Potbelly Sandwich Works

947 Gessner, Houston, TX 77024

American

Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Potbelly Sandwich Works was last inspected on Sep 24, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to five violations per visit.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Potbelly Sandwich Works' 78 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 24, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 5 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)

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

20-21.03(a)(02)

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

20-21.10(a)

Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.

20-21.19(g)

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)

Nov 13, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Special requirements. manufactured food. all food manufactured, processed, or packaged in commercial food processing establishments or commissaries not labeled according to all applicable laws as defined in tfer 228.78 and 228.79.

20-21.01(b)(06)

Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses.

20-21.11(c)(02)

20-21.23(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Potbelly Sandwich Works last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Potbelly Sandwich Works on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Potbelly Sandwich Works compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Potbelly Sandwich Works most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Potbelly Sandwich Works' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Potbelly Sandwich Works have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

Nearby Restaurants

Bowl & Barrel Houston

797 Sorella Ct

Score: 61 — Medium Risk

North Italia

818 Town And Country Blvd

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Common Bond on the Go

7680 Katy Fwy

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Houston → American restaurants in Texas → American restaurants in Houston