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Fogo De Chao

8250 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063
Steakhouse
Last inspected: Nov 26, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Fogo De Chao has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Nov 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 88. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 26, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations.
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Testing of the final rinse temperature not done by means of an irreversible registering temperature indicator or heat sensitive indicating paper traveling through the final rinse chamber in the same manner as equipment and utensils, at the dish level during a normal rinse cycle.
20-21.13(i)
Toilet fixtures. toilet tissue not provided at each toilet at all times.
20-21.18(d)
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)
Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.
20-21.23(b)
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)
78
Apr 2, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers.. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(01)
Toilet fixtures. toilet tissue not provided at each toilet at all times.
20-21.18(d)
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)
Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.
20-21.23(b)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
78
Mar 15, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
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)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fogo De Chao last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fogo De Chao on file is from Nov 26, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Fogo De Chao compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Fogo De Chao most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Fogo De Chao's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fogo De Chao have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fogo De Chao 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 Fogo De Chao inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fogo De Chao is inspected around two times per year on average.

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