Sunny's Food Store

5720 Clarewood, Houston, TX 77081
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Sunny's Food Store has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Oct 23, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

By comparison, the average Houston facility scores 88, putting Sunny's Food Store on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 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)
Bulk food display, service. the sale of unpackaged food that is displayed and sold in bulk from a self-service container is authorized, provided that the self-service container has a tight-fitting lid that is securely attached to the container and kept closed except during service or refill; the container, lid and any other utensil are constructed of nontoxic materials that provide for easy cleaning and proper repair; a utensil equipped with a handle is provided and used for dispensing of food; and a conspicuous sign instructing the customer on the proper dispensing procedure is posted in the immediate display area.
20-21.05(i)(01)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
82
Nov 25, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
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Floor junctures. when allowed in this subsection, the juncture between walls and floors presenting an open seam of more than one-thirty-second of an inch.
20-21.22(f)
95
Feb 9, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 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)
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)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunny's Food Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sunny's Food Store on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Sunny's Food Store compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Sunny's Food Store most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Sunny's Food Store's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sunny's Food Store have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sunny's Food 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.

How often is Sunny's Food Store inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sunny's Food Store is inspected around two times per year on average.