Mama Jollof

8330 W Bellfort, Houston, TX 77071

African

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “refrigerated storage” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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General. the internal temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (05°c) or below or 135°f (57°c) or above at all times, except as otherwise provided in this article or unless a packaged product is so labeled as exempted and approved by the appropriate state or federal health authority.

20-21.02(a)(01)

Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.

20-21.03(b)(10)b

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

20-21.03(a)(01)

Dispensing utensils. no suitable dispensing utensils provided for employees / consumers during pauses in food preparation / dispensing. (corrected on site)

20-21.05(f)

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. (corrected on site)

20-21.10(a)

General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.

20-21.17(a)

Aug 5, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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20-21.03(b)(10)b

20-21.10(a)

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)

Hand-washing sink faucets. hand-washing sink not equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100°f (38°c) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. hand-washing sinks in facilities providing custodial care for preschool age children that are used only by the children may provide only cold running water.

20-21.19(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.

20-21.22(a)

Covering material installation. wall and ceiling covering materials not attached and sealed so as to be easily cleanable.

20-21.23(h)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mama Jollof last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mama Jollof on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mama Jollof?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mama Jollof.

How does Mama Jollof compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Mama Jollof most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Mama Jollof's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mama Jollof have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mama Jollof 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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