Houston Barbecue Company

1127 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077
American
Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Houston Barbecue Company stretching back to 2024. On Oct 31, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from two violations to one.

Restaurants in Houston average 87, so Houston Barbecue Company is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 31, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
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]
95
Mar 10, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 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.
20-20(c)
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. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
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)
82
Aug 23, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Houston Barbecue Company last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Houston Barbecue Company on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Houston Barbecue Company compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Houston Barbecue Company most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 87.

Has Houston Barbecue Company's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Houston Barbecue Company have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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