Hnj Shell

4402 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77041
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Hnj Shell stretching back to 2024. On Apr 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

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

Among Houston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Hnj Shell is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Toilet room. toilet room not provided with tight-fitting / self-closing / solid doors, which shall be closed except during cleaning or maintenance except that this requirement does not apply to a toilet room that is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall or stadium-type facilities.
20-21.18(c)
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. (corrected on site)
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)
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)
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 maintained in good repair.
20-21.22(a)
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Cleaning frequency. food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles, and similar cooking devices and the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens not cleaned at least once a day; except that this shall not apply to hot oil cooking and hot oil filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified in subsection (f) of this section. the food-contact surfaces of all cooking equipment shall be kept free of crusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil.
20-21.11(a)(06)
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)
Single-service articles. except as specified under subsection (c)(03) of this section, single-service articles that are intended for contact with the mouth of the user not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser (corrected on site)
20-21.14(c)(05)
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Jun 12, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 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)
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. dry cleaning. surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cleaned in equipment such as ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. this subsection does not apply when dry cleaning methods are used as specified in subitems a and b of this item.
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
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)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies.
20-21.28(e)
General. food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with operations of the establishment not kept free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer in use.
20-21.28(a)(01)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hnj Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hnj Shell on file is from Apr 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hnj Shell?

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

How does Hnj Shell compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Hnj Shell most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Hnj Shell's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hnj Shell have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hnj Shell means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.