Whataburger #498

1700 N Wayside, Houston, TX 77020

American

Last inspected: Sep 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Whataburger #498 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Sep 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Among Houston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Whataburger #498 is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 14, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(a)(02)

Oct 25, 2024

Complaint (003)

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)

Signs clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within not conspicuously posted at every entrance to a public place.

21-244(b)

Aug 6, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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20-20(c)

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)

Controlling pests, generally. premises not kept in such condition as to prevent the harborage or feeding of insects or rodents. (corrected on site)

20-21.21(a)

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. (corrected on site)

20-21.22(a)

Feb 28, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whataburger #498 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Whataburger #498 on file is from Sep 14, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Whataburger #498 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Whataburger #498 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Whataburger #498's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Whataburger #498 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Whataburger #498 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 Whataburger #498 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Whataburger #498 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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