Joe V's Smart Shop #4

612 N Victory Dr, Houston, TX 77088

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Aug 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Joe V's Smart Shop #4 appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 12, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from two to four between inspections.

Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 12, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations.

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General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..

20-21.03(a)(01)

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)

Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.

20-21.19(a)

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)

Jul 18, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations.

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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)

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.

20-21.02(b)(01)

Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.

20-21.10(m)

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joe V's Smart Shop #4 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joe V's Smart Shop #4 on file is from Aug 12, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Joe V's Smart Shop #4 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Joe V's Smart Shop #4 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 87.

Has Joe V's Smart Shop #4's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Joe V's Smart Shop #4 have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Joe V's Smart Shop #4 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 Joe V's Smart Shop #4 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Joe V's Smart Shop #4 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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