that this requirement does not apply to a toilet room that is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall or stadium-type facilities.
20-21.18(c)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
Areas / enclosures / receptacles, good repair. storage areas / enclosures / receptacles for refuse / recyclables / returnables not maintained in good repair.
20-21.20(f)
Storage. outside storage areas / enclosures not constructed of durable and cleanable material / not large enough to store the garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse containers that accumulate / not kept clean.
20-21.20(b)(03)
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)
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)
Controlling pests, generally. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.\r\n
20-21.21(a)(01)
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 maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Cleaning physical facilities. general. floor mats / duckboards / walls / ceilings / attached equipment and decorative materials not kept clean. only dustless methods of cleaning floors and walls shall be used, such as vacuum cleaning, wet cleaning, or the use of dust-arresting sweeping compounds with brooms.
20-21.23(i)(01)
General. at least 10 foot candles (110 lux) of light not provided at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in walk-in refrigeration units / dry food storage areas / other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
20-21.24(a)
\"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)
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Dec 19, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
9 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
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.
(corrected on site)
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)
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)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.
20-21.19(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies.
20-21.28(e)
\"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)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was First Stop Food Store #3 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at First Stop Food Store #3 on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.
How does First Stop Food Store #3 compare to other restaurants in Houston?
First Stop Food Store #3 most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has First Stop Food Store #3's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at First Stop Food Store #3 have averaged around 17 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at First Stop Food Store #3 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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