Handi Plus #48

812 W Cavalcade St, Houston, TX 77009

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Handi Plus #48 four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “single-service articles”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Houston facility scores 87, putting Handi Plus #48 on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 25, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Cross contamination. except as specified in subitem c of this item, food not protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding and display from: raw ready to eat foods including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish or other raw ready to eat food such as vegetables; cooked ready to eat foods. frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready to eat food. (corrected on site)

20-21.02(b)(01)

Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.

20-21.10(a)

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)

Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.

20-21.23(a)

Jan 9, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Sep 26, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations.

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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

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.

20-21.11(a)(06)

Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not handled / displayed / dispensed in a manner that prevents contamination of surfaces that may come in contact with food or with the mouth of the user.

20-21.14(c)(02)

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)

Dec 12, 2023

Routine Inspection (001)

5 minor violations.

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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.

20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]

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)

20-21.14(c)(02)

General. at least 50 foot-candles (540 lux) of light not provided at a surface where a food employee may be working with food / with utensils / with equipment such as knives / slicers / grinders / saws where employee safety is a factor.

20-21.24(a)

Signs clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within not conspicuously posted at every entrance to a public place.

21-244(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Handi Plus #48 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Handi Plus #48 on file is from Aug 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Handi Plus #48?

Across the inspection record, “single-service articles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Handi Plus #48.

How does Handi Plus #48 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Handi Plus #48 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 87.

Has Handi Plus #48's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Handi Plus #48 have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Handi Plus #48 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 Handi Plus #48 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Handi Plus #48 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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