Kroger #349

1520 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Sep 5, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent visit was on Sep 5, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

Among Houston restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 5, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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Materials; general. cutting or piercing parts of can openers not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened.
20-21.10(a)
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 maintained in good repair.
20-21.22(a)
90
Mar 14, 2024
Complaint (003)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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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)
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)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kroger #349 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kroger #349 on file is from Sep 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Kroger #349 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Kroger #349 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Kroger #349's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kroger #349 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kroger #349 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.