Luchi & Joey's

14005 Memorial, Houston, TX 77079

American

Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Luchi & Joey's has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Oct 28, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.

“Hand-washing sink maintenance” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 88. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 28, 2025

Reinspection (002)

8 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 8 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)

Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(b)(09)

Refrigerated storage. disposition of ready to eat foods. not discarding time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) , ready to eat food where either temperature or time combination has exceeded. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(b)(11)

General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(a)(02)

Storage. utensils and equipment not air-dried before being stored / not stored in a self-draining position. utensils and equipment may not be cloth-dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry. (corrected on site)

20-21.14(b)(02)

Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.

20-21.19(d)

Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.

20-21.21(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 maintained in good repair. (corrected on site)

20-21.22(a)

Jun 26, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.

20-21.10(a)

Cleaning frequency. equipment, food-contact surfaces, and utensils not clean to sight and touch.

20-21.11(a)(13)

Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.

20-21.19(d)

20-21.21(b)

Presence and use, restrictions, conditions of use. using pesticides that have not been properly registered and approved by appropriate governmental authorities for the purpose of maintaining food service establishments in a sanitary condition. (corrected on site)

20-21.27(a)(02)

Sanitation poster not conspicuously posted in area accessible to all employees / not conforming to all requirements. (corrected on site)

20-26(c)

Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.

20-53(g)

Oct 10, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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20-20(c)

Dispensing utensils not stored with the handle extended out from the food. (corrected on site)

20-21.05(f)(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)

Openings. openings to the outside not effectively protected against the entrance of rodents.

20-21.21(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Luchi & Joey's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Luchi & Joey's on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Luchi & Joey's?

Across the inspection record, “hand-washing sink maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Luchi & Joey's.

How does Luchi & Joey's compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Luchi & Joey's most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Luchi & Joey's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Luchi & Joey's have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Luchi & Joey's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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