H Mart

9896 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

H Mart appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. H Mart was last inspected on Aug 28, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “refrigerated storage”, which has been cited three times.

By comparison, the average Houston facility scores 87, putting H Mart on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Complaint (003)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Thawing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use not removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration as specified in item (01) of this subsection, or prior to, or immediately upon completion of thawing using procedures specified in item (02) of this subsection. (corrected on site)
20-21.04(j)
Time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. except when time is used as a public health control as specified in section 20-21.02(a)(02) of this code, time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be kept at an internal temperature of 41°f (05°c) or below or at a temperature of 135°f (57°c) or above during display and service, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in table 20-21.04-3 of this code or reheated as specified in table 20-21.04-01 of this code may be held for service at a temperature of 130°f (54°c) or above (corrected on site)
20-21.05(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
May 5, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Dispensing utensils not stored in running water with sufficient velocity to flush / drain particulates (such as mashed potatoes or ice cream). (corrected on site)
20-21.05(f)(03)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Openings. openings to the outside not effectively protected against the entrance of rodents.
20-21.21(b)
82
Feb 3, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
Hand wash procedure. food employees not cleaning their hands in a handwashing lavatory or approved automatic handwashing facility. employees may not clean their hands in a sinks used for food preparation or utensil or equipment washing, or in a service sink or a curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(b)
Cleaning frequency. dry cleaning. surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cleaned in equipment such as ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. this subsection does not apply when dry cleaning methods are used as specified in subitems a and b of this item. (corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
General. there shall be no cross-connection between the potable water supply and any nonpotable or questionable water supply or any source of pollution through which the potable water supply might become contaminated.
20-21.17(a)
Openings. openings to the outside not effectively protected against the entrance of rodents.
20-21.21(b)
74
Jun 17, 2024
Reinspection (002)
6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(06)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of the mechanically refrigerated unit and designed to be easily readable.
20-21.03(b)(01)
General. container of food not stored in the manner that protects food from splash and other contamination. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
Materials; general. single-service and single-use articles. single-service articles / single-use articles reused.
20-21.10(a)(05)
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)
74
Mar 5, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
8 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
General. food not in sound condition / safe for human consumption / free from spoilage, filth, other contaminants. food prepared in or obtained from an unlicensed private home or other unlicensed food establishment is considered to be from an unapproved source and may not be used or offered for sale for human consumption in or from a food establishment. (corrected on site)
20-21.01(a)
Cross contamination not prevented by storing the food in packages, containers, or wrappings except as specified under section 20-21.03(a) of this code. (corrected on site)
20-21.02(b)(03)b
Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
20-21.03(b)(09)
General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)c
Cleaning frequency. equipment, food-contact surfaces, and utensils not clean to sight and touch. (corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(13)
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles used more than once.
20-21.14(c)(04)
Water under pressure. hot water is less 100°f (38°c). minimum acceptable temperature is 110°f (43°c) except as specified in section 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code. hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demand throughout the food establishment. (corrected on site)
20-21.15(c)
Hand-washing sink faucets. hand-washing sink not equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100°f (38°c) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. hand-washing sinks in facilities providing custodial care for preschool age children that are used only by the children may provide only cold running water. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(b)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was H Mart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at H Mart on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at H Mart?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at H Mart.

How does H Mart compare to other restaurants in Houston?

H Mart most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 87.

Has H Mart's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at H Mart have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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