Space City Foodmart

7004 Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77087
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Nov 16, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Space City Foodmart is still short, with only two visits logged. Space City Foodmart was last inspected on Nov 16, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to 10 violations.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Space City Foodmart's 61 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 16, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
10 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 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)
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)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink used for purpose other than hand-washing as specified in section 20-21.08(b) of this code.
20-21.19(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. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(g)
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)
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)
Presence and use, restrictions, conditions of use. poisonous / toxic materials unnecessary for the operation / maintenance of the establishment / cleaning and sanitization of equipment and utensils / control of insects and rodents are prohibited in the food establishment; provided, this requirement does not apply to packaged poisonous / toxic materials that are for retail sale. restricted use pesticides specified in item (03)c of this subsection shall meet the requirements specified in 40 cfr 152, subpart i, classification of pesticides.
20-21.27(a)(01)
Cleaning equipment storage. maintenance and cleaning tools such as brooms / mops / vacuum cleaners and similar equipment not maintained / stored in a way that does not contaminate food / utensils / equipment / single-use articles / single-service articles / linens.
20-21.28(e)
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
61
Oct 17, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Inspections; reports. inspection report defaced / removed by any person except the health officer.
20-20(c)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of the mechanically refrigerated unit and designed to be easily readable.
20-21.03(b)(01)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean. (corrected on site)
20-21.23(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Space City Foodmart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Space City Foodmart on file is from Nov 16, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Space City Foodmart compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Space City Foodmart most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Space City Foodmart's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Space City Foodmart have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Space City Foodmart means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.