Rooster and Rice Houston

1223 W 34Th, Houston, TX 77018
Thai
Last inspected: Oct 17, 2024
95
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Rooster and Rice Houston has three inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 17, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to one violation per visit.

“Dispensing utensils not stored in water” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Rooster and Rice Houston's latest score of 95 sits above the Houston average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 17, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
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Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
95
May 23, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
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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)
Dispensing utensils not stored in water at least 135°f (57°c) / water container is not cleaned as often as necessary.
20-21.05(f)(04)
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.
20-21.08(f)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
78
Jan 6, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
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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)
Dispensing utensils not stored in water at least 135°f (57°c) / water container is not cleaned as often as necessary.
20-21.05(f)(04)
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)
Toilet fixtures. toilet tissue not provided at each toilet at all times.
20-21.18(d)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rooster and Rice Houston last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rooster and Rice Houston on file is from Oct 17, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rooster and Rice Houston?

Across the inspection record, “dispensing utensils not stored in water” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rooster and Rice Houston.

How does Rooster and Rice Houston compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Rooster and Rice Houston most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Rooster and Rice Houston's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rooster and Rice Houston have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rooster and Rice Houston means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.