Special Liquor Store

4120 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Special Liquor Store has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 15, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Houston restaurant scores 88. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Oct 15, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Dec 18, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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)

Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.

20-21.23(b)

\"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)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Special Liquor Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Special Liquor Store on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Special Liquor Store compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Special Liquor Store most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Special Liquor Store's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Special Liquor Store have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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