Goode's Armadillo Palace

5015 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098

American

Last inspected: Oct 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Goode's Armadillo Palace has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 18, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Goode's Armadillo Palace's 82 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 18, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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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)

Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. each mechanically refrigerated facility storing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be provided with numerically scaled indicating thermometer, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only. . recording thermometers, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only, may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers. thermometers that are scaled in celsius or dually scaled in celsius and fahrenheit shall be designed to be easily readable and accurate to ±(1.05°c) in the intended range of use. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(b)(01)

Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair. (corrected on site)

20-21.10(a)

Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.

20-21.10(m)

Apr 2, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Jul 31, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Dec 19, 2023

Routine Inspection (001)

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)

20-21.19(a)

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Goode's Armadillo Palace last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Goode's Armadillo Palace on file is from Oct 18, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Goode's Armadillo Palace compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Goode's Armadillo Palace most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Goode's Armadillo Palace's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Goode's Armadillo Palace have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Goode's Armadillo Palace means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Goode's Armadillo Palace inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Goode's Armadillo Palace is inspected around two times per year on average.

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