Ejide African Restaurant

10571 Synott Rd, Houston, TX 77099
African
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Ejide African Restaurant four times, with records going back to 2025. On Jul 16, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Houston restaurant scene, where the average is 88, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2025
Complaint (003)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2025
Routine
14 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
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)
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Hot storage. food temperature measuring device not available to check internal food temperatures of hot time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food for equipment not bearing thermometers. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(c)(01)
General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
20-21.07(a)(03)
Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
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)
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)
Manual rinsing. washed utensils and equipment not rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or detergent sanitizer solution by using one of the following procedures: use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing when using a three-compartment sink or alternative manual utensil-washing equipment equivalent to a three-compartment sink as specified in tfer 228.107(b)(03); or a three-step washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedure in a mechanical equipment washing system for cip equipment / use of a detergent-sanitizer as specified under section 20-21.12(h) of this code if using an alternative manual utensil-washing equipment that is approved for use with a detergent-sanitizer as specified in tfer 228.107(b)(03) or a mechanical equipment washing system for cip equipment / use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the hot water sanitization immersion step of a two-compartment sink operation / when using a dishwashing machine that does not recycle the sanitizing solution as specified in subitem e of this item or alternative manual utensil-washing equipment such as sprayers, use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the application of the sanitizing solution and washed immediately after each application / when using a dishwashing machine that recycles the sanitizing solution for use in the next wash cycle, use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the application of the sanitizing solution. (corrected on site)
20-21.12(d)(03)
Drains. a direct connection between the sewerage system and any drains originating from equipment in which food / portable equipment / utensils are placed is prohibited except for existing properly trapped open sinks.
20-21.17(f)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Presence and use, restrictions, conditions of use. poisonous / toxic materials unnecessary for the operation / maintenance of the establishment / cleaning and sanitization of equipment and utensils / control of insects and rodents are prohibited in the food establishment; provided, this requirement does not apply to packaged poisonous / toxic materials that are for retail sale. restricted use pesticides specified in item (03)c of this subsection shall meet the requirements specified in 40 cfr 152, subpart i, classification of pesticides. (corrected on site)
20-21.27(a)(01)
Establishment operating prior to pre-operational inspection to determine compliance with approved plans / specifications.
20-25(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ejide African Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ejide African Restaurant on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Ejide African Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Ejide African Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Ejide African Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ejide African Restaurant have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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