Izzi Market #1

2503 Yale St, Houston, TX 77008
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Izzi Market #1 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 20, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

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

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) and ready to eat food stored at 41°f (5°c) for more than seven days. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
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)
86
Jan 17, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Hair restraint. while handling food or utensils, food employees not wearing effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair to prevent the contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint means any cap / hat / hair net made of fabric / cord / plastic / paper that effectively covers and holds hair in place. the use of effective hair restraints also applies to any exposed scalp or facial hair where there is the potential for contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint shall also be used in the partial or complete absence of scalp hair to preclude touching of the scalp and returning to food handling without hand-washing. facial hair restraints are not be required when facial hair is well-groomed and trimmed. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(f)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
86
May 31, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not stored at least six inches (15 cm) above the floor on dollies / pallets / racks / skids designed as specified under section 20-21.03(a)2b of this code / not kept in closed cartons that protect them from contamination, except for automatic fire protection sprinkler heads that may be required by law.
20-21.14(c)(01)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies. (corrected on site)
20-21.28(e)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
82
Dec 5, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) and ready to eat food stored at 41°f (5°c) for more than seven days. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
General. food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with operations of the establishment not kept free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer in use.
20-21.28(a)(01)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Izzi Market #1 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Izzi Market #1 on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Izzi Market #1?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Izzi Market #1.

How does Izzi Market #1 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Izzi Market #1 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Izzi Market #1's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Izzi Market #1 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Izzi Market #1 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 Izzi Market #1 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Izzi Market #1 is inspected around two times per year on average.