J & B Food Market

3637 Sunbeam St, Houston, TX 77051
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at J & B Food Market is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent visit was on Sep 19, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

J & B Food Market's latest score of 95 sits above the Houston average of 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Covering material installation. wall and ceiling covering materials not attached and sealed so as to be easily cleanable.
20-21.23(h)
95
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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)
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]
Toilet fixtures. easily cleanable receptacles not provided for waste materials.
20-21.18(d)
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)
Wall protection. walls within water closet compartments / walls within two feet of the front and sides of urinals / hand-washing sinks / utensil-washing sinks / food sinks / mop or utility sinks / walls subject to damage from moisture not provided to a height of at least four feet above the finished floor with a smooth / light-colored impervious surface of a type not adversely affected by moisture or grease except that light-colored wall protection is not required in toilet rooms.
20-21.23(d)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Utility line/duct installation. exposed utility service lines and pipes not installed in a way that does not obstruct or prevent cleaning of the walls and ceilings. utility service lines and pipes shall not be unnecessarily exposed on walls or ceilings in those areas listed in subsection (b) of this section. service lines behind counters used only for beverage preparation may be exposed on the inside counter walls if necessary for service and if kept to a minimum. if exposed in rooms or areas allowed in subsection (c) of this section, air conditioning / ventilation / heating ducts shall be of smooth rigid metal and designed with a circular cross-section.
20-21.23(f)
Cleaning physical facilities. the use of hand-washing sinks / utensil-washing sinks / equipment-washing sinks / food-preparation sinks for the cleaning of maintenance tools / preparation or holding of maintenance materials / the disposal of mop water and similar liquid wastes is prohibited.
20-21.23(i)(02)
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)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was J & B Food Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J & B Food Market on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does J & B Food Market compare to other restaurants in Houston?

J & B Food Market most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has J & B Food Market's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at J & B Food Market have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J & B Food Market means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.