Another Broken Egg Cafe

10001 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Another Broken Egg Cafe has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Another Broken Egg Cafe was last inspected on Apr 2, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “applicability of article” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
3-302.11(A)(1)(a)
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
6-301.11
The original food manager certificate shall be posted in the food establishment in a location that is conspicuous to consumers.
TAC-228.31(a)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint (corrected on site)
2-402.11
No smoking signs not posted in public place
COH-21-244(a)
67
Nov 4, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
\"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. 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. (corrected on site)
20-21.10(a)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink used for purpose other than hand-washing as specified in section 20-21.08(b) of this code.
20-21.19(a)
78
Mar 20, 2025
Reinspection (002)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
95
Mar 19, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
9 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
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)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Dispensing utensils. no suitable dispensing utensils provided for employees / consumers during pauses in food preparation / dispensing.
20-21.05(f)
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)
Water under pressure. hot water is less 100°f (38°c). minimum acceptable temperature is 110°f (43°c) except as specified in section 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code. hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demand throughout the food establishment.
20-21.15(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.
20-21.19(c)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(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)
64
Sep 19, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
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. when disposable towels are used, easily cleanable waste receptacles not conveniently located near the hand-washing facilities.
20-21.19(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. (corrected on site)
20-21.23(g)
86
Feb 23, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented.
20-19(d)
General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves.
20-21.03(a)(02)c
General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
20-21.07(a)(03)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles used more than once.
20-21.14(c)(04)
Storage. glasses and cups not stored inverted / other stored utensils not covered or inverted, wherever practical.
20-21.14(b)(03)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Hand-washing sink faucets. hand-washing sink not equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100°f (38°c) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. hand-washing sinks in facilities providing custodial care for preschool age children that are used only by the children may provide only cold running water.
20-21.19(b)
Utility line installation. exposed utility service lines and pipes not installed in a way that does not obstruct or prevent cleaning of the floor.
20-21.22(g)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Another Broken Egg Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Another Broken Egg Cafe on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Another Broken Egg Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “applicability of article” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Another Broken Egg Cafe.

How does Another Broken Egg Cafe compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Another Broken Egg Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Another Broken Egg Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Another Broken Egg Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Another Broken Egg Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Another Broken Egg Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Another Broken Egg Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.