Star Mart Food Store
Last inspected: Apr 5, 2026
37
Score
The Star Mart Food Store, located at 4101 W Orem in Houston, TX, had a high-risk inspection on April 5, 2026, with a score of 37. This inspection identified one critical violation, three major violations, and eleven minor violations. Previous inspections for this grocery/market have also resulted in high-risk scores.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 5, 2026
Reinspection (002)
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
37
Jun 16, 2025
Reinspection (002)
12 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
55
Jun 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
14 minor violations.
50
Violations — Apr 5, 2026 Inspection
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
2-103.11(E)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12(A)
A food establishment shall post a sign or poster, clearly visible to food employees, by all handwashing sinks. the sign or poster shall notify food employees to report symptoms and diagnosis information about their health as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food.
TAC-228.32
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(B)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
4-402.11(A)(3)
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
5-202.13
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: (b)with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment
5-501.113
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
6-201.13(B)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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