Montgomery Food Mart

7701 W Montgomery Rd, Houston, TX 77088
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Montgomery Food Mart has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “using chemicals for sanitization”, showing up two times.

Montgomery Food Mart's latest score of 100 sits above the Houston average of 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2024
Reinspection (002)
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Using chemicals for sanitization. when using chemicals for sanitization, a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter not provided and used.
20-21.12(g)
Toilet fixtures. toilet room not provided with at least one covered waste receptacle.
20-21.18(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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(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)
Cleaning physical facilities. utility facilities. in new / extensively remodeled establishments and in those establishments not required to have a two- or three-compartment utensil-washing sink, at least one utility sink or curbed cleaning facility with a floor drain shall be provided and used for cleaning and for the disposal of mop water or similar liquid wastes.
20-21.23(i)(02)
74
Apr 13, 2024
Reinspection (002)
14 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
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)
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)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
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. (corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
Using chemicals for sanitization. when using chemicals for sanitization, a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter not provided and used.
20-21.12(g)
Toilet room. toilet room opening directly into room in which food is prepared / utensils are washed.
20-21.18(c)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.
20-21.19(a)
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)
Hand-washing sink supplies. when disposable towels are used, easily cleanable waste receptacles not conveniently located near the hand-washing facilities.
20-21.19(c)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
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)
Exposed construction. except as allowed in subsection (c) of this section, studs / joists / rafters shall not be exposed in areas listed in subsection (b) of this section. if exposed in other rooms, they shall be finished to provide an easily cleanable surface.
20-21.23(e)
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)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Montgomery Food Mart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Montgomery Food Mart on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Montgomery Food Mart?

Across the inspection record, “using chemicals for sanitization” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Montgomery Food Mart.

How does Montgomery Food Mart compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Montgomery Food Mart most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Montgomery Food Mart's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Montgomery Food Mart have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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