The Palm

1201 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Palm six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Houston restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

3 minor violations.

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General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.

20-21.03(a)(02)

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)

May 22, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

2 minor violations.

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Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.

20-21.10(a)

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)

Oct 6, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Feb 22, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 21, 2024

Complaint (003)

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Cross contamination. except when combined as ingredients, raw animal foods such as fish, beef, lamb, pork, and poultry not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding, and display by: using separate equipment for each type of food; preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas; and arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. (corrected on site)

20-21.02(b)(02)

Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(b)(09)

Materials; general. multi-use equipment and utensils not designed, constructed and repaired with safe materials, including finishing materials / not corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent / not smooth, easily cleanable and durable under conditions of normal use.

20-21.10(a)

Feb 9, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers.. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(a)(01)

General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(a)(02)c

20-21.10(a)

Chemicals. machines (single-tank, stationary-rack, door-type machines and spray-type glass washers) using chemicals for sanitization not providing an approved chemical sanitizer / not providing and using a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter.

20-21.13(g)(06)

Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not handled / displayed / dispensed in a manner that prevents contamination of surfaces that may come in contact with food or with the mouth of the user. (corrected on site)

20-21.14(c)(02)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Palm last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Palm on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does The Palm compare to other restaurants in Houston?

The Palm most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has The Palm's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Palm have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Palm 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 The Palm inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Palm is inspected around three times per year on average.

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