Theresa Grocery

7222 Scott St, Houston, TX 77021

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Theresa Grocery stretching back to 2024. On Oct 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.

“Hand-washing sink supplies” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 9, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

5 minor violations.

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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)

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)

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)

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)

Apr 27, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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General. the internal temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (05°c) or below or 135°f (57°c) or above at all times, except as otherwise provided in this article or unless a packaged product is so labeled as exempted and approved by the appropriate state or federal health authority. (corrected on site)

20-21.02(a)(01)

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)

Hand-washing sink supplies. supply of hand-cleansing liquid / powder / bar soap not available at each hand-washing sink or group of two adjacent hand-washing sinks.

20-21.19(c)

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)

Controlling pests, generally. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by routinely inspecting the premises for the evidence of pests.\r\n

20-21.21(a)(02)

Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.

20-21.22(a)

Jan 4, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Materials; general. sponges. sponges used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces. (corrected on site)

20-21.10(a)(07)

Toilet room. toilet facility / vestibule, not kept clean / not in good repair / not free of objectionable odors.

20-21.18(c)

Hand-washing sink supplies. hand-washing sink or group of adjacent hand-washing sinks not provided with individual, disposable towels / a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel / a hand-drying device providing heated air or a hand-drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. (corrected on site)

20-21.19(c)

Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.

20-53(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Theresa Grocery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Theresa Grocery on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Theresa Grocery?

Across the inspection record, “hand-washing sink supplies” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Theresa Grocery.

How does Theresa Grocery compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Theresa Grocery most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Theresa Grocery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Theresa Grocery have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Theresa Grocery 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 Theresa Grocery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Theresa Grocery is inspected around two times per year on average.

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